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Ava Della Pietra - Happy For You [Music Video Review]

February 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Ava Della Pietra has the kind of talent that immediately commands your attention. Of course her stellar vocals are not Ava’s only talent, as this Broadway actress is no stranger to the spotlight. The theatrical influence does come through in her vocal style, though not at the sacrifice of the Indie Pop vibe that also conjures thoughts of Taylor Swift at times.

’Happy For You’ is an emotional journey well worth taking. ”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
February 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
avadellapietra, happyforyou, laonlock
Music, Indie Pop, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary
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    Bright Kelly - Shake Til the Fever is Gone [Music Review]

    February 05, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Folk, Indie Pop

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “Bright Kelly offers up an emotive Indi Folk track that has hints of Springsteen, John Prine, and a more obscure but equally talented Tom Russell. ‘Shake Til the Fever is Gone’ is not the kind of Commercial track we generally feature but is the kind of song that is honest and genuine and speak to the heart. A songwriter’s ode to acceptance I guess you might say, the track is one that delivers on its emotions with purpose. ”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    February 05, 2023 /Travis Erwin
    brightkelly, shaketilthefeverisgone, laonlock
    Music, Singer/Songwriter, Folk, Indie Pop
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      Jenn Howard - Microphone [Music Review]

      January 30, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary, Americana

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Jenn Howard offers up a bit of New Orleans flair on this track that falls between a funky Jazz sound and a singer/songwriter vibe. Maybe you could call this Americana if hard-pressed to place the track within a single genre, but either way the song has soul and heart and comes with one of those melodies that gets down in your bones and makes you move. Joined by Ivan Neville, this one reminds me of my nights down on Frenchman Street in NOLA.”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      January 30, 2023 /Travis Erwin
      jennhoward, microphone, laonlock
      Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary, Americana
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        The Collection - Love at the End of the World [Music Review]

        January 28, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop

        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

        “The Collection brings a fresh new approach to the world of love songs. ‘Love at the End of the World’ is about finding love in a world that is falling apart and how we all need to keep living as best we can in the face of conflict and turmoil. The emotive vocals hooked me the writing is smart and intelligent while maintaining an emotional relevance.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        January 28, 2023 /Travis Erwin
        thecollection, loveattheendoftheworld, laonlock
        Music, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop
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          Paul Cook & The Chronicles - Somebody Else [Music Review]

          January 22, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter

          Rating: 3.5 out of 5

          “Memories often start benign enough but if we have regrets and pain associated those same memories can make our mind fall into chaos and anxiety. This track follows that same path with a nice gentle entry before building into a bit of ordered madness. And in doing so, the writing perfectly captures how many pf us deal with this sorts of mental trips. I was left craving more which is both good and bad I suppose.”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          January 22, 2023 /Travis Erwin
          paulcook&thechronicles, somebodyelse, laonlock
          Music, Singer/Songwriter
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            Natalie Prauser - East Texas [Music Review]

            January 01, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Americana, Country

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “If you think Country Music is defined by the glossy, superficial pablum cranked out of Mainstream Nashville then you probably have no idea of the wide ranging talent that is keeping the traditional sound alive all across the country. Texas is no doubt the hub for Independent artists to not only honor the traditional sound but push it forward and Natalie Prauser is one of those genuine voices doing exactly that.

            ’East Texas’ offers a lonesome, down on your heels vibe. A classic drinking, or thinking, or simply living in reality song that resonates with heartfelt emotion.”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            January 01, 2023 /Travis Erwin
            natalieprauser, easttexas, laonlock
            Music, Singer/Songwriter, Americana, Country
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              Alex Marzejon - Songs About Girls [Music Review]

              December 22, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial, Adult Contemporary

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “From Jolene to Roxanne, and of course California Girls in general there are plenty of songs about feminine charm and their effect on those who know them. This track is a bit of an ode to all of them. Delivered in an emotive singer/songwriter style reminiscent of Ed Sheeran, but Alex Marzejon stand on his own talent and delivery style giving him a unique and talented voice in the musical landscape. ”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              December 22, 2022 /Travis Erwin
              alexmarzejon, songsaboutgirls, laonlock
              Music, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial, Adult Contemporary
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                Jake Thistle - Ghosted Road [Music Review]

                December 21, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter

                Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                “There is a haunting loneliness to Jake Thistle’s single, ‘Ghosted Road’ and the emotive delivery brings that element out very well. That said, the writing is every bit as strong and the entre track paints a scene and mood as well as anything I’ve heard recently. Roads and loneliness certainly are not new fodder for songwriters, but Thistle manages to put his own stamp on the sound and themes and I can’t wait to hear more from this talented artist.”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                December 21, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                jakethistle, ghostedroad, laonlock
                Music, Singer/Songwriter
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                  Nate Amor - Beautiful [Music Review]

                  November 19, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Americana, Adult Contemporary, Singer/Songwriter

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “Nate Amor drops this ode to love and appreciation. The timeless sound and arrangement combines with finely crafted songwriting to deliver the message in perfection step with the emotional build. There are Americana tones and a soft Southern Rock feel but really this is one of those tracks that transcends gerne and simply speaks straight to the soul. ”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  November 19, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                  nateamor, beautiful, laonlock
                  Music, Americana, Adult Contemporary, Singer/Songwriter
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                    Nick Sanza - Cry [Music Review]

                    November 19, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary, Commercial

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “A soft emotive track about growing up a nd finding your place int he world. Nick Sanza delivers an emotional vocal performance on this slow building ballad that comes straight from the heart.

                    ’Cry’ is the kind of song you fall deeper in on with each and every listen and staying out of your feels while you do so is nigh on impossible. ”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    November 19, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                    nicksanza, cry, laonlock
                    Music, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary, Commercial
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                      Tommy Alexander - Feelings [Music Review]

                      October 25, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Americana, Music, Singer/Songwriter

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “Tommy Alexander is a songwriter first and foremost, but that is not to say he doesn’t have the vocal talent and passion to deliver the words he writes. There are Springsteen and Johnny Cash vibes in the delivery and the emotion is palpable in both the words and performance. We as humans all have a myriad of complex ‘Feelings’ coursing through us, and we don’t always understand where they came from, but still we must deal with them. This track does a great job of taking that complex set of thoughts and distilling them into an entertaining and thought-provoking track. ”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      October 25, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                      tommyalexander, feelings, laonlock
                      Americana, Music, Singer/Songwriter
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                        Current - Talk To You Soon [Review]

                        August 16, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter, R&B, Neo-Soul

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Current “Talk To You Soon” is giving us R&B vibes to really set the mood for his emotions after a long-term relationship. Despite the things he loved about the relationship he also love his worth more than what the relationship was giving him. This track is a soulful production with an electronic infused melody that shows how men feel when relationships have ended. ”
                        — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                        August 16, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                        LAOnlock
                        Singer/Songwriter, R&B, Neo-Soul
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                          Jaeden Zoe - What is Love [Review]

                          August 16, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “ What is Love? I often don’t think we will ever know or understand it. You find yourself falling at the wrong time or not the right time. Jaeden Zoe’s new single is a classic love song about mending a broken heart by allowing someone to have your heart.”
                          — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                          August 16, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                          LAOnlock
                          Singer/Songwriter
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                            Francis On My Mind -Functional Kind Of Love [Review]

                            August 12, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “ Singer Songwriter Francis On My Mind vocals are beautiful. The song is about not overdoing a relationship just to live up to the stereotypes of relationships. She wants to capture memories and enjoy one another’s time to create a “Functional Kind Of Love.”
                            — Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                            August 12, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                            LAOnlock
                            Singer/Songwriter
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                              Sam Olyott - On Your Own [Music Video Review]

                              August 12, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary

                              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                              “Sam Olyott hooks the listener with an emotive and vulnerable delivery that sets the tone from the very first line. ‘On Your Own’ is fueled by heartache and anger but this isn’t the kind of petty revenge track that dominates Commercial music.

                              This is a well though out moment of ... yeah go and try to do better out there because I gave all of myself and that wasn’t good enough for a taker like yourself. The writing feels real and genuine and you can feel it all the way through.”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              August 12, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                              samolyott, onyourown, laonlock
                              Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary
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                                Nick Cannon - "Eyes Closed" [Music Video Review]

                                July 26, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter, R&B

                                Rating: 5 out of 5

                                “Nick Cannon is the jack of all trades. From acting to hosting it has been a while since he has giving us music. His new single “Eyes Closed” is a love song for couples heading on the journey to happily ever after. The visual shows him playing the piano while highlighting love in many forms. ”
                                — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                July 26, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                LAOnlockblogger, #NickCannon, #weddingsongs, #wedding, #love
                                Singer/Songwriter, R&B
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                                  KID TRAVIS -LET ME IN [Review]

                                  July 26, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter, Neo-Soul

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “Kid Travis “Let Me In” gives a sentimental band sound. It’s about expressing emotions even when you don’t feel like smiling or letting someone in. The person who cares about you has hope that you will let them into your world.”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                  July 26, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                  LaonLock
                                  Singer/Songwriter, Neo-Soul
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                                    PENNY X -Faster [Review]

                                    July 26, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter, Commercial

                                    Rating: 5 out of 5

                                    “If you ever met a nice person with a little aggressive spark then you will understand the delivery of Penny X. Penny X’s new single “Faster” is about learning when people don’t have your best interest at heart. The focus on everyone and tend to spiral out of control. When in reality it’s just a stupid game where they don’t know the name but they f*ck them anyway. This by far is my favorite hook to date. ”
                                    — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                    July 26, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                    LAOnlock, Commercial, ElectronicPop
                                    Singer/Songwriter, Commercial
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                                      ibeshocker - Bad News [Review]

                                      July 26, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter, Alternative

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Ibeshocker is sending a musical warning and its “Bad News”. Someone will show you signs that they are no good from their actions. The song speaks on those signs but as he recaps he notices that she could just be misunderstood. Some girls just want to have fun and party while others bring drama along the way.”
                                      — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                      July 26, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                      LAOnlock
                                      Singer/Songwriter, Alternative
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                                        Danger Twins - Thing of Beauty [Review]

                                        July 26, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Usually when you hear a viral Tik Tok song its only one particular part you like. However, the Danger Twins single Thing Of Beauty is edgy and enticing. It brings forth a feeling that makes you want to take off and do something exciting.”
                                        — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                        July 26, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                        LAOnlock
                                        Singer/Songwriter
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