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Kash'd Out - Always Vibin' (Acoustic) [Review]

March 12, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Reggae, Ska, Pop, Rock

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Sometimes you need to put on a song and simply kick back and relax. ‘Always Vibin’ is the perfect addition to that playlist of tracks for the times you simply want to chill.

Kash’d Out delivers the good time vibes in a low key Reggae/Ska style so fire one up or mix up a cold drink and feel the waves roll over you.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
March 12, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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Music, Reggae, Ska, Pop, Rock
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    mae krell - are you sure? [Review]

    March 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Folk

    Rating: 4.5 out of 5

    “We all love to discover those powerful new voices and then share them with our friends. Here is your chance to be the musical explorer in your core group and share an important new voice. mae krell delivers talent and vulnerability that rises above what most artists are capable of.

    Written on the two year anniversary of their sobriety, “are you sure?” explores the low points that make you forget the progress you’ve already made. The emotion is temporary, but it’s painful to overcome. Sung with the tremor of someone on the verge of tears, the single is raw in the most intimate way, with Mae’s distinctive voice wavering over textured guitar and charango and piano accents. ”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    March 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
    maekrell, areyousure?, laonlock
    Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Folk
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      Running Lights - Not the One [Review]

      February 26, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop, Rock

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Delivering a classic sound with enough modern flair to keep from feeling too retro, the latest single from Running Lights, ‘Not The One’ is an anthem to past loves and the realization some relationships are never meant to last. The overall vibe is positive even as the lyrics reflect on a broken past.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      February 26, 2021 /Travis Erwin
      runninglights, nottheone, laonlock
      Music, Commercial, Pop, Rock
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        Melody Federer - I Hate Love [Review]

        February 24, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “Melody Federer drops this Anti-Love song which delivers an eerie vibe — as if the track were created for a Valentine’s Day version of NIghtmare Before Christmas.

        There are clear Pop Elements, but ‘I Hate Love’ offers its own brand of angst-filled rebellion that wraps around your cold heart like a sinister snake looking for warmth. Dark and winding, the arrangement captivates and intrigues even as you fear the bite of those jaded thoughts.”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        February 24, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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        Music, Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative
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          Further The Lion - It’s So Good [Review]

          February 19, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Punk, Alternative

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “This could be the perfect song dropping at the perfect time! It feels like we are emerging from some type of dark tunnel and Further The Lion has created an energetic anthem that hits perfect for the time. So shake the dust off all the residue of this past twelve months or so, and revel in the Pop Punk track, ‘It’s So Good.’”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          February 19, 2021 /Travis Erwin
          furtherthelion, it'ssogood, laonlock
          Music, Pop, Punk, Alternative
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            mehro - chance with you [Review]

            February 17, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Coming with a soft, Bedroom Pop style of songwriting, mehro gives is a track about regret. ‘Chance With You’ is a reflective song about wanting to turn back the clock and take that shot you were too afraid of at the time. The vocals are full of yearning angst and you can feel the regret in every line. ”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            February 17, 2021 /Travis Erwin
            mehro, chancewithyou, laonlock
            Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop
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              Dezabel - I Don't Wanna Wait No More! [Review]

              February 12, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in EDM, Electro Pop, Pop

              Rating: 4 out 5

              “Dezabel comes in smooth but allows anyone listening to be engaged. ‘I Don’t Wanna Wait No More’ is Electro Pop meets RnB. He speaks on how he is becoming impatient with anticipation. I like how a female’s vocals was introduced after the two mark to give a strong feeling of emotion. ”
              — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

              Swiss songwriter and producer Dezabel kicks off 2021 with his latest single 'I don't wanna wait no more'. Blending analog and electronic elements, Dezabel sets the scene for this emotive, yet hooky track. With a more than ever relevant message about friendship, the lyrics reflect a feeling that the world over can relate to. Irish singer Calvin Biasi takes the lead vocal role with his powerful and unique tone, with further layers coming from the incredibly talented American based singer Jazelle Paris making 'I don't wanna wait no more' a song that will be echoing in your head from the first listen.

              February 12, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
              LAOnlock
              EDM, Electro Pop, Pop
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                Zach Hood - Flashbacks [Music Video Review]

                January 28, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Pop

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “This is as honest and emotionally bare as music gets. Zach Hood drops a deeply personal Indie Pop song about the emotional effect on a child when one parent simply walks out of their life. Divorce is rough on all involved, and the imagery of the home videos here doubles down on the emotion of the track.”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                January 28, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                zachhood, flashbacks, laonlock
                Music Videos, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Pop
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                  Nicholas Hamilton - Different Year [Review]

                  January 08, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “Like the rest of the world, Nicholas Hamilton is ready for a ‘Different Year,’ after surviving this past three-hundred, sixty-five.

                  In this low key Pop song, Hamilton reflects on the things we missed or lost in 2020, but the track carries hope and a touch of defiance as we all gear up to charge bravely forward into 2021.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  January 08, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                  nicholashamilton, differentyear, laonlock
                  Music, Commercial, Pop
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                    Devora - Not Dead Yet [Music Video Review]

                    December 15, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Pop, Rock, Indie Pop, Indie Rock

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Devora says of the single — ‘This song commemorates the ups and downs of life, while celebrating the moments that we have today, if only for today. It’s a salute to going your own way in life and carving your own lane undaunted—observing one’s uniqueness, honoring yourself and embracing the crazy ride along the way. This song is a salute to outlaws everywhere.’

                    Travis says of the single, This is a kick ass supercharged track that pumps through your veins from start to finish.”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    December 15, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                    devora, notdeadyet, laonlock
                    Music Videos, Pop, Rock, Indie Pop, Indie Rock
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                      The Candid - Amputation [Review]

                      December 11, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop, Pop

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “The Candid offers up the pain of having your heart removed. ‘Amputation’ is not a word widely used as a synonym for hear break but having your soul ripped out by a bad breakup is no less panful than losing a limb while you are are enduring the emotional pain so it works well here in this raw, Indie Rock delivery. ”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      December 11, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                      Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop, Pop
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                        Lola Lennox - La La Love Me [Review]

                        December 08, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop, Singer/Songwriter

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Lola Lennox drops this energetic track on us that feels a bit like a Holiday song in spirit even though the lyrics are not specific to any time of the year. The vocals reminded me of a mix of Amy Winehouse and Adele though this single certainly feels more Pop oriented than those artists tend to sound.

                        All in all, a fun track that gathers you in and carries your forward with a smile on your face.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        December 08, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                        lolalennox, lalaloveme, laonlock
                        Music, Commercial, Pop, Singer/Songwriter
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                          Dylan Dunlap - Another Holiday [Review]

                          November 05, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Rock, Pop, Indie Pop

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “The holidays are coming soon and given the stress of this past year the season will no doubt bring out increased emotional pain for some folks. This is not a new phenomenon, but could be more acute this year.

                          Dylan Dunlap gives us a melancholic track about this very thing and despite being a sad song, sometimes listening to such is exactly what we need so that we can understand we are not alone. ‘Another Holiday’ is a track that won’t necessarily uplift but can make you feel understood. Addressing the feelings of sadness is important as well so embrace your sadness if you need to and speak out f need be as the season descends upon us. Dylan Dunlap delivers a genuine emotional track that is relatable for so many of us. ”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          November 05, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                          dylandunlap, anotherholiday, laonlock
                          Music, Singer/Songwriter, Rock, Pop, Indie Pop
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                            Ella Collier - Cinderella [Review]

                            October 30, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Trap, Commercial

                            Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                            “Ella Collier offers a darker and more sinister spin of the fairytale with her version of ‘Cinderella.’

                            Coming with a Trap beat and Pop style vocals, Collier unfurls her take on the timeless tale with an alluring seduction that feels part Circus Ringmaster and part sexy siren as she lures you to lean in and listen to every last word.”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            October 30, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                            ellacollier, cinderella, laonlock
                            Music, Pop, Trap, Commercial
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                              Quinn DeVeaux - All I Need [Review]

                              October 23, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Pop, Funk, Folk, Americana

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “Rock and Roll Soul Funk. That’s the vibe Quinn DeVeaux brings in this track, which fans of Nathanial Rateliff and Leon Bridges are certain to enjoy.

                              ’All I Need’ captures that all-encompassing euphoria of finding that person that makes the entire world feel world. Simply put, with them at your side you don’t need anything else to feel joyous and right.”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              October 23, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                              quinndeveaux, allineed, laonlock
                              Music, Soul, Pop, Funk, Folk, Americana
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                                Danny Wright - RECKLESS [Review]

                                October 16, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Punk, Alternative
                                “A track of unrest and insecurity, ‘Reckless’ is the kind of song that seems to reach inside our minds and put to words the very thoughts permeating in our brains.

                                The build and vocal delivery is spot on with the lyrical build. Danny Wright pulls you in and holds you there from start to finish with this rising crescendo on this single. ”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                October 16, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                dannywright, reckless, laonlock
                                Music, Pop, Punk, Alternative
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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
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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
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