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Jesse Gold - One in a Million [Review]

September 16, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Indie Pop, Contemporary R&B

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Expressing your feelings is never easy and quite often we turn to liquid courage to speak our heart. ‘One in a Million’ is a Pop-ish, R&B track about two lovers reluctant to admit they are falling for one another in a lasting kind of way. Jesse Gold shines here as does his duet partner and the two voices combine to keep the listener emotionally invested.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
September 16, 2020 /Travis Erwin
jessegold, oneinamillion, laonlock
Music, Neo-Soul, Indie Pop, Contemporary R&B
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    Gabrielle Current - Undercover [Review]

    September 09, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, R&B, Electro Pop

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “Smooth and sultry, this Jazz infused R&B track by Gabrielle Current is pure unadulterated emotion, which is ironic given that the lyrics are all about going ‘Undercover’ to protect your emotions from the dangers of falling in love.

    The vocal delivery is sensual and soft ... but so very mesmerizing, and that steady beat backing a piano heavy melody keeps the listener under the spell of the music.”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    September 09, 2020 /Travis Erwin
    gabriellecurrent, undercover, laonlock
    Music, Neo-Soul, R&B, Electro Pop
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      Sy Sylvers - Best Believe [Review]

      August 26, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Soul, R&B

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Sy Sylvers has an alluring vocal tone that simply invites you in at the first note, and here that comes with a melodic groove and rhythm that wraps around you like a warm blanket on a cold night. This combination has blissful affect that draws you in close and keeps you there in the tranquil bosom of her vocal embrace.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      August 26, 2020 /Travis Erwin
      sysylvers, bestbelieve, laonlock
      Music, Neo-Soul, Soul, R&B
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        Tay Da Prince - Love One Another f/John Legend [Music Video Review]

        July 26, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Neo-Soul, Conscious, Commercial

        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

        “Delivering an uplifting message with a chorus from John Legend and a Hip-Hop flow from Tay Da Prince, this track is pure inspiration and positive vibes.

        The video comes with an All-Star cast and the gospel vibe to the track does not comes at the sacrifice of a rich beat and energetic performance. Get on board with this project and do something positive today, be it a donation, a helping hand, or simply a kind smile towards another. ”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

        For more visit https://loveoneanother.foundation/

        July 26, 2020 /Travis Erwin
        taydaprince, johnlegend, loveoneanother, laonlock
        Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Neo-Soul, Conscious, Commercial
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          Crushed Velvet and the Velveteers x Brother GoodLove - "As Far As We Know" [Review]

          July 16, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Jazz, Neo-Soul

          Rating: 4.5 out of 5

          “Sweet, smooth Soul. Musically, vocally, and lyrically this track simply is salve for a chapped and scraped world.

          I believe in this message, and I believe in the talent unfurling it here. Grab the one you love and slow dance, or hug your neighbor (Metaphorically since maintaining social distance is key right now) and sing along. ‘As Far As We Know’ offers the best of humanity in sound and message. ”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          July 16, 2020 /Travis Erwin
          crushedvelvetandthevelveteers, brothergoodlove, asfarasweknow, laonlock
          Music, Soul, Jazz, Neo-Soul
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            Sargeant X Comrade - Take Me Higher (Who Let The Devil In) [Review]

            June 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “A little Soul, A dash of Funk, sprinkled over some old school Gospel Blues and you have a good idea of the energy behind Sargent X Comrade’s single, ‘Take ME Higher (Who Let The Devil In).’

            Part of an album dropping June 20th, this is one of those tracks that sweeps you up in tone and vibe and lyrically is rather simple. Still, you can’t help but go along for the ride as you move to the beat and the rhythm. This is a song you feel as much as hear.”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            June 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
            sargentxcomrade, takemehigher, laonlock
            Music, Neo-Soul
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              Grace Weber - Sideways [Review]

              May 22, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B

              Rating: 3.5 out of 5

              “Grace Weber is a bad ass. A sultry vocalist, a talented songwriter, and a strong-willed soul willing to unflinchingly speak her mind. IF that doesn’t make a person a bad ass, I don’t know what does.

              ’Sideways’ is a slow tempo track about taking back your confidence and power. The track has a definite R&B groove and a soulful vibe but still has a bit of Pop sensibilities underneath all of that. ”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              May 22, 2020 /Travis Erwin
              graceweber, sideways, laonlock
              Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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                Dan DeCristofaro - Give Me Your Love [Review]

                May 19, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Neo-Soul

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “A love song about finding the courage to take that risk and jump from a long time friendship, to something more. Dan DeCristofaro and Bianca Sings deliver ‘Give Me Your Love’ with Soul and passion and the track comes alive with an undeniable energy.

                Love is tricky, and sometimes it is a slow burn that blooms from the fruits of friendship, but as we all know it is never easy to escape the friend zone. Sometimes, that leap is exactly what you need. This is the love song for that course of action! ”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                May 19, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                dandecristofaro, biancasings, givemeyourlove, laonlock
                Music, Singer/Songwriter, Neo-Soul
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                  AFIKA - Guide Me Home Featuring TOTEM [Music Video Review]

                  May 08, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, Neo-Soul

                  Rating: 5 out of 5

                  “Music is a form of art and AFIKA is a true artist. He guides us into his new song ‘Guide Me Home’ with the vocals on Totem in a revelation of peace. For the lost souls who walk in the middle of nowhere not sure what direction to follow this will not only move your soul but save it with its lyricism”
                  — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                  May 08, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
                  LaonLock, Afrika
                  Music Videos, Neo-Soul
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                    Brightside - aftr mdnght [Review]

                    May 07, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Commercial

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Landing somewhere between Contemporary R&B and a more commercial Pop groove, ‘after mdnight’ is about wanting to be more than an after midnight booty call.

                    The track brings a smooth easy groove that is easy to fall into and sing along with, though there is also a sensual vibe like driving alone at tight on a rain darkened stretch of road while your mind runs away to someplace else. ”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    May 07, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                    brightside, aftrmdnght, laonlock
                    Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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                      LU KALA - Want You [Review]

                      April 29, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Electro Pop, Commercial

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “The unique timbre to LU KALA’s vocals are the first thing I noticed on the track. Then the well-wriiten lyrics captured my attention. ‘Want You’ is a track about a relationship not delivering what she needs, and yet the allure and desire is still, illogically present. The performance sells the emotion, while the beat and melody offer an energetic vibe giving this track a well-balanced allure of its own.”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      April 29, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                      lukala, wantyou, laonlock
                      Music, Neo-Soul, Electro Pop, Commercial
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                        Latir - Wallflower [Music Video Review]

                        March 27, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul, R&B, Alternative

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Latir has given us a uniquely modern throwback and yes, I am aware those words do not belong together in most cases, but ‘Wallflower’ is not most cases.

                        With a smooth vocal style that feels like an ode to the crooners of old, and a beat that ranges from almost Latin to Do-Wop to Hip-Hip — with even a splash of EDM dynamics the track really does bring a wealth of sounds and styles together.

                        Perhaps the most important element is that in the video and the sound it is clear that everyone involved is having a good time and this in turn makes it a fun watch and listen for us. ”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        March 27, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                        latir, wallflower
                        Music Videos, Neo-Soul, R&B, Alternative
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                          Federal Av - Brighter Days Ahead [Music Video Review]

                          March 13, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial, Neo-Soul, Soul

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “Perhaps on another day, in a another moment in history, this track would not bring the relevance it does today. But hey, we all need a bit of cheer and hope right about now. And in the words of Alanis ... Isn’t it ironic, that it comes from a band called Federal Av?

                          Nevertheless, feast your ears and smiles on this soulful, uplifting track and forget about toilet paper shortages, cancellations, and the blight that has set all of the chaos into motion.

                          Go ahead, close your eyes and enjoy some fun music for a few minutes, because this crazy world is going to keep spinning faster and faster either way.”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          March 13, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                          federalav, brighterdaysahead, laonlock
                          Music Videos, Commercial, Neo-Soul, Soul
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                            NugLife - All I Wanna Do [Review]

                            March 13, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “Producer NugLife is adept and bring interesting collaborations, but ‘All I Wanna Do’ is different in that it is a solo effort. Featuring his talents both on production and vocals, NugLife takes you into the world of the stoner producer and his perspectives.

                            With a touch of the psychedelic in the sound and vibe, this track feels like a nice chill trip into the clouds. ”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            March 13, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                            nuglife, alliwannado, laonlock
                            Music, Neo-Soul, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                              Zali - That Girl [Review]

                              January 09, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Soul, Contemporary R&B

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “The taste of regret is never an easy one to swallow and Zali conjured the memories of that flavor with ‘That Girl.’ Soulful Pop is the sound here as the track delivers attitude from the perspective of the one you let go, and now find yourself wishing you didn’t.

                              This is a fun song that should resonate for those on both sides of the emotional spectrum because you relate if you are the one who screwed up, or are the one who can hold your head high in knowing your ex now regrets all of their mistakes. ”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              January 09, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                              zali, thatgirl, laonlock
                              Music, Neo-Soul, Soul, Contemporary R&B
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                                Kubla - Changes [Review]

                                January 05, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Neo-Soul

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “There are certain artists that simply know how to capture their audience and Kubla instantly hit me as that kind of artist.

                                Musically and vocally this track just feels a bit different somehow. Soulful with smooth guitar throughout, this track feels like Prince and John Mayer came together in one glorious act of musical enlightenment.

                                Lyrically, the track did not speak to me quite on that same level and yet I stayed captivated by the performance. And that, is the magic of talent that elevates each song they deliver.”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                January 05, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                kubla, changes, laonlock
                                Music, Soul, Neo-Soul
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                                  Ziva - I. Otherside [Review]

                                  January 04, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “Ziva will no doubt draw comparisons to Billie Eilish and while there are definite similarities between the artists, the teenage Ziva is a unique talent all on her own right.

                                  This track is smooth and soulful, with a dark emotional thread carrying it to the end. The horn delivered a nice touch to the melody and brought with it just enough uptempo and funk to take this single to another level.

                                  I can’t wait to hear more from this rising talented singer/songwriter as she moved forward with what should be a long career given her obvious talents.”
                                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                  January 04, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                  ziva, i.otherside, laonlock
                                  Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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                                    Swatkins - Gotta Give It Away (If You're Gonna Keep It) [Review]

                                    December 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Funk, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “I dig this old-school funk for both its simple, straightforward beat and melody, and the subtle complexity behind the lyrics.

                                    This is the kind of song you can groove on over and over again, while diving deeper and deeper into the lyrical meaning. ”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    December 02, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                    swatkins, gottagiveitaway, laonlock
                                    Music, Funk, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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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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