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

December 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter

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)
December 02, 2019 /Travis Erwin
annasofia, nofun, laonlock
Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter
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    Swatkins - Gotta Give It Away (If You're Gonna Keep It) [Review]

    December 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Funk, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “I dig this old-school funk for both its simple, straightforward beat and melody, and the subtle complexity behind the lyrics.

    This is the kind of song you can groove on over and over again, while diving deeper and deeper into the lyrical meaning. ”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    December 02, 2019 /Travis Erwin
    swatkins, gottagiveitaway, laonlock
    Music, Funk, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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      jaye - TOMORROW [Music Video Review]

      December 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Electronic, Electro Pop

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “A track that plays with the emotions. Dark sarcastic lyrics, and disturbing imagery, go along with an upbeat almost childlike melody and beat. A good metaphor for life and how we say we are fine when underneath there is often looming turmoil. ”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      December 02, 2019 /Travis Erwin
      jaye, tomorrow, laonlock
      Music Videos, Indie Electronic, Electro Pop
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        Damian Lynn - What Is It [Review]

        December 01, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “An uptempo Pop track that captivates with a variety of tempos and vocal styles. The accompanying video does a good job of adding to the emotional turmoil of the lyrics. ”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        December 01, 2019 /Travis Erwin
        damian lynn, whatisit, laonlock
        Music, Commercial
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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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            Andres Javier - Whistleblower [Review]

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

            Rating: 3.5 out of 5

            “This high energy track is a call to get out and vote.

            A political Hip-Hop flow with a nice beat and melody calling for the ouster of the Orange one. ”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            December 01, 2019 /Travis Erwin
            andresjavier, whistleblower, laonlock
            Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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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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                Staircase Wit -I'm Not Good [Music Video Review

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

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “It’s not easy to admit when you are struggling and this track does a nice job of delivering on those emotions. Smooth Rock sound with a lean to toward a Green Day vibe for me.”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                December 01, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                staircasewit, I'mnotgood, laonlock
                Music Videos, Alternative
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                  Rashad & Confidence - "Desires" [Review]

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

                  Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                  “This duo compliments each other over the top of a steady beat and a nice keyboard loop. The flows are unyielding and bring emotion and passion. ”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  December 01, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                  rashad&confidence, desires, laonlock
                  Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                    All My Friends Hate Me - Stay Up [Review]

                    November 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “This track is about the silver lining of shitty times. That might sound depressing, but it shouldn’t, because this single is delivered with energy and sometimes it takes a rough patch to find out who you can count on in this world. What is more Rock and Roll than that? ”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    November 29, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                    allmyfriendshateme, stayup, laonlock
                    Music, Indie Rock
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                      Shandel & Samuels - Heroine [Review]

                      November 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Folk

                      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)
                      November 29, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                      shandel&samuels, heroine, laonlock
                      Music, Singer/Songwriter, Folk
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                        CAii - Problem. [Review]

                        November 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Electro Pop

                        Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                        “The songwriting is spot on here ... snappy and emotional and full of Amen! moments for anybody that has been there.

                        I did find myself wishing at times the beat and melody brought the same level of power.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        November 29, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                        Caii, problem., laonlock
                        Music, Commercial, Electro Pop
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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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                            Ariza - Patience [Review]

                            November 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Electronic

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “I love the soft pleading quality to the vocals on this track. The beat and melody add to the anxious hopeful tone which sort of whispers to the soul.”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            November 27, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                            ariza, patience, laonlock
                            Music, Indie Electronic
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                              No Time For Reason - Catfish [Review]

                              November 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Punk, Pop

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “A Punk Pop anthem that delivers an energetic punch.

                              ’Catfish’ is about exactly what you think it is, but that predictability is not a negative, because the band goes full throttle start to finish. ”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              November 27, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                              notimeforreason, catfish, laonlock
                              Music, Indie Rock, Punk, Pop
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                                Lynn - Indecisive [Music Video Review]

                                November 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Lyric Video, Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “This is a song about the frayed edges of a bad relationship as it finally unravels for good.

                                The songwriting feels real and true, and the vocals hit me as Kacey Musgraves with more emotion and less defiance. ”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                November 27, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                lynn, indecisive, laonlock
                                Lyric Video, Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter
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                                  Kida Kudz feat. Teni the Entertainer - Money [Music Video Review]

                                  November 27, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “The soulful talent can be heard through the tempo and the melody As we get a taste of Nigeria’s musical talent”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                  November 27, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                  LaonLock
                                  Music
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                                    Corey Durkin - Rest My Bones [Review]

                                    November 26, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Folk

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “This is a nice road song in the traditional Folk kind of way.

                                    The heartbeat of Dylan, the bones of Guthrie, the blood type of Kerouac.”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    November 26, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                    coreydurkin, restmybones, laonlock
                                    Music, Indie Pop, Folk
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                                      Phé - Wtv, It's Cool [Music Video Review]

                                      November 26, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in music

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “The intro is full of visual detail and Phé comes on strong as a girl who is vibin in her on lane.”
                                      — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                      November 26, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                      LaonLock
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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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