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Dewey Da Don x Rich The Factor - 50 Keys Large [Music Video Review]

December 01, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Genuine attitude carries the load on this track. Both vocal flows bring a truth and a vibe that is often attempted, but rarely achieved as well as they are on this track. ”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
December 01, 2019 /Travis Erwin
deweydadon, richthefactor, 50keyslarge, laonlock
Music Videos, Rap
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    Guyku - Easy [Review]

    December 01, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “There were times I absolutely loved this track, and times I began to question why I do. A unique track that drops a variety of sounds and styles on you, but captivating for damn sure.”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    December 01, 2019 /Travis Erwin
    guyku, easy, laonlock
    Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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      Mitchell James - Breaking Points [Music Video Review]

      November 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

      Rating: 3.5 out of 5

      “I’m left with a dilemma on this track. I like the music. The writing is solid and the flow has pop enough to hold my focus all the way through.

      That said, the video did not speak to me at all, especially the intro which hit me as a mediocre college assignment filmed by a group of buddies with no acting experience, after hitting happy hour at the local Holiday Inn.

      But hey, we are a music blog and the music did its job. ”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      November 27, 2019 /Travis Erwin
      mitchelljames, breakingpoints, laonlock
      Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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        Co'xa - Griefer [Review]

        November 26, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “This track hits different.

        So much so it isn’t easy to follow, but then again, grief is a twisted dark path that offers no real road map. So while many will dismiss the structure here, (based on the norms of music) this track is an exploration of human emotion, and I can’t think of a better artful expression for the way grief throbs and thumps and takes us to random places as we deal and cope with the pain.

        I really only wish it went farther, and offered more, because the track is fairly short overall. ”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        November 26, 2019 /Travis Erwin
        co'xa, griefer, laonlock
        Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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          Troy Junker - In The Jungle [Review]

          November 23, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Dropping a flow that hits as hard as the beat, Troy Junker delivers these well-written and poignant lyrics with an attitude and cockiness that brings out the meaning quite well. ”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          November 23, 2019 /Travis Erwin
          troyjunker, inthejungle, laonlock
          Music, Rap
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            Giovanni Tha King - Fallin' [Review]

            November 22, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Autotune

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Giovanni Tha King has dropped a single that is tough to categorize, but sometimes that is the beauty of flat out good music. It blends and blurs lines, and that is the case with ‘Fallin’ which has a Rap beat behind it and a similar cadence in spots, but the vocals utilize Autotune to give the track some Pop sensibilities as well.

            At the heart of this track is the emotional and genuine delivery which drew me in as a listener.”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            November 22, 2019 /Travis Erwin
            giovannithaking, fallin', laonlock
            Music, Rap, Autotune
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              Dax - Self Proclaimed 3 [Music Video Review]

              November 22, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Dax is the epitome of passion, and in this track that fervor manifests into a set of lyrics that speaks as loud as his steady flow. Delivered in a growl, over a steady beat, this is a song that will leave you hyped and ready to take on the world.”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              November 22, 2019 /Travis Erwin
              dax, selfproclaimed3, laonlock
              Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                Satomaa - Bounce Back [Music Video Review]

                November 14, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, Music, Rap

                Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                “Creative and colorful with a Missy Elliot appeal, Satomma tell us how she can be down and ‘Bounce Back’ with her unique yet lyrical verses.”
                — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                November 14, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                LaonLock
                Music Videos, Music, Rap
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                  Jaycetone - Going for Gold [Review]

                  November 10, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap, Autotune

                  Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                  “This is one of those tracks that just grabs you and it is hard to say why. There are some shiny lines that truly are ‘Going For The Gold,’ and the vocal flow is somewhat ordinary until the chorus anyway, but I was on the hook just the same.

                  I suppose my intrigue here came from the fact that it felt true and I believed the emotion behind the flow.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  November 10, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                  jaycetone, goingforthegold, laonlock
                  Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap, Autotune
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                    Torrentiiial x Lazy Luciano - Lately iii [Review]

                    November 09, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Autotune

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “The monotone vibe to this track worked well with the lyrics. And the vocal shift a couple minutes in brought in a soulful groove that kept me on the hook.

                    Well-written and engaging, ‘Lately iii’ pulled me in and held me there. ”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    November 09, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                    torrentiiial, lazyluciano, lately iii, laonlock
                    Music, Rap, Autotune
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                      Jay Gudda - JOHNNY [Music Video Review]

                      November 06, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “The unflinching, old school flow to this track works because Jay Gudda makes it work. I not only believe the conviction in every word, but also appreciate the fact he pulled zero punches on regard to himself, or in striking others.

                      The simple video works well with what is laid down.”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      November 06, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                      jaygudda, johnny, laonlock
                      Music Videos, Rap
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                        The Wavy Kid - Get Away [Review]

                        November 05, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Autotune

                        Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                        “Riding a crest of smooth confidence, The Wavy Kid drops ‘Get Away’ which feels cool and comforting.

                        This track isn’t exactly breaking new ground, but it covers all the basis for an upbeat and entertaining listen. ”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        November 05, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                        thewavykid, getaway, laonlock
                        Music, Rap, Autotune
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                          Macharo - D D M [EP Review]

                          November 01, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Album, Hip-Hop, Rap

                          Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                          “We started off with a mini intro audio movie, which led us to the praises of ‘Amen’. Through the changes of dark and light ‘Vitiligo’; Macharo’ s project ‘DDM’ delivers a different sound with guest features from Stophe Malone and Young Homage ON ‘Usian Bolt’. For most who need no explanation for ‘Hoodie Season’ when you live a ‘Life Like’ this with money over everything except your kids. When the kids go play it leaves time to ‘Celebrate’ success and no more struggles.”
                          — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

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                          Album, Hip-Hop, Rap
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                            Aries - I Can Fuck With That [Music Video Review]

                            November 01, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap

                            Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                            “A song that will make you both smile and think. The flow varies and is engaging through the multiple delivery styles.

                            Pure entertainment start to finish. ”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            November 01, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                            aries, icanfuckwiththat, laonlock
                            Music Videos, Rap
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                              Mykel Hawk - Elephant [Review]

                              October 31, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                              Ratings: 4.5 out of 5

                              “The beat hits first and sets up the ridiculous flow that follows. Lyrically this one stomps across the yard like a thousand pound’Elephant.’ Attitude and righteous confidence are the trumpets that mark this sound. ”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              October 31, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                              mykelhawk, elephant, laonlock
                              Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                                Yalee - Momma Sorrows [Music Video Review]

                                October 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap

                                Rating: 5 out of 5

                                “This tracks lands right on the feels for anyone with a Momma ... which means it should speak to every last person.

                                Delivering truth, while putting humanity into the senseless, the vocal flow is pure and real. The backing, sang by Yalee’s own mother, is emotional and heartrending.”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                October 29, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                yalee, mommasorrows, laonlock
                                Music Videos, Rap
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                                  Hanlei x LEXA x DMENIS - Fade [Review]

                                  October 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “Maintaining a grind is not easy when you get inside your head and allow the negative thoughts to seep in, but overcoming the feelings that hit us all is important. This track is the soundtrack for such perseverance. Delivered with multiple voices in a variety of flows the track is as entertaining as it is uplifting.”
                                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                  October 29, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                  hanlei, lexa, dmenis, fade, laonlock
                                  Music, Rap
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                                    Nakfa - Sera [Review]

                                    October 28, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B

                                    Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                    “Dropping a smooth and classic sound, Nakfa bends genres with this Hip-Hop old school 90s R&B vibe.

                                    ’Sera’ is a track that took me a bit to connect to lyrically, but from the start I felt the groove behind this single.”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    October 28, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                    nakfa, sera, laonlock
                                    Music, Rap, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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                                      Rudeboy Tha Shottah - Can I Breath [Music Video Review]

                                      October 28, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Lyrical truth is a powerful thing and this track rings true not only in content, but also in the delivery.

                                      Rudeboy Tha Shottah makes me feel his emotions with an honest straightforward delivery that is the musical equivalent of unflinchingly staring someone in the eye while they speak from the heart. ”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      October 28, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                      rudeboythashottah, canibreath, laonlock
                                      Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                                        Mike Xavier - Look At You Now [Review]

                                        October 25, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “That thin line between love and hate is often big and bold after a breakup. This flow takes gloating to a new level post breakup. An anthem for those flourishing when their exes flounder. The horns in the melody add to the flavor of winning and the vocals capture the emotion of prideful disdain.”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        October 25, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                        mikexavier, lookatyounow, laonlock
                                        Music, Rap
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