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Saint Chaos x Sam Tinnesz - Walk [Review]

October 02, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A motivational Rock Anthem that belongs on your workout, or simply your — get out of bed and kick ass, playlist.

Saint Chaos delivers a a touch of Imagine Dragons to the sound, though ‘Walk’ offers its own unique edge for sure. The energy and determination shine through on the track and I dare you to listen without feeling a jolt of adrenaline come your way.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
October 02, 2020 /Travis Erwin
saintchaos, samtinnesz, walk, laonlock
Music, Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative
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    Enok Amrani - Brother [Review]

    September 26, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Rock, Pop

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “The slow and melancholic build here is mesmerizing. Enok Amrani write this song over a two year period as his way to make a statement about drug addiction and the emotional toll. Released for World Overdose Awareness Day, the track is meant to be a reminder to those struggling that they do not have to make the walk alone.”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    September 26, 2020 /Travis Erwin
    enokamrani, brother, laonlock
    Music, Singer/Songwriter, Rock, Pop
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      Veridia - Light It Up [Review]

      September 25, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop, Rock

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Coming straight at you with an infectious brand of energy, Veridia demands your attention with their latest single, ‘Light It Up.’ Sometimes the best thing I can do is get out of the way and provide a link to the tracka nd a quote from the artists, so here you go ...

      ’Our new single, “Light it Up” is about being inspired by those brave enough to speak up and take action against injustice and advocating for human rights with love and grace. This song isn’t condoning violence or literal arson, it’s about our internal, metaphorical fires of compassion and strength that spark real change. It was inspired by the resilient people in my personal life and those who strive and hope every day for a more unified tomorrow... .’ ~ Deena Jakoub”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      September 25, 2020 /Travis Erwin
      veridia, lightitup, laonlock
      Music, Commercial, Pop, Rock
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        Nothing but a Nightmare - Problems Being Cool [Review]

        September 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rock, Commercial, Alternative, Indie Rock, Pop

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “A pure Rock anthem for anyone that has ever had trouble playing it cool.

        Nothing but a Nightmare delivers an energetic true rock sound, and their latest single ‘Problems Being Cool’ defies the traditional cliches of the genre, to bring forth a track with both heart and grit. ”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        September 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
        nothingbutanightmare, problemsbeingcool, laonlock
        Music, Rock, Commercial, Alternative, Indie Rock, Pop
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          Confetti - People Suck (2020 Remix) [Review]

          September 15, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock

          Rating: 4.5 out of 5

          “True to their name, Confetti comes at you with a party song. ‘People Suck’ might not be a conventional party song, but then there hasn’t been a damn thing conventional about 2020, so perhaps this is the party song we all need right now.

          This track is easy to belt out and song along with, and despite the revelry in style, it comes with some serious observations and thoughts.

          Cue this up as a barroom anthem for the day we can all gather together and drink once again.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          September 15, 2020 /Travis Erwin
          confetti, peoplesuck, laonlock
          Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock
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            Neon Dreams - Don't Go Hating Me Now [Review]

            September 12, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Alternative

            Rating: 4.5 out of 5

            “Watching a friend fall and slip into a bad place is tough, but so is reaching out and helping them by speaking the truth. In those instances the friend can resent you and the help you are offering. Neon Dream offers a Pop Rock refrain of this phenomenon. ‘Don’t Go Haring Me Now’ is full of heart and hope and human kindness but also comes with emotion and talent and energy.”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            September 12, 2020 /Travis Erwin
            neondreams, don'tgohatingmenow, laonlock
            Music, Pop, Alternative
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              LACES - worship [Review]

              September 04, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop, Rock, Singer/Songwriter

              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

              “LACES once performed to success under the name Charlotte Sometimes, but a series of life events and personal decisions have led to her burying that name, both literally and figuratively.

              In more ways than one, ‘worship’ represents a rebirth, and in the dark moodiness of a stellar vocal performance, lurks an emotion and depth that breaths life into this track, as well as the new direction of LACES renewed career.”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              September 04, 2020 /Travis Erwin
              laces, worship, laonlock
              Music, Commercial, Pop, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
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                Fluorescents - Not Another Pop-Punk Song [Review]

                September 02, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Punk, Pop

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “Pop Punk with a splash of Celtic Rock sound thrown in, Fluorescents latest single, “Not Another Pop-Punk Song’ is perhaps poking a little fun at themselves with that title because of course this track is another Pop-Punk song. However, it is a fun energetic one that stands out because of the talent and wryly sharp writing. The musical shifts keep you on your toes and the vocals make it easy to sing along. ”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                September 02, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                fluorescents, notanotherpop-punksong, laonlock
                Music, Punk, Pop
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                  Emili - Autopilot [Review]

                  August 21, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Indie Rock, Pop

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “Emili comes at you with a vibe sweet innocence vocally, but the emotions of the songwriting delivers an edge and grit.

                  ’Autopilot’ is about rut, routine, and expectations. The desire to shake things up rather than than toe the line and do exactly what everyone is expecting and demanding of you.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  August 21, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                  emili, autopilot, laonlock
                  Music, Commercial, Indie Rock, Pop
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                    Maro - Carsick [Review]

                    August 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop, Singer/Songwriter

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Maro has the kind of vocal talent that mesmerizes and pulls you in right from the beginning. The lyrics of ‘Carsick’ come with a tranquil intensity that adds to that attachment. This softly delivered track does not shatter the norms in anyway, but still feels unique and different by establishing a steady groove that carries you along with ease.”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    August 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                    maro, carsick, laonlock
                    Music, Commercial, Pop, Singer/Songwriter
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                      Evening's Empire - Movies (Who I Really Am) [Review]

                      August 13, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Pop, Rock

                      Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                      “Evening’s Empire has captured the Indie Rock vibe and sound and distilled it into an engaging first single from their upcoming album, Alive For Us.

                      There are definitely hints of Springsteen here, though the track has its own vibe musically that makes it stand alone with a sound that grips you as it builds into an emotional crescendo. ‘Movies (Who I Really Am)’ is as the band says ... about the resolve to hold on to the parts of life that make it worth living.”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      August 13, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                      evening'sempire, movies, laonlock
                      Music, Indie Rock, Pop, Rock
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                        MEGG - SHAMOO [Review]

                        July 26, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Punk, Commercial

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “An ode to the big gas guzzling giant rides that get us there without style or the so-called juice. ‘SHAMOO’ was written in honor of a Suburban that belonged to the artist’s dad after his passing it was inherited by MEGG and the vehicle took on a new meaning in her grief process. This track comes together as a fun summer anthem for hitting the road, driving to the beach, or simply cruising around the block with friends. Pop with a little bit of a Punk vibe.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        July 26, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                        megg, shamoo, laonlock
                        Music, Pop, Punk, Commercial
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                          Angela Parchetta - Tell Me [Review]

                          July 19, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Pop, Commercial

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “The soft vocals of Angela Parchetta set off this Electro Pop track that feels like summer with just a hint of a melancholic undercurrent. The build and beat is subdued, but delivers its own mood and emotional vibe that works well with the yearning tenderness of the vocal performance.

                          ’Tell Me’ asks the questions that fill all of our minds from time to time.”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          July 19, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                          angelaparchetta, tellme, laonlock
                          Music, Electro Pop, Pop, Commercial
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                            Em Rose - Lame Boys [Review]

                            July 12, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Pop

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “Every summer needs that pure pop sound to deliver a bit of bubblegum sweetness and energy to the warm sunny days. Em Rose has a true contender with ‘Lame Boys,’ a girl in the throes of infatuation. The track has an early Taylor Swift feel with a bit more Electro Pop flair on the back end. ”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            July 12, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                            emrose, lameboys, laonlock
                            Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Pop
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                              Color Fields - Animal [Music Video Review]

                              July 10, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Pop, Pop, Rock

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “The imagery of the video tells a more direct story than perhaps the lyrics would by themselves, but this track has the musical chops to stand on its own as well. With a darkly alluring vibe and silky, yet sinister, vocal groove, ‘Animal’ takes us beyond the facade we often put up to what lurks deep inside. Of course sometimes the elements of ourselves we bury are the truest and best parts of ourselves. And the very parts others are desperately hoping to discover ”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              July 10, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                              colorfields, animal, laonlock
                              Music Videos, Indie Pop, Pop, Rock
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                                Dallas Thornton - Dance Till We Die [Music Video Review]

                                July 08, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Rock, Alternative, Pop, Rock

                                Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                “Dallas Thornton is an entertainer in every possible way and that is evident in the rocking sweeping performance of his vocals, as well as his theatrics in the video that comes with this track. I mean this in the best possible way, but if Pauly Shore had a baby with Lady Gaga, I imagine the result would grow up to look a lot like this video.

                                This is anthem, a Rock celebration, an energetic stomp across the musical stage. So have fun, break out the air guitar, and the imaginary microphone and let yourself join in as we ‘Dance Till We Die.’”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                July 08, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                dallasthornton, dancetillwedie, laonlock
                                Music Videos, Indie Rock, Alternative, Pop, Rock
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                                  GARZI x Travis Barker - Sick of Me [Music Video Review]

                                  July 06, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Pop, Hip-Hop, Alternative, Music Videos

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “1.. 2... 3...’I’m so ‘Sick Of Me’ is an alternative single by Garzi featuring Travis Barker. The visual starts out with a road trip with a bit of car trouble episode that turns into a moment of destruction in the woods. The drums provide a fed up yet lit cadence as Garzi releases his tension vocally. ”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                  July 06, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                    Fab The Duo - Our Love Is Resistance [Music Video Review]

                                    June 30, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Rock, Pop, Alternative

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “Coming with a big bold statement, Fab The Duo comes with ‘Our Love Is Resistance’ which speak loud and clear its beliefs and intentions. From the duo themselves ...

                                    ’Our Love Is Resistance’ is a power ballad in honor of Pride Month and the #blacklivesmatter movement. The music video was filmed at Stonewall, the birthplace of gay rights. With beautiful gospel harmonies, cinematic horn section, and wailing guitar, this rock anthem reminds listeners that love truly conquers all!””
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    June 30, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                    fabtheduo, ourloveisresistance, laonlock
                                    Music Videos, Indie Rock, Pop, Alternative
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                                      Kadeema - What Are We Not Saying Now? [Review]

                                      May 22, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Rock, Pop

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Has the spirit of political correctness swung to far? Have we as a society muzzled ourselves to the point that we can no longer freely speak our mind? That is the question ‘What Are We Not Saying Now?’ asks.

                                      Kadeema drops this well-written and thought provoking single, but the philosophical side aside the track packs entertaining value as well. The vocal are engaging and varied and the beat and melody energetic and persuasive. ”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      May 22, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                      kadeema, whatarewenotsayingnow?, laonlock
                                      Music, Alternative, Rock, Pop
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                                        Glass Mansions - Faith [Review]

                                        May 22, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock

                                        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                        “Have ‘Faith.’
                                        In yourself.
                                        Your true self.

                                        That is the message behind this track. Pure and simple.

                                        Trust in yourself and you will be happier and have purer more true connections. In this day and age of false and fake narratives via social media, we all crave more of a human connection, and this track is about shaking off the fear of losing followers by revealing too much of your true self.

                                        This hard charged rock anthem comes at your straight and direct and that is what the lyrics are advocating as well. ”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        May 22, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                        glassmansions, faith, laonlock
                                        Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock
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