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Jane McArthur - Old Soul Stuff [Review]

November 19, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Neo-Soul

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Smooth and easy. Old school soul with a hint of R&B. A track to sip a glass of wine and contemplate everything that once was, and what might still be.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
November 19, 2019 /Travis Erwin
janemcarthur, oldsoulstuff, laonlock
Music, Soul, Neo-Soul
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    Micayla De Ette & Flavor Flav - Write a Song [Music Video Review]

    November 09, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Hip-Hop, Contemporary R&B, Conscious

    Rating: 4.5 out of 5

    “Micayla De Ette kicks this off with powerful vocals that call and plead and express every artist’s desire to ‘Write A Song’ that will change the world.

    Been a minute since I’ve heard from Flavor Flav, but his flow is a perfect juxtaposition here, and this track is engaging all the way through.”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    November 09, 2019 /Travis Erwin
    micayladeette, flavorflav, writeasong, laonlock
    Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Hip-Hop, Contemporary R&B, Conscious
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      WILSN - Brand New Day [Review]

      November 01, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Commercial

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Bold vocals, that remind of Winehouse, and a melody that is both modern and darkly retro, drive this track. Lyrically the single might not offer as much as some other songs, but the magic of the performance is that it doesn’t need to be, in order to evoke a strong emotional reaction. ”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      November 01, 2019 /Travis Erwin
      wilsn, brandnewday, laonlock
      Music, Neo-Soul, Commercial
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        Omar Kadir - Red Cup [Review]

        October 31, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “A haunting reminder we can’t have it all, this track is delivered in a soulful flow that falls somewhere between R&B and Hip-hop.

        Sometimes you have to leave something or someone behind to chase a dream, but such sacrifice does not come without emotional turmoil and you can feel that in every line. ”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        October 31, 2019 /Travis Erwin
        omarkadir, redcup, laonlock
        Music, Neo-Soul
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          Nakfa - Sera [Review]

          October 28, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B

          Rating: 3.5 out of 5

          “Dropping a smooth and classic sound, Nakfa bends genres with this Hip-Hop old school 90s R&B vibe.

          ’Sera’ is a track that took me a bit to connect to lyrically, but from the start I felt the groove behind this single.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          October 28, 2019 /Travis Erwin
          nakfa, sera, laonlock
          Music, Rap, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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            Valeree - Masochist [Music Video Review]

            October 25, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Soul, Singer/Songwriter

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Vocals that feel raw and vulnerable highlight the impact of the well-written lyrics on this track. But do not dismiss the dark humor of the video which makes its point visually as well. ”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            October 25, 2019 /Travis Erwin
            valeree, masochist, laonlock
            Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Soul, Singer/Songwriter
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              Saul Rivers - Change [Review]

              October 25, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul

              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

              “Soulful introspective that is made all the more touching by Saul Rivers smooth vocals.

              ’Change’ is a single that delivers pop style sensibilities, without sacrificing poignancy and emotional depth.”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              October 25, 2019 /Travis Erwin
              saulrivers, change, laonlock
              Music, Neo-Soul
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                Yvette Nacer - Quicksand [Review]

                October 11, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “With soulful power, Yvette Nacer delivers the grains of emotional truth that provide solid ground for this single. Metaphorical ‘Quicksand’ is something we all slip into from time to time, and this track captures that sinking feeling while also lifting us up with the power of determination.”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                October 11, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                yvettenacer, quicksand, laonlock
                Music, Neo-Soul
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                  Mike Dignam - Under The Influence [Music Video Review]

                  September 18, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul

                  Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                  “Mike Dignam has dropped a soulful single with evocative emotions.

                  ’Under The Influence’ is rife with self-loathing and the words and performance ring true enough to pull the listener deep into his perspective. Which in turn, allows us a clearer look at our own thoughts and emotions.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  September 18, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                  mikedignam, undertheinfluence, laonlock
                  Music Videos, Neo-Soul
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                    Mentum - You The One [Review]

                    September 06, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Neo-Soul

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “With a lot of soul, and a dash of pop fusion, Mentum delivers ‘You The One,’ a single that in the old days would be dedicated on radio shows and included on homemade mix tapes for the one you love. Now I suppose it will be added to playlists and played in the shadow of night as lovers collide.

                    In other words, this is a smooth love song that hits the right notes musically and emotionally.”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    September 06, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                    mentum, youtheone, laonlock
                    Music, Commercial, Neo-Soul
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                      D'Sound - Aftershock [Review]

                      August 31, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul

                      Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                      “Silky vocals and a nice energy are at the forefront of this single from Scandinavian Neo-Soul band D’Sound. A good beat gives this one a party feel, even though the lyrics are a bit heavier emotionally.”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      August 31, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                      d'sound, aftershock, laonlock
                      Music, Neo-Soul
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                        E Z R A -Don't Go [Music Video Review]

                        August 30, 2019 by Keshia Gass in Neo-Soul

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “We all love a good lyric video and Ezra delivers a peaceful yet vibrant song with “Don’t Go” I felt myself snappin my fingers and saying from side to side. ”
                        — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                        August 30, 2019 /Keshia Gass
                        LaonLock
                        Neo-Soul
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                          Sydney Ranee' - Drink With You [Review]

                          August 26, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Soul, Funk

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “Funky fun soul misic!

                          ’Drink With You’ delivers a gospel of emotion about that one person you can’t really be alone with, much less start sipping those drinks. Because if you allow it to happen ... clothes will hit the floor, and skin will collided.”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          August 26, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                          sydneyranee', drinkwithyou, laonlock
                          Music, Neo-Soul, Soul, Funk
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                            Kiana Ledé - "Shawty" [Music Video Review]

                            August 19, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul

                            Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                            “A nice island type of beat and vibe back up Kiana Lede’s vocals which are close to perfection in this fun little number. ”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            August 19, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                            kianalede, shawty, laonlock
                            Music Videos, Neo-Soul
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                              De Row - Music Man [Review]

                              August 12, 2019 by Travis Erwin in music, Neo-Soul

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “This single is one of simple elegance. A quiet melody and beat add the the emotion of a straightforward delivery, that feels heartfelt and genuine.

                              ’Music Man’ is the kind of song you feel more than you hear.”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              August 12, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                              DeRow, musicman, laonlock
                              music, Neo-Soul
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                                Party Favor & EZI - Be OK (Acoustic) [Music Video Review]

                                July 22, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial

                                Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                “Heartfelt vocals deliver this melancholy pop song about wanting to feel okay, while feeling stuck and out of place.

                                Acoustic guitar melodies add to the lonely vibe of this stripped down set of lyrics. Heavy on emotion, this is the kind of track that you play when you don’t want to think too much, or have your mind changed, but rather are looking for the perfect tune to match your brooding mood. ”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                July 22, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                PartyFavor, EZI, BeOK, LAonLock
                                Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial
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                                  Goldee Clarke - More [Official Music Video Review]

                                  June 05, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B

                                  Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                  “ What do you get when you create a intriguing video with talented vocals and production? The answer is “More.”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                  June 05, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                  LaonLock, GoldeeClarke
                                  Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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                                    B. Mills - Slow Motion [Review]

                                    May 31, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Neo-Soul

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “Soulful and genuine, this track feels like the perfect soundtrack for any of us that have ever wandered off the path. The musical accompaniment to an awakening, an awareness, a rebirth. The melody is every bit as emotional as the lyrics, and the last beats of this one will have you wallowing in the feels.”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA onLock Blogger)
                                    May 31, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                    B.Mills, SlowMotion, LAonLock
                                    Music, Soul, Neo-Soul
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                                      Sterling & The Taste - Warm Body [Review]

                                      May 31, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Funk

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Smooth vocals and a silky melody lifts the single ‘Warm Body’ to that sweet spot that will have you grooving along.

                                      With a sound that feels a bit like the old Jackson 5, this track infuses the old with the new to create a great tune. ”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      May 31, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                      Sterling&TheTaste, WarmBody, LAonLock
                                      Music, Neo-Soul, Funk
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                                        Kayla Rae - "All Love" [Review]

                                        May 28, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Contemporary R&B, R&B, Neo-Soul

                                        Ratings: 3.5 out of 5

                                        “The sweeter the voice the greater the melody. “All Love” delivers a pop and neo-soul vibe that uplifts you in a positive way.”
                                        — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                        May 28, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                        LaonLock, KaylaRae
                                        Contemporary R&B, R&B, Neo-Soul
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