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April Jai - Chose To Stay [Review]

August 08, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Bedroom, Adult Contemporary, Pop, R&B

Rating: 4 out of 5

“April Jai has created a track that is the perfect response to that ex who comes sniffing around trying to hook back up. A smooth easy groove with one foot in in a Retro R&B groove and the other in contemporary Pop. The result is an Adult Contemporary singer/songwriter type of track with emotional depth and meaning for everyone that has had to navigate the past and present at the same time.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
August 08, 2021 /Travis Erwin
apriljai, chosetostay, laonlock
Music, Commercial, Bedroom, Adult Contemporary, Pop, R&B
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    Nea x SHY Martin - No Regrets [Music Video Review]

    August 06, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Electro Pop, Commercial, Bedroom

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “Straight out of the Swedish countryside, longtime friends Nea and SHY Martin wrote ‘No Regrets’ after working together for years as songwriters writing for others. This time they decided to keep the summer smash for themselves and the passion and emotional connection shines through in this Pop delight.

    The airy build and progression makes it a fun and uplifting track and you will have no regrets adding the single to your own playlists.”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    August 06, 2021 /Travis Erwin
    nea, shymartin, noregrets, laonlock
    Music Videos, Electro Pop, Commercial, Bedroom
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      Shayan Valaie - FØURDAYS (feat. Yan P) [Review]

      August 06, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Trap, Hip-Hop, Adult Contemporary, Autotune

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “You ever been up for ‘FØURDAYS’ and realize you can longer feel your face? Then Shayan Valaie and Yan P are speaking your language on this track.

      We’ve all been there at one time or another and this easy progression brings out all the vibes from such prolonged adventures. So fire one up, or pour that stiff drink and keep the good times rolling with the rhythm of this infectious performance and hook-filled build. The smile on your face might even bring some of those lost sensations back.”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      August 06, 2021 /Travis Erwin
      shayanvalaie, FØURDAYS, yanp, laonlock
      Music, Trap, Hip-Hop, Adult Contemporary, Autotune
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        American Authors - Nice and Easy (Acoustic) [Review]

        August 06, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Americana, Commercial

        Rating: 3.5 out of 5

        “Summer is all about energy and good times, and American Authors have brought in Mark McGrath of Sugar Ray fame to join them on this acoustic ode to kicking back and taking it ‘Nice and Easy.’

        This track toes the line between Rock and Folksy sentiments, but never dips or lags in its unfailing energy and passion. Join in the party and sunshine days by adding add this single to your summer playlists.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        August 06, 2021 /Travis Erwin
        americanauthors, niceandeasy, markmcgrath
        Music, Americana, Commercial
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          Otev - In My Head [Music Video Review]

          August 06, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Autotune, Alternative

          Rating: 3.5 out of 5

          “The build and progression of this track worked for me, both vocally and the beat production. Lyrically this is one that simply resonated and made me nod my affirmations as I listened. The R&B groove gives the arrangement an easy flow and the production dynamics add just enough to give the while thing a contemporary feel.

          I was left wanting a bit more as the song felt short overall and could have went deeper in the writing, but all art should leave you wanting more and this one certainly did that for me.”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          August 06, 2021 /Travis Erwin
          otev, inmyhead, laonlock
          Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Autotune, Alternative
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            Loi - Melody [Review]

            August 06, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Adult Contemporary

            Rating: 4.5 out of 5

            “Loi has the kind of vocal talent that instantly grabs hold of you and demands your undivided attention. Couple that with the fact Loi’s single, ‘Melody,’ delivers the kind of lyrical build that makes you stop what you are doing and listen to every word, a nd the song is mesmerizing in every way.

            Described by others as the German Adele, Loi is a talented 18 year old with all the attributes and talent to be the next big thing. Her sounds falls somewhere between Adele and Pink and offers a big bold emotiveness with a bit of Pop magic sprinkled in. ”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            August 06, 2021 /Travis Erwin
            loi, melody, laonlock
            Music, Commercial, Adult Contemporary
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              Muro (feat Bobby John) - With You [Review]

              August 06, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Adult Contemporary, Electro Pop

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Featuring the vocal talent of Bobby John, Muro delivers the single ‘With You.’ The track has a Chainsmokers kind of feel though with just a hint of 80’s vibes backing it all. The progression is energetic and uplifting and carried the listener forward or propels them out to the dancefloor. The build is hard not to connect and fall in as lose yourself in this track’s build. ”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              August 06, 2021 /Travis Erwin
              muro, bobbyjohn, withyou, laonlock
              Music, Commercial, Adult Contemporary, Electro Pop
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                Ali Schwartz - Under My Bed [Review]

                August 06, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “Cutting out the negative and toxic from your life is not an easy task, but a necessary one we all face at some point. This track is all about doing so, and what worked well for me on this piece was the light, almost sing-song anthem. The rhythm that gives this single an uplifting and positive vibe absolutely shines, even as the trash is being carried out and dumped.

                Ali Schwartz delivers both passion and a wry brand of humor and that made me smile all the way through this song. ”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                August 06, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                alischwartz, undermybed, laonlock
                Music, Commercial
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                  Nick Sanza - Breadcrumbs [Review]

                  August 06, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Bedroom, Commercial

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “Nick Sanza delivers the passion of a singer/songwriter laying his emotions out bare. There are comparisons to be made to Ed Sheeran in writing style, but ‘Breadcrumbs’ feels a bit more Commercial with a Electronic vibe to the overall production and sound.

                  The track follows a regretful lover reflecting on the past as he is reminded of what was and what could have been by the everyday things around him.”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  August 06, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                  nicksanza, breadcrumbs, laonlock
                  Music, Bedroom, Commercial
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                    Viktor Harter - Jerome ft. lunajoep [Review]

                    August 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “We’ve all known a ‘Jerome,’ though the name might be different — the mindset they bring with them isn’t. The groove here on this track is funky and the beat urges you to nod and move along. This single offers a good balance between old school and new vibes.

                    This is one of those tracks that simply worms its way into your ears and sticks for a long long time.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    August 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                    viktorharter, lunajoep, jerome, laonlock
                    Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                      Trey Triple A. x TheyCallHimAP - Paradise [Music Video Review]

                      August 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Autotune

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “Trey Triple A. and TheyCallHimAP proves ‘Paradise’ can be found anyplace we happen to be, and that the ideal is more of a mindset than a true destination.

                      The build and groove here comes with a smooth yet sharp edge, and the flow hooked me from the start. The lyrical flow hooked me in and I stayed there basking in the creation of Triple A’s paradise. A smooth summer vibe that will carry through even when the days are no longer sunny.”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      August 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                      treytriplea., theycallhimap, paradise, laonlock
                      Music, Rap, Autotune
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                        Elsewhere! - Overrated [Review]

                        August 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Pop, Rock

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
                        — Quote Source
                        “Elsewhere! has dropped the new single, “Overrated,’ which is an ironic title, because the song and talent are anything — but over rated.

                        Coming with a pure Indie Pop sound, the track has a bit of Bieber vibe vocally, and comes with a nice groove behind it that conjures comparisons to The 1975. This is an easy build to fall in and join if you feel like belting out the words along with the performance.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        August 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                        elsewhere!, overrated, laonlock
                        Music, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Pop, Rock
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                          Gillian Heidi - flowers [Review]

                          August 04, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary

                          Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                          “There are a lot of breakup songs out there, and many of them are angry or jaded, and often both. This track is a bit different, as it is more of a retrospective and simply chronicles the slow unraveling of realizing the person you are with isn’t the one, even though there isn’t anything wring with them or yourself. Just a simple understanding that there is something more out there than this person can give you.

                          Gillian Heidi conveys all of this with stellar writing and a perfect performance.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          August 04, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                          gillianheidi, flowers, laonlock
                          Music, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary
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                            Scholars Ent. x Nolan the Ninja - WORK (Freestyle) [Review]

                            August 04, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “Most of the time I need a track to shine right out the gate to find my connection. ‘WORK’ was a bit slower building for me, so while I remianed optimistic early on, it wasn’t until the :45 second mark or so that the passion of this flow truly hooked me in.

                            Once you digest the lyrics, this build makes perfect sense, but this one did take a bit for me to find my connection. Give it a listen and no doubt it will do the same for you. ”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            August 04, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                            scholars, nolantheninja, work, laonlock
                            Music, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                              Hot Mondy - Pale Ember [Music Video Review]

                              August 04, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Americana, Music, Indie Rock, Country

                              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                              “The best music is always timeless, and very often beyond easy genre classification. That is the case with Hot Monday’s single, ‘Pale Ember.’ There are Indie Rock elements, and Americana elements which combine to give the track a Springsteen sort of threadbare vibe as well as an emotional brand of regret that permeates the delivery and makes it all feel so real. The writing is emotionally stirring and the performance conveys the feelings in every line. ”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              August 04, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                              hotmondy, paleember, laonlock
                              Music Videos, Americana, Music, Indie Rock, Country
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                                Yung Jewelz - Price 2 Pay [Review]

                                August 02, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Trap, Hip-Hop

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “Once the flow drops in — this track is a solid banger. The intro is intriguing as well, but it is her flow that truly brings the this one to life.

                                Full of attitude, and that Southern Rap vibe that is often attempted, but rarely landed this single simply pops. Hard bars and a thumping cadence allow the punches to land with force. Don’t sleep on this one — this is a talented artist with plenty to say. ”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                August 02, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                yungjewelz, price2pay, laonlock
                                Music, Rap, Trap, Hip-Hop
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                                  Zak North - Kidz Die II [Review]

                                  August 02, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “Every line of this track drips with emotion. The greatest fear of every parent is a health battle for their children, and while this song is directly about that event, there are things to digest here about humanity and the emotions we face even if if you have never stood in those shoes.

                                  This song is sad and yet hopeful at the same time because of this father’s passionate flow. This truly is a track to fell deep down in your gut.”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  August 02, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                  zaknorth, kidsdieII, laonlock
                                  Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap
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                                    Freddie Long - Addicted To Your Love {Review]

                                    August 02, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Singer/Songwriter, Electro Pop

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “Freddie Long is ‘Addicted To Your Love.’ Maybe not you specifically, but he’s addicted to someone’s love and he’s belting out this up-tempo Pop track for both them and you and because the track is entertaining and easy to fall in and sing along with that is a very good thing.

                                    Revel in both his love and talent, by adding this track to you summer, or energetic playlists to feel the vibes.”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                    August 02, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                    freddielog, addictedtoyourlove, laonlock
                                    Music, Pop, Singer/Songwriter, Electro Pop
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                                      GROZ - Save Me [Music Video Review]

                                      July 29, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Music, Music Videos

                                      Rating: 5 out of 5

                                      “The artistic delivery is phenomenal. Groz introduces us to a subtle story as a young girl then delivers her strength vocally as a woman. With the ballet dancers guiding her throughout her new single “Save Me” is about sticking around over the years because you never know when someone may need you. ”
                                      — Kreadiv Keshia [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                      July 29, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                      LaonLock
                                      Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Music, Music Videos
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                                        DEZI - Sinner [Music Video Review]

                                        July 29, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music, Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial, Electro Pop

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Dezi’s dramatic yet dark new single “Sinner” brings anticipation and seduction. Surrounded by things that are either good or bad for you she sings about how her sins are what makes her happy. From a dramatic beat to a slow motion toward the two mark this is a track that will have you engaged in fantasy. ”
                                        — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                        July 29, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                        Music, Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial, Electro Pop
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