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K.M. - Not Everybody Lives [Review]

December 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The truth delivered here in these lines ... Everybody dies, ‘Not Everybody Lives’ ... is a sentiment we have heard before, but K.M. drops this hook amid a lyrical build that feels both passionate and earnest. The flow is steady and deliberate, yet still conveys a heartfelt belief that makes every word land with conviction. It is this, that allows the track to break through and land in a meaningful way.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
December 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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    Naya Ali - Air Ali [Music Video Review]

    December 04, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap

    Rating: 4.5 out of 5

    “Naya Ali is taking flight with her latest track, ‘Air Ali.’ The track is about taking off for bigger and better experiences and places, but not at the sacrifice of everything that makes you who you are. Ali utilizes a bit of Trap vibe to her flow at times, and falls into a steadier delivery in others, but throughout her unique tone and talent captivates and demands attention. The beat and production are easy to stick with as well.”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    December 04, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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      Icon South - Clone (ft. Neko Savvy & Lil Twist) [Review]

      December 04, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Icon South teams up with fellow Texas artists Neko Savvy & Lil Twist to lay it down on this crazy Zetra & Sham beat.

      The beat and progression make it easy to put a little bounce into your sway as you let this track settle down on your shoulders. The unique vocal tones mesh well and leave the track standing out in a time when a lot of tracks sounds exactly the same.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      December 04, 2020 /Travis Erwin
      iconsouth, clone, nekosavvy, liltwist, laonlock
      Music, Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop
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        Santino x Mir Fontane - What is Hell Like? [Review]

        December 04, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Autotune

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “The unique tone caught me first, and the strong writing kept me leaning in. Both flows deliver a nice bit of passion and emotion and the beat production feels right for the track — hitting hard at times, but staying out of the way where need be.

        ’What is Hell Like?’ ... well I can tell you Hell is not listening to good music and talented artists like this, so the question will have to be answered another day for me.”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        December 04, 2020 /Travis Erwin
        santino, mirfontane, whatishelllike?, laonlock
        Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Autotune
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          FRKLZ - I Lied [Review]

          November 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Rap, Autotune

          Rating: 3.5 out of 5

          “We have all got swept up in a moment of passion and spoken in haste, words we don’t truly mean. FRKLZ faces that in the track, ‘I Lied’ which deals with the aftermath of delivering those words you so desperately want to take back.

          The single has a commercial Pop/ Rap feel that works well to deliver the mental anguish of the situation though at times the autotune felt heavy for me.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          November 28, 2020 /Travis Erwin
          frklz, ilied, laonlock
          Music, Commercial, Rap, Autotune
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            Suspect Ed - First Class [Review]

            November 24, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Electro Pop, Rap

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “This is a track that shakes up the norms. Coming almost with a medley like vibe of shifting styles and delivery tones, Suspect Ed is tough to classify in any one genre. There is a definite Hip-Hop flow that works well, but the track also offers a nice 80’s style vocal hook that feels nostalgic, while also managing to come across as a modern Pop arrangement. Through multiple listens, I remained on the hook for this ‘First Class’ trip. ”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            November 24, 2020 /Travis Erwin
            suspected, firstclass, laonlock
            Music, Hip-Hop, Electro Pop, Rap
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              FCG Heem - "Haha" [Music Video Review]

              November 20, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Autotune

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “There are no shortage of tracks calling out haters and naysayers, but FCG Heem gives us a little something different with the laid back easy going vibe of his track, ‘Haha.’ Lyrically the flow is easy to follow and and settle in on and overall the vibe is light and airy coming with an almost island like vibe at times.”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              November 20, 2020 /Travis Erwin
              fcgheem, haha, laonlock
              Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Autotune
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                Ja3 Harris x Yung Ice x Tay Grizzy - Pop My Shit [Music Video Review]

                November 20, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap

                Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                “Sometimes you just need to sway and move. Ja3 Harris, Yung Ice, and Tay Grizzy give you the chance to do just last with their steady flows delivered over a tranquil bounce groove and beat that sits with you start to finish.

                Lyrically the hook is relied heavily on to carry the momentum though it still works well because of the production and delivery. The video offers no real surprises but is good for a few smiles.”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                November 20, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                ja3harris, yungice, taygrizzy, popmyshit, laonlock
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                  Brit Fox x 10Bagz - Lasso (Like A Rodeo) [Review]

                  November 20, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Autotune

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “Brit Fox has been described as the female Rick Rubin, but truth be told, Fox’s talents stand on their own and need no comparison. Joined here by 10 Bagz, Fox deliver the sultry attitude and energy with a brand new single , ‘Lasso.’

                  This is a banger that works for the club or rolling down the boulevard. Coming with energy and a hint of bounce, this track will indeed wrap around you like a placed lasso.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  November 20, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                  britfox, 10bagz, lasso, laonlock
                  Music, Rap, Autotune
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                    Darci - Lights [Review]

                    November 19, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Contemporary R&B, Rap

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Can a track be both low key smooth and hype at the same time? If so, ‘Lights,’ the newest offering from Darci might pull of the trick.

                    Coming with a tranquil calm vibe, this flow is delivered with an almost detached allure, though lyrically the track is about the potential of the night and the excitement it just might bring about.”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    November 19, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                    darci, lights, laonlock
                    Music, Alternative, Contemporary R&B, Rap
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                      .wavrunner - uh huh, i like it [Review]

                      November 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Rap

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “Who is ready for some energetic Disco infused Club music? ‘Uh Huh, I like It’ from .wavrunner brings a Rap flow, but feels more like a mash of 70s Disco funk and West Coast Club music than anything else. The groove is magical and the spirit a vibe all of its own. Get on board and get moving with this track.”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      November 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                      .wavrunner, uhuhilikeit, laonlock
                      Music, Commercial, Rap
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                        Evan from Heaven - The Way It Is (ft. ill civilian) [Review]

                        November 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                        Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                        “Sometimes a track just works with a simplistic, heartfelt delivery. ‘The Way It Is’ landed for me in such a way.

                        Evan from Heaven delivers the track with a stripped down, no frills flow that works in a genuine and honest way. The production behind the track stays out of the way, while still managing to add a bit of emotion to the groove. I did find myself wishing the track were a little longer and took the lyrics just a bit further.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        November 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                        evanfromheaven, thewayitis, illcivilian, laonlock
                        Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                          WoBandz - SouthBeach [Review]

                          November 18, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “I was skeptical at first from the first few seconds. However, once the song took off I started rocking with it hard. WoBandz ‘s new single ‘SouthBeach’ is about moving how you want to move and living life to the fullest. The beat is defiantly a banger you can’t take your ears away from. i even had to run it back one more time. ”
                          — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                          November 18, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                            Kit DH - Ten [Review]

                            November 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “Kit DH drops a bit of funk flavor with this Rap track that fuses a fast flow, with a nice groove and beat that keeps you leaning in. Adding some bounce on the back end ‘Ten’ holds your focus as those hard hitting lines sink in and take root. Count ‘em up! ”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            November 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                            kitDH, Ten, laonlock
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                              Day Lee ft. PnB Rock "4RealTho" + WAY OF Vol. 2 EP [Music Video Review]

                              November 12, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in R&B, Rap, Music Videos

                              Rating: 5 out of 5

                              “What do you get when New York and Pennsylvania hit the studio together?

                              Infectious lyrics and a beat that prepares you for a hit ‘4RealTho’. Day Lee’s new single is full of energy from a vintage perspective. With PnB Rock vocals accompanying the sound the two are seen hitting the streets and jamming to the beat.”
                              — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                              November 12, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                GoodLook - Rich Dance [Music Video Review]

                                October 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “Bringing the old school beats and bars vibe, GoodLook drops ‘Rich Dance’ on us. With a hearty dose of confident swagger, the track is about flashing them racks in the face of the world with no damn regard for what anyone else thinks. THe beat and rhythm keep the flow bouncing on this track, that doesn’t exactly reinvent the wheel, but for damn sure puts a little flair on your next spin.”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                October 28, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                  LiBand - Due Date (feat. Toosii) [Music Video Review]

                                  October 27, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, Rap

                                  Rating: 5 out of 5

                                  “LiBand ( Blow Up And Never Die) is exactly what he is doing by releasing hits. His new song ‘Due Date’ is a smooth rap song featuring Toosii. The young 16-year-old artist is bringing an unexpected sound to the music game. In his new visual he is seen sitting at a desk with nothing but money as he tells the story of his life but reminds everyone its still about the money and success. He is going to keep on thuggin til his ‘Due Date’. ”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                  October 27, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                    REDD - Bounce [Music Video Review]

                                    October 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “REDD knows who he is and what he’s trying to do, and on this track he declares it all for the world to hear.

                                    Hard beats and a cocky swagger dominate the flow and vibe of this well written track. REDD is his own hype man and this track certainly pants the flag. Eager to hear more.”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    October 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                      Stupkid - Fine [Review]

                                      October 12, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Contemporary R&B, Commercial

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Listening to this track gives you the same sensation you get while walking along the boardwalk on a warm sunny day ... when the scent of the ocean is in the air, the buskers are playing your favorite song, and the girls are all smiling your way.

                                      Carefree and energetic are the two words that come to mind here so kick back and listen to feel the warm sun no matter where you happen to be.”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      October 12, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                      stupkid, fine, laonlock
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                                        Thee Unemployed - Decade [Review]

                                        October 08, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Thee Unemployed layers in a bit of funk-infused energy to their latest track, ‘Decade.’ This duo utilizes a fast paced flow to lay out their confident belief that this is their decade to shine and make their mark.

                                        The energy gathers you in on this track and the lyrical flow comes straight at you in a way that is irresistible. Get ready to move with this one.”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        October 08, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                        theeunemployed, decade, laonlock
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