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Zo - Never Meant [Review]

November 08, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Zo delivers power and passion and of course talent on this track. “Never Meant’ is the track Stevie Nicks and Florence and the Machine would team up to create and the emotion is tangible in every single line. The passion lands with razor sharp talons and grabs on like a raptor intent to instill its will. That might sound harsh, but this track is anything but. Simply intense and purposeful.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
November 08, 2021 /Travis Erwin
zo, never meant, laonlock
Music, Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative
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    Caroline Romano - Ireland in 2009 [Review]

    November 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop, Rock

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “An ode to gritty teenage romance, ‘Ireland in 2009’ is packed with soaring vocals, anthemic production and Caroline Romano’s signature unfiltered lyricism. “It’s a story of falling in love in car parks and waking up in your school clothes,” she says. “It’s about being far too young to know anything at all and the all-or-nothing emotions that come with juvenescence.”

    For me the song simply has heart and emption and a genuine ”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    November 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
    carolineromano, irelandin2009, laonlock
    Music, Commercial, Pop, Rock
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      Maximilian Thanksalot - Toe on the Trigger [Review]

      November 03, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Punk, Pop, Alternative

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Sneaky clever writing and attitude lift this track from Maximillian Thanksalot above the fray. ‘Toe on the Trigger’ is an in your face Pop Punk track that blends intense lyrics and hard guitar licks to create a vibe that carries the day.

      This is the kind of track you have to give a few listens to pick up on everything being laud down but you won’t mind at all. A true mood setter. ”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      November 03, 2021 /Travis Erwin
      maximilianthanksalot, toeonthetrigger, laonlock
      Music, Punk, Pop, Alternative
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        An Adolescent Tragedy - I'm Keeping the Nintendo [Review]

        October 07, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Punk, Pop, Commercial

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “A different kind of break up song that will make you smile, but also nod along if you’ve even been there in that situation of watching a relationship dissipate.

        LA band, An Adolescent Tragedy has a decided West Coast sound that has enough of a Punk vibe to be categorized that way, but still brings a bit of the 90s sound to the mix to make the track have a Commercial feel as well.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        October 07, 2021 /Travis Erwin
        anadolescenttragedy, i'mkeepingthenintendo, laonlock, lareview
        Music, Punk, Pop, Commercial
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          The Late Greats - Better Then [Review]

          October 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Pop, Alternative

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Indie Rock perhaps even more so that most genres, is about capturing an attitude and vibe that establishes both a song and the band’s identity. The Late Greats are new to me, so this is the first track I’ve heard and already, I feel like I have a sense who and what the band is. For me, listening to this song was like getting to know a new person that I straight away think is going to be a very good friend. ”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          October 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
          Thelategreats, betterthen, laonlock
          Music, Indie Rock, Pop, Alternative
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            Charlotte Sands - Every Guy Ever [Review]

            October 01, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Punk, Alternative

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Charlotte Sands could very well be the next big Pop Punk sensation. ‘Every Guy Ever’ is a track that will speak to anyone who has ever ventured out in the cold dark dating world. Yeah, here it is pointed to idiot guys but we all know it is tough for any gender to find that person who is honest, trustworthy and right for them. The emotion and energy of this track ring true and comes with several amen type moments. ”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            October 01, 2021 /Travis Erwin
            charlottesands, everyguyever, laonlock
            Music, Pop, Punk, Alternative
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              $cholah - Attention [Review]

              October 01, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Autotune, Pop

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “I instantly fell for the groove on $cholah’s single ‘Attention.’ I did feel like the emotions was rushed by the tempo at times, but the smooth vocal tones and good vibes overcame my sensation that the song was rushing by and allowed me to settle in and find my groove. With each listen I grew to appreciate and connect with the track more and I can safely say this is a a track I won’t get tired of hearing over and over again. ”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              October 01, 2021 /Travis Erwin
              $cholah, attention, laonlock
              Music, Autotune, Pop
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                Liam O'Brien & Killers to Lovers - Us [Official Video]

                September 25, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Bedroom, Commercial, Pop

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “Sometimes we try to escape from the memories but the memories are still in our head. Liam O’Brien’s new song “US” is about not wanting to think about someone but there are triggers. Triggers that have you thinking of them. Using a fan to represent the song is pure classic. Most fans spend time in their room singing anyway.”
                — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                September 25, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
                LAOnlock
                Bedroom, Commercial, Pop
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                  Rhys - Thanks a lot now I can't smile [Review]

                  September 24, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Adult Contemporary, Pop, Punk, Indie Pop

                  Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                  “Rhys was born in Portland but moved to Sweden when she was only ten years old. The influence of both American and Swedish Pop can be found in her sound and the tender emotion is palpable in every single line. This particular track reminded me of Pink a great deal but that is not to say Rhys doesn’t have her own unique spin and delivery. The writing is also strong and in it you can truly lose yourself into the world of the singer. ”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  September 24, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                  rhys, thanksalotnowican'tsmile, laonlock
                  Music, Adult Contemporary, Pop, Punk, Indie Pop
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                    Tedious & Brief - Not That Deep [Music Video Review]

                    September 17, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Lyric Video, Pop, Rock, Indie Pop

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “It is easy to write those breakup songs when the heartache is fresh and real, but what happens once the artist gets over the breakup and is then forced to relive it by performing the slate of songs over and over. The artistic struggle is a complex one and this song has a bit of fun with that by bringing to the forefront the meaning behind such tracks. Tedious & Brief do a masterful job of putting a unique twist on a well-worn subject. ”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    September 17, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                    Tedious&Brief, notthatdeep, laonlock
                    Lyric Video, Pop, Rock, Indie Pop
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                      Caroline Romano - Oddities and Prodigies [Review]

                      September 16, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Pop, Rock

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “Caroline Romano drops ‘Oddities and Prodigies’ on us, and the track is bound to remind some of Pink as it delivers the same brand of energetic talent that hooks and pulls you along. The vocal talent makes the track, but the writing is strong and the hook keeps the listener engaged. If I had any negative critique at all it, is that the track is short at two minutes and I was left wanting more. ”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      September 16, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                      carolineromano, odditiesandprodigies, laonlock
                      Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Pop, Rock
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                        Cami Petyn - Psycho Bitch [Music Video Review]

                        September 12, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Electro Pop

                        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                        “Cami Petyn has a sound and attitude that feels like Gwen Stefani meshed with Miley Cyrus. Petyn is fed up with entitled men and their self-inflated egos and ideas they can take what they want. ‘Psycho Bitch’ offers up in your face lyrics and attitude that lets you knew she is in charge and the world better step back and recognize that fact. Yes a world full of arrogant men who have convinced themselves they are far more important than they actually are. This is Pop but that doesn’t mean the lyrics do not have something vital to say.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        September 12, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                        camipetyn, psychobitch, laonlock
                        Music, Pop, Electro Pop
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                          Justus Bennetts - Bad Day [Music Video Review]

                          September 09, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Pop, Rock

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “Justus Bennetts offers up this short, but pointed track that pretty much says everything we’ve all thought when truly pissed off. Eventually we all find that shitty person who does us wrong and this is the track for that moment!

                          The flow is light and fun despite the dark tone of the words being delivered and that is what makes this track a fun one. So go ahead and save this one back until the next time you need to ‘dedicate’ it to that someone special.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          September 09, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                          justusbennetts, badday, laonlock
                          Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Pop, Rock
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                            Caroline Romano - The Hypothetical [Review]

                            August 12, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Pop, Rock

                            Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                            “Is the idea of a perfect romance and relationship real, or more of mythological utopia that lives on in ‘The Hypothetical’ daydreams of our brain? That is the question Caroline Romano unleashes with this high energy almost demanding track.

                            The lyrical hooks and razor edged melody slice through the psyche on this track making it an attitude and vibe as much as a commentary on how we fantasize our relationships going.”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            August 12, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                            carolineromano, thehypothetical, laonlock
                            Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Pop, Rock
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                              Jackson+Sellers - Waste Your Time [Review]

                              August 11, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Americana, Pop

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “Jackson+Sellers reminds me of Lucinda Williams both in sound and attitude. That take no shit, take no prisoners vibe rises to the top of this jaded, yet righteous track.

                              ’Waste Your Time’ is an ode to whatever brand of idiocy you’ve dealt with, though most people will apply the sentiments towards a bad relationship. The rowdy edge to this track brings it to life and makes the pointed commentary land hard right on the chin of the time wasters of this world. ”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              August 11, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                              jackson+sellers, wasteyourtime, laonlock
                              Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Americana, Pop
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                                April Jai - Chose To Stay [Review]

                                August 08, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Bedroom, Adult Contemporary, Pop, R&B

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “April Jai has created a track that is the perfect response to that ex who comes sniffing around trying to hook back up. A smooth easy groove with one foot in in a Retro R&B groove and the other in contemporary Pop. The result is an Adult Contemporary singer/songwriter type of track with emotional depth and meaning for everyone that has had to navigate the past and present at the same time.”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                August 08, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                apriljai, chosetostay, laonlock
                                Music, Commercial, Bedroom, Adult Contemporary, Pop, R&B
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                                  Elsewhere! - Overrated [Review]

                                  August 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Pop, Rock

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
                                  — Quote Source
                                  “Elsewhere! has dropped the new single, “Overrated,’ which is an ironic title, because the song and talent are anything — but over rated.

                                  Coming with a pure Indie Pop sound, the track has a bit of Bieber vibe vocally, and comes with a nice groove behind it that conjures comparisons to The 1975. This is an easy build to fall in and join if you feel like belting out the words along with the performance.”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  August 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                  elsewhere!, overrated, laonlock
                                  Music, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Pop, Rock
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                                    Freddie Long - Addicted To Your Love {Review]

                                    August 02, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Singer/Songwriter, Electro Pop

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “Freddie Long is ‘Addicted To Your Love.’ Maybe not you specifically, but he’s addicted to someone’s love and he’s belting out this up-tempo Pop track for both them and you and because the track is entertaining and easy to fall in and sing along with that is a very good thing.

                                    Revel in both his love and talent, by adding this track to you summer, or energetic playlists to feel the vibes.”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                    August 02, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                    freddielog, addictedtoyourlove, laonlock
                                    Music, Pop, Singer/Songwriter, Electro Pop
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                                      GROZ - Save Me [Music Video Review]

                                      July 29, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Music, Music Videos

                                      Rating: 5 out of 5

                                      “The artistic delivery is phenomenal. Groz introduces us to a subtle story as a young girl then delivers her strength vocally as a woman. With the ballet dancers guiding her throughout her new single “Save Me” is about sticking around over the years because you never know when someone may need you. ”
                                      — Kreadiv Keshia [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                      July 29, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                      Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Music, Music Videos
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                                        Reiv - Supernovas [Review]

                                        July 21, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music, Pop

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Reiv newest single “Supernovas” is a melodic rap song mixed with multiple flows and melodies. This mix is a relaxed vibe that will leave you musically floating. Reiv’s persona is very laidback and you can hear it in his vocals as he takes you to a different space”
                                        — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                        July 21, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                        LAOnlock
                                        Music, Pop
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