George McBride - Pink Paisley [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“As a writer myself, I am sucker for a good storytelling song, and George McBride has given us exactly that with ‘Pink Paisley.’

The story of addiction, and the myriad of struggles that comes with it, is one that sadly many can relate to. The overall vibe is of a Indie Rock track and the video does an admirable job of accentuating the writing with strong imagery.

This is a track that feels true to life and the emotions come through in the writing and performance.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Eric Punzo - Criminal [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Eric Punzo offers a couple of different vocal styles on this track, and both are engaging. When an artist fully commits to their craft, they sacrifice other parts of their life to spend time alone honing their craft. This song is about sequestering yourself and living like a ‘Criminal’ in self-induced solitary.

Artists are not the only ones to do this, as sometimes we all simply pull away to protect ourselves from others so the nuances of this track have a wide reaching resonance. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Anna Thompson - Hot Now [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Anna Thompson is definitely, ‘Hot Now,’ and this track takes a few different angles on what that means to her past and present. From facing the judgmental people she knew in high school, who snubbed her and now want to be friends to the fake and flashy friends fame attracts, Thompson takes the emotion of not knowing who you can trust and who wants to be friends for the right reasons, versus merely using you and your rising stardom to their own benefit. The track is about being caught in the middle of these two dichotomies. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Brandon Birdwell - Wasted Days [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“If Elton John and Ed Sheeran teamed up to write an Americana track, the resulting song would surely sound a lot like this. Luckily for us we don’t have to wait for such a collaboration, because Brandon Birdwell already possess the talent and skill to create that exact sound. And here it is — ‘Wasted Days,’ is no waste of your time or energy so give it a listen and add it to your playlists.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

The Roly Mo - I Miss The Dancing [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Scottish band, The Roly Mo have released their new single, ‘I Miss The Dancing,’ with a timeless and classic Indie Rock sound that pulls you along as you listen.

We’ve all missed getting out there and mixing it up on friends, be it on the dancefloor or not, and this energetic ode to the times we couldn’t have fun is one that will stick far longer than the condition of our isolation. At least we can hope because good music is way more fun that quarantines. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Transmission Lost - One Way or Another [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Transmission Lost offers a big bold Indie Rock sound. Leaning toward the Alternative or even Grunge sound f the early 90s, the band offers strong melodies and a lyrical build that sweeps the listener up and in. Hailing from Houston, Texas, Transmission Lost deftly utilizes influences of varying genres and sounds, to fuse together a rock and roll sound that is engaging and immersive. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Sam Tompkins - (W)hole [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“An elevator is a small space that when too many people are in it it can be overwhelming. Justin Bieber’s championed artist Sam Tompkins releases new single and visual (W)hole.

He is seen on an elevator and as he goes through different floors it takes him through different experiences with people. The symbolism is when life is overloaded there is still a way to clear it all out. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

KSI and Lil Wayne -Lose [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“ KSI mixes animation with legendary in his new single “Lose” featuring the GOAT Lil Wayne. Seen in therapy recapping what it is like to fall for someone. The illustration steps into their thoughts and feelings. As the two go back and forth they try to reach the point where they have more control and not chasing after anyone and feelings. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Luh Kel - Baecation [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Artist Luh Kel has been known for his romantic love songs and his new single “Baecation” is another submission to the catalogue. Visually displaying the essence of natural hair women, he invites us to experience his time with “bae”. As he sings about escaping and enjoying one another’s company. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Niia - Ace Hotel [Music Video Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“Niia delivers a mini movie in her new single “Ace Hotel”. With such soulful vocals she walks us through a dark emotional period of feelings and most of it is reliving hurt. The need to be wanted and not wanting to have to walk away from love. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Rudiger - Not Anymore [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“You ever found yourself swaying with emotions to a song. Rudiger’s new single “Not Anymore” draws you in emotionally as you can feel the hurt in his voice. As he recaps on the love and memories he has. Despite the song being nearly 6 mins long it doesn’t seem lengthy and draws you to keep listening.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Sons of Wākea x Kod¥ - HaYnTime [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Summer isn’t over yet. Well in Hawaii is it ever over? Sons of Wākea and Kod¥ delivers a laidback yet cruising song about HaYnTime. There are plenty things to do but there is no rush when you are vibin and jamming enjoying life. This song is a musical example of “stop and smell the roses”, it gives you positive energy to just enjoy life with no rush.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Brian James and The Great Unknown - "Taken" [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“ The Great Unknown starts with a 15 sec introductory solo before Brian starts singing in a dialogue to accompany the visual. “Taken” is an electrifying single about seduction and admiration. You often go to a bar to release your thoughts or to pick someone up and in this case claim what is yours.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Caroline Romano - The Hypothetical [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Is the idea of a perfect romance and relationship real, or more of mythological utopia that lives on in ‘The Hypothetical’ daydreams of our brain? That is the question Caroline Romano unleashes with this high energy almost demanding track.

The lyrical hooks and razor edged melody slice through the psyche on this track making it an attitude and vibe as much as a commentary on how we fantasize our relationships going.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Kiera Selbe - I [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Kiera Selbe began writing he lyrics of ‘I’ at thirteen, before she really knew what love would feel like. Flash forward and the now 16 year old talent has a bit more life experience to draw on which enabled her to complete the song and bring it to life. Her emotive talent, both in the writing and the performance, stands out from start to finish making Selbe a name to watch as she grows even more and blossom into the full out star that she is destined to become with such rare talent. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jackson+Sellers - Waste Your Time [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jackson+Sellers reminds me of Lucinda Williams both in sound and attitude. That take no shit, take no prisoners vibe rises to the top of this jaded, yet righteous track.

’Waste Your Time’ is an ode to whatever brand of idiocy you’ve dealt with, though most people will apply the sentiments towards a bad relationship. The rowdy edge to this track brings it to life and makes the pointed commentary land hard right on the chin of the time wasters of this world. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

#LAOnLockExclusive: Chriz Gabriel- "Potluck" [Music Video Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“Nowadays people tend to run when they hear the word “potluck”. It usually means their job is encouraging them and their coworkers to contribute a food item to a work office dinner. We all know everyone can’t cook and everything isn’t safe.

However, Chriz Gabriel is cooking up a different vibe in his new single “Potluck” that you are sure to want more of after one listener.

Chriz fuses bay vibes and London life with a Hip -Hop and Jazz melody that allows you to dance all the way through. Initially one would expect to see a bunch of adults cluttered around but “Potluck” visually creates a vibe that displays the talent of kids and a universal track that anyone can ride too.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Electra Mustaine - Society Talk [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Electra Mustaine certainly has the musical DNA as the daughter of Dave Mustaine, but her style and sound certainly differs from the bands her famous father was part of. ‘Society Talk’ conjured comparisons to early Gwen Stefani for me though there are certainly other contemporary Pop Stars that inspired Mustaine’s sound. That said, the writing delivers a pointed message taking this track beyond catchy status and into the realm of societal commentary. Still, te arrangement is one that is hard not to fall in and join because it is pure musical energy and attitude.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Sofia Lainovic - I Will Not Bother Anymore [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Sofia Lainovic infuses a sultry rasp into her vocals that reminds me some of ZZ Ward. ‘I Will Not Bother Anymore’ is about moving on from that person that hurt you and no longer allowing them to occupy your headspace or emotions.

The track has a Rock vibe to the melody and build though it uses elements of Blues, and Pop to blend the overall sound into an engaging ode to moving on.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

J. Epps - APF [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“J. Epps reps H-town on this track and if you’ve spent anytime in or around Texas’s biggest city, you will definitely dig on this lyrical flow. This track comes with a no frills flow and beat that is brought to life by Epps’ passion and talent. In other words this one track simply hits with the truth and a genuine realness that is often attempted but rarely created. If you want a bunch of shiny bells and whistles in your production this might not be the single for you, but if you can get down to the bare truth and a genuine flow — then this is one of the realest singles you will find.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger