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Roots of Creation x Edo. G x Afroman - Ride or Die Chick - remix [Music Review]

June 26, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop, Rap
“What’s not to love about a groove-filled jam from Roots of Creation, Afroman, and Edo.G? I mean come one you can feel this one right from the start. ‘Ride Or Die Chick’ is a mantra tof stubborn love and dedication. An ode to loyalty perhaps even when it isn’t deserved.

And the easter eggs of hits gone by is a nice addition. This is talented artists having a good time and it shows.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
June 26, 2025 /Travis Erwin
rootsofcreation, edo.g, afroman, rideordiechick
Music, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop, Rap
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    Up From Here - Under Your Spell [Music Review]

    June 26, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Punk, Alternative, Rock
    “Up From Here comes with a Pop Punk style of sound on their latest song, ‘Under Your Spell.’

    Maybe it’s just me, but Pop Punk and summer go together like suntan lotion and the swimming pool. Two things that simply feel right in tandem. This track has plenty of talent and a nice energy to keep listeners invested in the build.”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    June 26, 2025 /Travis Erwin
    upfromhere, underyourspell, laonlock
    Music, Pop, Punk, Alternative, Rock
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      POLLY - B.I.T.E Me [Music Review]

      June 26, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop
      “Seems like every summer has a S-P-E-L-L-I-N-G hit song. ‘B.IT.E Me’ is lined up to take that mantle this year. Rising Aussie star, POLLY unleashes some post break-up fury in delightful fashion on this Alt Pop reminder to never piss off a songwriter. ”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      June 26, 2025 /Travis Erwin
      polly, b.i.t.eme, laonlock
      Music, Alternative, Pop
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        Kings Elliot - The Promise [Music Review]

        June 13, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop
        “Euphoric sadness might sound like an oxymoron but that is what this track from Kings Elliot epitomizes. ‘The Promise’ is about emerging from the ruins of a relationship with a new and better understanding of your self and what you need and want out of life as well as a partner, and in that one can indeed find euphoric sadness.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        June 13, 2025 /Travis Erwin
        kingselliot, thepromise, laonlock
        Music, Alternative, Pop
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          Sara Marie Barron - Moon [Music Review]

          June 13, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop
          “Sara Marie Barron wanted to create a song about navigating your mental health while dating that you could dance to. And ‘Moon’ is exactly that.

          The track has a tender vulnerability to go along with some genuine emotional grit all backed by an infectious beat that makes you want to close your eyes and let the music take over your body.”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          June 13, 2025 /Travis Erwin
          saramariebarron, moon, laonlock
          Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop
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            April Jai - WHY CHOOSE

            May 29, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Dance, Pop
            “April Jai described this track as her coming out musically as ‘WHY CHOOSE’ is the first of her music to mention her bi-sexuality. The sultry sensuous track is well-timed for Pride month, but good music hits any time of the year and this track comes with an undeniable vibe. ”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            May 29, 2025 /Travis Erwin
            apriljai, whychoose, laonlock
            Music, Alternative, Dance, Pop
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              Ava Valianti - Distant [Music Review]

              May 23, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Alternative, Pop, Folk
              “Ava Valianti is one of those rare talents that seem to defy age. Both in her performance and writing she comes across as more savvy and wise than any fifteen year old ought to be. ‘Distant’ is a track about losing that tight bond you have with friends as you grow older. Sometimes the shift is about growing different directions and sometimes its about logistics but either way it can be tough and bewildering to let go of what once was so magical and important. Valianti captures the spirit and emotions well n this tender heartfelt song.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              May 23, 2025 /Travis Erwin
              avavalianti, distant, laonlock
              Music, Commercial, Alternative, Pop, Folk
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                Sean Skyler - Follow You [Music Review]

                May 16, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Folk, Rock
                “Chicago singer/songwriter Sean Skyler has been carving a place in the musical landscape while honing his craft. His latest track, ‘Follow’ You’ is a an upbeat and energetic ode to love and reckless abandon that only love can bring. A perfect feel-good summer track to put some bounce in your step and a whistle in your lips.

                Or hey ... it could be a jaunty song about a stalker. Only sort of kidding but the track made me smile so I hope it does the same for you.”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                May 16, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                seanskyler, followyou, laonlock
                Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Folk, Rock
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                  JAMMY - Rigged! [Review]

                  May 15, 2025 by Kreadiv Kesh in Hip-Hop, Conscious, Pop, Punk
                  “The song has a catchy beat that immediately draws you in. I also like the creative approach taken by JAMMY. He effectively share’s his perspective on political issues and relatable experiences, making the song resonate on a deeper level on political issues as well as things people experience. The song is short but has an impact to whoever is listening.”
                  — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                  May 15, 2025 /Kreadiv Kesh
                  #LAONlock
                  Hip-Hop, Conscious, Pop, Punk
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                    Chloe Star - TNT [Music Video Review]

                    May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Music Videos, Electro Pop, Alternative, Pop
                    “Chloe Star is breaking the mold by redefining what a Pop Star is supposed to be. The 27-year-old singer, songwriter, visual artist, and tribal advocate split her time between Los Angeles and her family’s reservation in San Bernardino while growing up. This past year Chloe’s star has been on the rise, and she is now an in demand queer performer only a short time after making her official debut in 2023.

                    ’TNT’ is a big bold party anthem that almost dares the listener to challenge the in your face lyrics. Of course Star is up to the challenge of proving she has nothing to hide and all the talent to shine. ”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                    chloestar, tnt, laonlock, lareview
                    Music, Music Videos, Electro Pop, Alternative, Pop
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                      Clara Lars - Better [Music Review]

                      May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Alternative, Pop, Music
                      “Clara Lars is a rising star and ‘Better’ is the latest track to showcase her incredible talent. This Alt Pop track explores the end of a complicated relationship and the idea that we can all emerge on the other side of difficulties with as a an improved version of ourselves if we take the lessons and avoid repeating them.”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                      claralars, better, laonlock
                      Alternative, Pop, Music
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                        autolemy - Be Someone - [Music Review]

                        May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Pop, Bedroom
                        “autolemy is a producer, songwriter and author taking a fresh approach to expressing his art via multiple mediums. Releases his albums with fully integrated novels, each novel has an accompanying album of original songs that complement scenes from the book.

                        Be Someone is the second song from autolemy’s second album/novel ‘Assisting Fate’ - which released alst month.

                        The song is soulful and smooth and even without the accompanying story lands with skill and precision because of the talent and emotion.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                        autolemy, deza, besomeone, laonlock
                        Music, Neo-Soul, Pop, Bedroom
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                          Sorry, Peach - why are you so scared? [Music Review]

                          May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Alternative, Pop, Rock
                          “Sorry, PEach gives us a tranquil Indie track with tender vulnerable vocals early on to truly hook the listener emotionally. ‘Of course the question ‘why are you so scared?’ ... to love me, is one only asked when you find yourself in a vulnerable position so the feel is perfectly matched with the early lyrical build.

                          Sorry, Peach elevates the track and lets the music do more of the heavy lifting as the frustration takes over for the back half of the track. A masterfully crafted song.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                          sorrypeach, whyareyousoscared?, laonlock
                          Music, Indie Rock, Alternative, Pop, Rock
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                            aj - waterproof makeup [Music Review]

                            April 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop
                            “Sometimes you just need a good sad song. aj gives us that with ‘waterproof makeup,’ a theatrical ode to those dark angsty nights and times when we are wallowing in our feels.

                            The vocal performance is nuance and dripping with emotion. A Pop song with a sullen edge for allt hat the times that call for some self-reflection.”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            April 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                            aj, waterproofmakeup, laonlock
                            Music, Alternative, Pop
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                              Emi Grace - Heart in a Cage [Music Review]

                              April 12, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock
                              “Emi Grace’s latest offering, ‘Heart in a Cage,’ is the first track off her debut EP, due out this summer. The song blends rock and pop with spectacular guitar work that helps us feel the angry defiant vibe in this ode to taking back your control in a toxic relationships.”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              April 12, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                              emigrace, heartinacage, laonlock
                              Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock
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                                Mikayla Menzies - Misery [Music Review]

                                April 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Alternative, Pop
                                “Mikayla Menzies sings of ‘Misery’ on her latest track but for we listeners the experience is anything but miserable. The emotion comes though in the performance and yo can feel the anguish but I wouldn’t call this a depressing track. Instead it feels hopeful and optimistic in that fresh new start kind of way we all need from time to time.”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                April 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                mikaylamenzies, misery, laonlock
                                Music, Indie Pop, Alternative, Pop
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                                  Arctic Wave - Ten or Twenty [Music Video Review]

                                  April 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Rock, Pop, Alternative, Rock
                                  “Life and time has a way of sneaking up on you and no matter how many years you;ve already seen there has to be a few things you had hoped to find or experience by now. That regret can pile on a person and weigh them downa nd Arctic Wave has captured that burden and sense of dread well with ‘Ten Or Twenty.’

                                  The video only helps sell the sentiments and emotions of this well conceived track meant to remind us all ... there’s still time.”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  April 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                  arcticwave, tenortwenty, laonlock
                                  Music Videos, Indie Rock, Pop, Alternative, Rock
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                                    Shira Elias - Jus Wanna Be [Music Review]

                                    April 04, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, R&B, Soul, Pop
                                    “Soul, R&B, and Pop come together to form an engaging and evocative track from Shira Elias.

                                    ’Just Wanna Be’ is an anthem of self-love and respect and harkens to an old school 80s vibe without sacrificing a contemporary edge. ”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                    April 04, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                    shiraelias, juswannabe, laonlock
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                                      Deep Thrills - She's ON [Music Review]

                                      April 04, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop
                                      “Electronica nad Alternative Rock collide on Deep Thrills latest release, ‘She’s On.’ The fast-paced tempo and spitfire lyrics takes listeners on an exploration of sex, identity, and obsession.

                                      ”The song really flowed out of me, most of the lyrics are stream-of-consciousness. Looking back, I was dealing with something like an identity shift. I was sick of a shallow lifestyle and shallow relationships. Looking for something more but not knowing where to find it.” - Deep Thrills

                                      This is the kind of song that hits you with its unique edge and then keeps you coming back to explore the lyrical depth time and time again.”
                                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                      April 04, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                      deepthrills, she'sON, laonlock
                                      Music, Alternative, Pop
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                                        Teenage Joans - Sweet and Slow [Music Review]

                                        April 04, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Punk, Indie Rock
                                        “Pop Punk has been enjoying a resurgence and Teenage Joans out of Australia is ready to add to the wave with their new release, ‘Sweet and Low.’

                                        The track is appropriately energetic and full of the guitar licks and strong musicianship needed to keep you moving and singing along. ”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        April 04, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                        teenagejoans, sweetandslow, laonlock
                                        Music, Pop, Punk, Indie Rock
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