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Rah-C - Everybody is Concerned [Music Review]

April 19, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Riding a beat and groove that soars and uplifts all on tis own, Rah-C layers in a passionate energetic flow that sweeps you into the saga that is this track. This is a hype track that will motivate and push you so a perfect add to a workout playlist or any other that you need to get you up and taking on the world. The writing is nuanced enough to give you new takes through multiple listens and keep you intrigued.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
April 19, 2023 /Travis Erwin
rah-c, everybodyisconcerned, laonlock
Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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    Lu Hound - Tinted Eyes [Music Review]

    April 04, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “Lu Hound unleashes a nice balance of passionate ire, and a soulful groove while delivering his track ‘Tinted Eyes.’ The beat and flow blend to form a nice cohesive vibe that engages the listener and forces them to lean all the way in on this build. Hard-hitting writing with an edge is at the heart of this one, and the attitude behind the lyrics is what will bring me back time and time again. ”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    April 04, 2023 /Travis Erwin
    luhound, tintedeyes, laonlock
    Music, Rap
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      Notcho Aziz - That's Enough [Music Review]

      April 04, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “When music is passionate, genuine, and inspired from a talented artists’ view of the world, it doesn’t take a whole lot for their creation to truly come alive. That is the case with ‘That’s Enough’ from Notcho Aziz.

      You have to turn a blind eye, or truly be ignorant to not see the brutal impact of racism and an all-too-often unjust judicial system in this country. This track is about saying enough is enough. The lyrics, hard-edged flow, and beat convey the outrage quite well on this track of social injustice.”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      April 04, 2023 /Travis Erwin
      notchoaziz, that'senough, laonlock
      Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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        Zeke - Magic [Music Review]

        March 31, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

        Rating: 3.5 out of 5

        “The hook is easy to connect with here, and that is what first sold this track to me. Of course, the timing and vocal talent on the flow work to bring a groove and rhythm to this build that popped off and kept me eager for the next line.

        Zeke unleashes his brand of ‘Magic’ proving this Georgia rapper is one to keep an eye on for future releases.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        March 31, 2023 /Travis Erwin
        zeke, magic, laonlock
        Music, Rap
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          Rohan - So Paid [Music Review]

          March 05, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Neo-Soul, Autotune

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “No one ever reaches the top of the mountain without struggling to get there. Rohan uses a smooth and easy delivery on this flow about fighting through the pain to reach to the place you want to be in life.

          The track utilizes a Rap flow, but also has the groove of a slow and soulful R&B track giving the vibe an added dimension and accessibility to the emotional thread of the lyrical build.”
          — Travis Erwin @ LA on Lock Blogger
          March 05, 2023 /Travis Erwin
          rohan, sopaid, laonlock
          Music, Rap, Neo-Soul, Autotune
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            Parris LaVon - WEAK [Music Review]

            March 05, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, R&B, Alternative

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Parris LaVon shares a bit of vulnerability on this flow, but despite the title of the track he clearly is anything but ‘Weak.’

            We all have our problems and roadblocks but persevering and coming out the other side is what defines who and what we are. The beat and rhythm here are smooth and the lyrical flow lands its emotional punches with a raw earnest vibe that feels genuine. A track to listen to over and over again to appreciate the various nuances.

            Be sure and check out the entire new album, WINTER IV which just dropped this week. ”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            March 05, 2023 /Travis Erwin
            ParrisLaVon, weak, laonlock
            Music, Rap, R&B, Alternative
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              Big Boss Vette - Pretty Girls Walk (Remix) ft. Coi Leray [Music Review]

              March 05, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop, Autotune

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Pure Trap attitude sets the track off, and the bounce isn’t just an accessory here, but a full-out active part of the vibe.

              Big Boss Vette unleashes her chorus in conjunction with the talents of Coi Leray to create a remix that hits with force. Lyrical wit and a strong overall verve amps the mood on a track that is one-hundred percent brass.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock BLogger
              March 05, 2023 /Travis Erwin
              bigbossvette, coileray, prettygirlswalk, laonlock
              Music, Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop, Autotune
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                Riton - Sugar (feat. Soaky Siren) [Music Video Review]

                February 28, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, EDM, Future Bass, Trap, Rap

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “GRAMMY winner RITON returns with an energetic dancefloor banger that samples 50 Cents ‘Candy Shop’ and offers the vocal talents of rising Rap star Soaky Siren. The beat is infectious and the ‘Sugar’ oh so sweet on this EDM/Hip-Hop blending vibe.

                A track sure to get listeners moving and singing along by the first chorus, no matter how you want to categorize this genre being single.”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                February 28, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                riton, soakysiren, sugar, laonlock
                Music, EDM, Future Bass, Trap, Rap
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                  Savage334 - Diamonds [Music Review]

                  February 15, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “The intro hit me with Rihanna, ‘We Found Love’ vibes though once Savage334 dropped in with that deliberate and direct flow, the track stood all on its own.

                  Lyrically, the blows land with emotion and grit and the build kept me leaning in for every last word.

                  ’Diamonds’ unleashes its meaning and intent rather with a clear sparkle, though the nuances and inflections make it a track you can listen to over and over again and still discover new emotions along the way. ”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  February 15, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                  savage334, diamonds, laonlock
                  Music, Rap
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                    Frank Dennis - West [Music Review]

                    February 14, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Frank Dennis drops this moody and brooding flow that sets a melancholic tone right from the start. The writing is sharp, and the lines land with a deliberate flow that sights in its targets, and hits the mark with emotional punch. I like the stripped down value as it allows the intent to land unimpeded. ”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    February 14, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                    frankdennis, west, laonlock
                    Music, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                      Ricky Davaine - Metamorphosis [Music Video Review]

                      February 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “Ricky Davaine drops this in your face yet melodic groove that tell it like it is. ‘Metamorphosis’ is about recognizing the user and abuser and takers of the worlds and changing to protect yourself and your future.

                      The lyrical flow is dead on and the tone works well for the message being delivered. The track does a good job of straddling a coupe different vibes and gene lines and in doing so creates its own brand of sound. ”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      February 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                      rickydavaine, metamorphosis, laonlock
                      Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                        Nep Jennings - MR [Music Video Review]

                        December 30, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “The combination of attitude and strong writing sold this track for me. Lines like ... ‘I’d rather be paranoid than comfortable ...’ hooked me in and offered big perspectives in few words and that gave the track a powerful impact.

                        The tone of the flow is quiet confidence and a hard edged take on the world that is certainly warranted and accurate. Nep Jennings is a voice worth hearing with words that need to be said. ”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        December 30, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                        nepjennings, mr, laonlock
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                          BMB Mann - FWM [Music Review]

                          December 29, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “A smooth backing track and a steady flow gives this track a groove that is easy to fall in and connect with. BMB Mann introduces himself with this lyrical flow and the talent shines in not only the emotional strength of the writing, but is also evident in the timing and pace of the delivery. A track that hints of a lot more to come from this talented artist and I can’t wait to hear what’s next.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          December 29, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                          bmbmann, fwm, laonlock
                          Music, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                            Ishan - Impact [Review]

                            November 30, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “With a head nod to the Golden Age of Hip-Hop, Ishan drops his track, ‘Ishan.’ The flow hits steady and hard with just enough variation to bring the lines to life. The writing has punch and the beat hits an Old School vibe through out thought he track still manages to sound contemporary and hard edged. Ishan brings an intensity and passion which keeps the intrigue alive even without a pure, hype style hook.”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            November 30, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                            ishan, impact, laonlock
                            Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                              Xersize - End of Days [Music Review]

                              November 13, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

                              Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                              “When you think Rap you probably don’t think Sweden but Swedish artists Xersize is here to change that. Dropping a rapid fire flow reminiscent of Eminem at times, ‘End of Days’ is a passion-fueled rant about being overlooked and dismissed in a crowded field of artists. It is about having the confidence to stand up and shout look at me because I have something worthwhile to say. ”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              November 13, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                              xersize, endofdays, laonlock
                              Music, Rap
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                                Whethan - Fall Out Girl [Music Review]

                                September 30, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Rap

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “A collaboration between 23-year-old electronic DJ and producer, Whethan and Florida-based rapper, Zai1k, “Fall Out Girl,” is a high-energy, feel-good track that comes alive right from the start.

                                ’Zai and I linked up in Miami and made a bunch of cool ideas. ‘Fall Out Girl’ was inspired by the Miami lifestyle and is a perfect sunny drive with the top back, a pop hit to blast til’ the neighbors knock.’ -Whethan

                                The combination of artistic talents here works well and every element adds to the listener’s engagement of the track. ”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                September 30, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                                whethan, zai1k, falloutgirl, laonlock
                                Music, Commercial, Rap
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                                  Flau'jae - I Can't Break [Review]

                                  September 29, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “Life gets hard but you have to tell yourself “I Can’t Break”. Flau’jae latest single is about wanting help, being let down but realizing other people still need you and are there for you. It will days you will feel lonely but you must stay true to yourself and your heart. ”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock]
                                  September 29, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                    Shiah Maisel - Numb the Pain (feat. Catas, Le Malls & CHENDA) [Review]

                                    September 29, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “Numb the Pain” is an Alternative Rock track that will have you engaged musically and emotionally. The dramatic yet aggressive cadence defines wanting to run away from your pain but realizing you aren’t sure where you want to go.”
                                    — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                    September 29, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                      Frisco Hardbody Sco - Stay Focused [Review]

                                      September 29, 2022 by Keshia Gass in Rap, Hip-Hop

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “We have dreams, we have partners but sometimes people switch up. Frisco Harbody Sco latest single “Stay Focused” lyrically speaks about people double crossing you. The track also speaks on learning from the pain, the betrayal and not letting it mess up your over goals.”
                                      — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                      September 29, 2022 /Keshia Gass
                                      LAOnlock
                                      Rap, Hip-Hop
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                                        8 BALL AND MJG - They Don't Love You [Music Video Review]

                                        September 07, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, Music, Rap

                                        Rating: 5 out of 5

                                        “They gave us a snippet during the Verzuz battle but 8 Ball and MJG are coming back with the classics. Their latest single “They Don’t Love You” is about knowing how to recognize the fake people in your life. The are staying true to their roots with the classic Memphis beat and visual location. ”
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                                        September 07, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
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