AJA - Better Off Without You [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Seventeen year old AJA comes with with emphatic energy and verve on the new track, “Better Off Without You.’ The attitude wins the day here in this ode to breaking free from toxic people.

AJA is a young talent but her age does not diminish the power or substance so keep an ye and an ear on this rising talent for years to come. And be sure to add this track to your playlists to call up anytime you are feeling fierce and determined to exorcise the idiots from your own life. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

The Morning Herald - Under The Roof [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“The Morning Herald sounds more like something you’d read over coffee, rather than plug into your ears and listen to, but this Philly band delivers a dash of Chili Peppers roasted over an Arcade Fire served with a side of Tame Impala for inspiration.

’Under The Roof’ is the kind of Indie Rock song that feels timeless in its approach and sound, and the overall vibe drips with the savory juice of rock and roll. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Stark x Kestra - Your Sweet Power [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Super producer, Stark teams up with Soul singer, Kestra to bring ‘Your Sweet Power’ to life. Riding a funky bassline, the track sweeps you up and into the lyrical build. We’ve all had that teacher or mentor that we can hear whispering to us even when they are nowhere around and this song captures that power in a soulful groove that is easy to sway along with and connect on a deeper level as well. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Peaceful James x HEISAM - Fool 4 U [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track is not quite as warbling as Biz Markie’s famous track, but ‘Fool 4 U’ has that same fun vibe and groove that is easy to connect with. The piano drives the beat and the fun vocal arrnangement sweeps you along on this song about knowing the person is bad for you and having a hard time breaking away just the same. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

BEXX - Daydream [Music Video Review]

Rating : 4 out of 5

“What are you willing to do for love?

That seems to be what BEXX is asking on this supercharged Indie Rock trip that is both surreal and exotic in a psychedelic kind of way. The video adds to all of that as well and in conjunction with the message of the lyrics gives this complete project a polished intent that few songs/video combinations offer.

This is the type of project that sticks in your mind and instills new meaning with each watch/listen.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Love, DEAN - You Won't Forget [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Love, Dean is the creative collaboration of a husband and wife duo, and the intimacy they bring to their sound is a big part of the engagement. ‘You Won’t Forget’ is meant to be a love letter to whoever takes the time to pause and listen to their words and music. The track is soulful and smooth and is as easy to move along with physically, as it is to emotionally connect to the lyrics.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Francisco Martin - "IF U NEED ME" [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

Do you ever need someone? Cali’s Francisco Martin delivers a nostalgic track in his new single "If U Need Me". With the light strings of the guitar he gives reasons why you may need someone but reassures then they are not alone and can always reach out. He explores the neighborhood as a reflective perspective.

Riiyoo & Lil Lee - 10-4 [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“The best advice someone can give you is to “Get That Money”. Riiyoo & Lil Lee new single “10-4” is about getting money and taking the advice that OGs give you. The translation of “10-4” is understanding what is advised to you or done to you. The beat is somewhat suspenseful with a hard tempo. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

KB Mike - L.O.V.E. [Music Video Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“I was hooked the first sec. Aside from the vocals the song has a meaning. What is L.O.V.E?

KB Mike explains how love conquers all. Some people hold on to hurt and can not fully understand love. He breaks down its the small yet big things that proves someone loves you. You can not feel your best but real love shows up and shows out. Is L.O.V.E real? Is L.O.V.E complicate? What is L.O.V.E? ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Lana Love - In Too Deep [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“What do I have to do to get deep? Lana Love’s new single “In Too Deep” is about her trying to assume what the answers to her questions are based off movement. She wonders is she doing enough or what exactly does she needs to do. The beat has a high energy sound that will make you want to dance despite the lyrics.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

April Jai - First Glance [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Artist April Jai is lyrically descriptive and direct in her single “First Glance”. She wonders in thought about whether she stands a chance or if the other person always had the upper hand. The guitar strings create an emotion vibe that pulls you in and makes you truly feel and visualize the song.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Karras - Owls - (42BUZZ Remix #1) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Karras drops this track which conveys a nice October vibe both in its lyrical content and the brooding enchanted vibe of the beat and build. The tension is palpable and while this track might feel wrong for a sunny June day it is perfect for establishing those Halloween thoughts.

The construction has an old school vibe at times, but overall this one still feels contemporary and timed well for its release.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Micah Edwards - Girl from the Valley [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Micah Edwards calls his sound Texas Soul ... I simply call it damn good music.

I do hail from Texas originally so the Lone Star State has a soft spot in my heart, but I don’t care where you ‘re from, this is the kind of soulful, smooth song that speaks straight to the emotions. Timeless yet contemporary as well, ‘Girl From The Valley,’ simply feels right from the very first note. Can’t wait to hear more music from the talented Edwards.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jeffrey James - In The Back Of My Mind [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“There is a heartfelt beauty to Jeffrey James’ track, ‘In The Back Of My Mind.’

Speaking on the inspiration that led to the track, Jeffrey says, ‘For better for worse, the people we chose to pair up with forever impact who we are moving forward. There are a small handful of women I’ve dated that will always hold a place in my heart. It’s not love. It’s a bond and an influence that I’ll forever be grateful for.’

I felt this sentiment and connected tom the motion of the track and that is what good music is all about. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

ODDA - Mama [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“ODDa grew up on an island off the south of England and that landscape feels much like the tone and vibe of his music. There is a soft beauty and an underlying harshness that speaks of crashing waves and win swept shoreline. The track is heavy on emotion and feels all consuming much like the salty spray of the sea when you stand near it. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

TATUM - Homecoming [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track took thirty or forty seconds to truly hook me in and once it did I was leaning in and invested the rest of the way. I was intrigued enough early on to stay with it so I’m not saying the opening isn’t strong, just that the emotion truly landed for me a bit deeper in. The video feels right for the mood and emotion of the track. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

FALANA - Energy [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“FALANA established a nice groove on this track and one might say the ‘Energy’ is exactly right. Riding a tranquil but expressive beat and melody, FALANA layers on an emotive set of vocals that drips with a sultry invitation that is hard to resist.

This is Contemporary R&B with a vibe that simply wraps around the soul and pulls you along for the entire ride. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Barret Turner - Wait [Music Video Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“Barret Turner new single “Wait” is about patience and holding on. It focuses on love and memories that a couple share. Love is so strong that even though you are gone you still live on through your soul mate. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

DJ Era feat. O.T. Genasis, Eric Bellinger, AD -On My Way [Music Video Review]

Rating : 4 out of 5

“Dj Era knows how to feature the best that will give us a sound we want to hear. Pulling O. T. Genasis, Eric Bellinger and AD for the hit single “On My Way”. The guys are getting ready to link up but each seems to have so much going on in one night. However, that doesn’t stop them from having a good time. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Lil Donald - Real Hitta You [Music Video Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“What is real to you? Lil Donald new single “Real Hitta You” is about finding what interests a woman. Sometimes is not always about money but communication and dominance. Its about going the extra mile and appreciate women for more than their looks. Overall just show them something real which is rare. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blog]