Vana Blu - Scarred [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track has a bit of a Retro feel with hints of George Michael, and even Prince, in the in vocal delivery. And yet, it also feels very contemporary in the musical arrangement and vibe.

A single that is easy to focus on so the lyrics really shine and come to life. We have all been ‘Scarred’ in one way or another and this track makes no bones about the scars, but it also lets us know that those scars are a part of who we are so it is important to acknowledge them and build a better tomorrow as a result.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Dylan Rockoff - Out Of Season [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Dylan Rockoff is a talented singer/songwriter that we have featured here on LA on Lock before. Smooth emotional vocals deliver this track about the reflection of a past love that did not last. The emotion of the track captures the mixed bag of feelings that comes with a mix of fond memories and the fact things came to an end.

Falling between a soft Pop ballad and a stripped down coffee house vibe ‘Out of Season,’ is a highly relatable single that tugs all the right strings.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Krystle Dos Santos - Buried Alive [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Bluesy and soulful, Krystle Dos Santos lays down a heartfelt track highlighting the emotions of trying to escape an abusive relationship. The song has a theatrical feel, building as the tension escalates.

The storytelling behind the song is purposeful and carries the worthwhile intent of bringing a dark problem out into the open. This is an entertaining track, but the message is just as worthwhile. Domestic Abuse is not a problem to look away from so perhaps this track will help someone in need. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Casey Sana - Madelaine's Secret [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“I have come to the conclusion that I really like this . I love the cadence of the melody as he tells ‘Madelaine’s Secret’. He describes how she walks , her spirited mind and interaction with others. Its like she is mysterious but you can also tell so much about her how she lights up the room or even by what she wears. Its also like the melody is her walking because it aligns with the verses.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Running Lights - Next Year (Acoustic) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The end of the years tends to bring out reflections in all of us ... where we are, as opposed to where we hoped we’d find ourselves. The New Year then turns those feeling into resolutions and goals.

This track captures the emotions of all of that in a few minutes and entertains us with a calm melody and emotional performance as it does so. There is a sort of a Pop/Coffee house vibe to the track making it not truly fit in any genre. But good music is good music, and it rarely needs a definition.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

LILYAN. - HAUNTED [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“The writing here cuts like a knife, and the resulting wound feels raw, fresh, and wonderful because the emotional truth is palpable. And sometimes a good emotional blood letting is needed for a full recovery.

The eighteen year old LILYAN. is talented for any age, but the songwriting is not her only asset as the vocal performance is alive and passionate as well. In this case, the vocal tone unfurls the words with precision and variance making it hard to escape the hold this track puts on you. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

HeartMouth - Be Alright [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“An emotionally charged ode to finding the possibilities in the very face of difficult times.

Our outlooks can carry us in the same way as a nice melody and beat can carry a song with darker lyrics to a lighter place.

This song echoes life by highlighting the choices we make, and accentuating the fact that quite often it’s not over until we decide that it is. There is a folk rock (Mumford & Sons) feeling to this track that serves it well.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Michael G Moore - Fall To Sleep [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“At first listen, Michael G Moore’s latest single ‘Fall To Sleep’ comes across as half classic Rock ballad and half adult lullaby, but with subsequent spins, the track feels like so much more.

Written with the approaching birth of his daughter in mind, the track encompasses those emotions as well as the broader thoughts on the state of the world that often hits new parents as they prepare for not only their future, but far beyond. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Ren x CHINCHILLA - How To Be Me [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“An interesting track that brings a mysterious ethereal aura to the singer/songwriter vibe. The two voices bend and intertwine to extrapolate the emotions of the lyrics quite well. This is the kind of track that you can listen to dozens of times and still unearth subtle nuances you previously missed.

The lyric video that accompanies the track is simple yet captivating and it is easy to get lost digesting these lyrics.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Flipsyde - "Imagine Peace" [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Flipsyde might not have registered on your radar in a while, but this new single “Imagine Peace” is engaging and entertaining and proves the group still has wait it takes to hook you with a nice blend of voices and talents.

If you are unfamiliar with Flipsyde, you should catch up on their blacklist right after you give this track a listen.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Micah & Julia - 2 (Acoustic Version) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A singer/songwriter duet that leaves you feeling like you are eavesdropping in on an private, intimate conversation. Both voices exhibit emotional vulnerability as well as hope and an underlying urgency. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Anson Seabra - Trying My Best [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A soft and emotional single about the inner working of the mind and finding inner peace by knowing you’ve given it your all. The vocals carry feeling and empathy and this track is inner dialogue at its best in a singer/songwriter style that lands very well. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Changeling - Holy Water [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The misty, ethereal vibe to the vocals lends a mysterious vibe to this track about self-discovery.

Haunting and alluring at the same time, the performance unfolds to perfectly articulate these subtle lyrics.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Desi Valentine - Altar [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“A unique vocal tone delivers sad regretful lyrics of love lost without any trace of the usual anger or bitterness. The decidedly — what might have been — impact hits hard in this single.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Kate Vogel - Rain [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“The best musical artists often defy genre in that they write such meaningful lyrics and deliver them with emotion laden performances that resonate with music lovers across the board. Kate Vogel is such an artist, and with every submission I’ve heard from her repertoire, my appreciation for her talent grows. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Miles Horn - Floating In Space [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“This is a well-written song, but what makes it shine is the vocal performance. There are glossier, more powerful voices than Miles Horn, but you will be hard-pressed to ever hear a song where the artist clearly believes the words they are singing more than Horn obviously does on ‘Floating In Space.’

It is that personal engagement that makes this track comes alive, and it is is that personal involvement that makes me feel just as invested in the track. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Kensington Moore - Karma [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Kensington Moore serves up a piping hot dish with her single ‘Karma.’

They say Karma is a bitch and revenge is best served cold, but this track is a steaming dagger to the heart of those who have put themselves in karma’s path. Haunting and beautiful and impactful, this is a track everyone can relate to. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Neguine Niktash x Lily Lyons x Doug Schadt -Cure You [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“With relaxing and smooth vocals that are sure to ‘Cure You’ if you are ever feeling emotional or in a bad space.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

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Anna Sofia - "No Fun" [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Anna Sofia posses that Girl-Next-Door kind of charm in both her vocals and demeanor with this fun video about having ‘No Fun.” The subtle vocal rifts deliver punch here in this ode to being drug out against your will, by well-meaning friends. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Shandel & Samuels - Heroine [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The duality works very well on this track. The blend of voices brings an emotional thread to a well-written song about being stuck in the rut. This is two songwriters delivering their well-honed craft with precision and feeling.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)