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Timothy Ray - Dancing In The Kitchen [Review]

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

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A sweet tender love song, not about the euphoria of falling in love, but rather the slow steady burn of a growing love. This track was written as a 10th Anniversary gift from Timothy Ray to his wife.

’Dancing In The Kitchen’ captures the devotion and understanding that only comes with time and that bond of sharing everyday life. And this is a track that couples can certainly join hands and dance together in the kitchen.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
November 07, 2020 /Travis Erwin
timothyray, dancinginthekitchen, laonlock
Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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    Khamari - Other Side [Review]

    October 23, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Neo-Soul, R&B
    “We may think we have all the moments in the world, but sometimes we wish there was two of us. Sometimes our heart goes different ways and timing is just bad. Singer Khamari released his final single, ‘Other Side’, off his debut EP. Accompanied by the soulful vocals of Jae Stephens this single is a vibe of memories we don’t want to let go. ”
    — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
    October 23, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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    Neo-Soul, R&B
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      Lo Knowles The One Where They Run - [Review]

      September 21, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul, Commercial

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “There is nothing like harmonic vocals. Singer and Songwriter, Lo Knowles new single ‘The One Where They Run’ is about going to a place that is peaceful and free. Even when you are on the run from your emotions its ok to escape to your own place. The finger snapping draws in the melody even more.”
      — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
      September 21, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
      LaonLock
      Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul, Commercial
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        Veldor- Bat Shit Crazy [Review]

        September 18, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Neo-Soul, Commercial, Contemporary R&B

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “This year has been filled with many deaths and tears. Veldor’s new single ‘Bat Shit Crazy’ pretty much sums the year up. He sings about living right, being alive and getting through the bad days. Some people get lost in their pain and discover their own gate way to take the pain away. This may cause pain to others as they drift away to the other side.”
        — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
        September 18, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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        Neo-Soul, Commercial, Contemporary R&B
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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
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                                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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