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Little Champion - Bouncer [Review]

March 20, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This artist vocals are angelic to say the least. The laid back vocal arrangements, mixed with heart felt lyrics and a simple guitar riff make this song a heartfelt favorite. In some cases simple is better. That definitely holds true for this emotionally charged, mid tempo love song. ”
— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
March 20, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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    Smigg Dirtee - Sociopath [Review]

    March 20, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “ I can always appreciate when lyricist deliver powerful lyrics over real instrumentation. The production fuses beautiful piano riffs with soulful sampling vocals. This is the type of track you close your eyes and just vibe out to.”
    — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
    March 20, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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      Little Champion - Oops I Got Sad [Review]

      March 20, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “You can never go wrong with a guitar solo introducing a track. The simple delivery of the vocals from the lead singer makes for a feel good vibe. The type of song that makes you put on your head phones and dance around your room on a bright summer day. The lyrics are sad and emotionally provoking but the tempo of the beat keeps its from being just another sad love song. Catchy hook; solid production. Great song.”
      — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Blogger]
      March 20, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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        Aurelia x Icarus Moth - OUT4BLOOD [Music Video Review]

        March 20, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “The intro draws you in with hypnotic vocals. The unexpected upbeat techno production makes this song a definite head banger. The way the production goes from up beat drums to slow eery simplicity definitely keeps the listener engaged through the entirety of the song. Gives Euro club vibes.”
        — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
        March 20, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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          Schmitty - How Did I Get Here? [Music Video Review]

          March 20, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Real summer vibe. The solo introduction of the song by the guitar sets the tone. The lead vocalist ability to switch from his natural to falsetto range without missing a beat makes this a great vibe. Song really makes you wanna hit the beach with friends and dance until the sun goes down. Even as a “fun” track the lyrics still manage to cut through and bring out emotion over the simple but perfect production.”
          — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
          March 20, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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            Kayls - On the Rocks [Review]

            March 20, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “This song is a breath of fresh air. Haven’t heard anything like this ever and that says a lot. The way the vocalist shifts from bouncy rap lyrics to that eclectic vocals is beyond impressive. The beat is playful from the percussions to the guitars and has a great build up at the song’s climax. Could hear this as a soundtrack piece.”
            — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
            March 20, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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              High Tropics - Girlfriends [Music Review]

              March 15, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Alternative

              Rating: 3.5 out of 5

              “I love music that can be taken multiple ways, because life is complex like that and we need music that fits different times and moods of our lives.

              ’Girlfriends’ can be taken as a straight up song of heartbreak and remorse for a failed relationship. Or it can be taken as an ode to that sweet girlfriend we call May Jane. Either way High Tropics delivers a gem dressed up in Indie Rock packaging that might remind you a bit of The Killers.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              March 15, 2023 /Travis Erwin
              hightropics, girlfriends, laonlock
              Music, Indie Rock, Alternative
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                Broderick Jones - What Do You Want [Music Review]

                March 15, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “This is a talented track than I can imagine hearing on Tik Tok as it sends an easy simple message with a straight-forward hook. That said, the track offers more than just a catchy hook as Broderick Jones delivers an engaging vocal build to go with nuanced and provocative writing.

                Listeners will quickly latch on and sing along. The track is ripe to explode as it is highly shareable and relatable. ”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                March 15, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                broderickjones, whatdoyouwant, laonlock
                Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary
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                  Hanne Mjøen - Hard To Love (ft. Ryland James) [Music Video Review]

                  March 15, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Electronic

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “All too often duets feel a bit forced, but here Hanne Mjøen teams with Ryland James to give us an emotionally vulnerable track where both sets of vocals play perfectly off of each other.

                  The track is romantic yet real and genuine which is never an easy feat to achieve. The authenticity is rooted in an emotional honesty and a willingness to stand in the spotlight of our faults while opening up. The good, the bad, and the ugly, because any lasting relationship will see a bit of it all. ”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  March 15, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                  hanneMjøen, rylandjames, hardtolove, laonlock
                  Music Videos, Indie Electronic
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                    Nikki White - Fairweather Friends [Music Review]

                    March 14, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Nikki White taps into the past with her latest single, ‘Fairweather Friends’ which has a retro 80s feel at times, without feeling dated or coming across as interpretive. This track, about letting go of those friends who are only around for the good times, is original and fresh paying homage to the glory days of Pop.

                    White’s vocals sell the lyrics well, though the writing is strong enough to stand up to repeated listens so the emotional depth is there as well.. Overall, a solid Indie Pop track that highlights the talent quite well.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    March 14, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                    nikkiwhite, fairweatherfriends, laonlock
                    Music, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative
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                      Shayla McDaniel - Awake [Music Review]

                      March 14, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “Shayla McDaniel delivers this track with a vocal precision that intensifies along with the lyrical build, and by the first chorus I was hooked for good. With each subsequent listen I felt more connected with both the words and performance. This is a track that wraps around you like a warm blanket and simply feels like genuine comfort.”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      March 14, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                      shaylamcdaniel, awake, laonlock
                      Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
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                        Rashaad Lee - What 4 [Review]

                        March 14, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Love how the intro holds you with the solo from the piano. The rawness of Rashaad Lee mixed with the “pretty” production makes for a great musical marriage. The artist’s voice and tone are so distinctive and perfect for the track. Almost gives a chopped and screwed feel without being chopped or screwed. Could definitely see this record being big in the Texas market.”
                        — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                        March 14, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                          Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike x Danna Paola x NE-YO - Mexico [Music Video Review]

                          March 14, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “If nothing else, Ne-Yo will forever come through with the lyrics. Real party record that still manages to evoke your emotions. This could be a huge record in the international, dance and house music scene. Both vocalist compliment each other throughout the song in an enchanting back and forth banter. ”
                          — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                          March 14, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                            JoDolo x Mr. Severe - Drug Music [Music Video Review]

                            March 14, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

                            Rating: 3 out of 5

                            “This track gives nostalgic Wu Tang vibes. Raw uncut vocals over simple piano, high hats and a snapping snare. The type of music that you just sit back and listen to when just sitting around having drinks with friends. ”
                            — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                            March 14, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                              MIIA -Skin of a Fool (feat. Vaarin) [Music Review]

                              March 14, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “The angelic chords and vocals from the beginning of the track automatically draw you in. The vocalist cuts through the track but somehow remains right in pocket of the instrumentation. Could definitely see this as a soundtrack cut in any emotionally driven motion picture. ”
                              — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                              March 14, 2023 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                Bad Flamingo - Keep Off of You [Music Review]

                                March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “As always, Bad Flamingo delivers a true vibe with their music. This latest single, ‘Keep Off of You’ has hints of Alt-Country with a bit of a Billie Eilish feel at times. The attitude, and mysterious sexiness of the band adds to the allure, though at the end of the day, it is rich vocal tones and a razor sharp lyrical edge that cuts through the fray and makes Bad Flamingo stand out.

                                I hope to catch these power duo live and in person one of these days, and until then I look forward to see what they unfurl next.”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                badflamingo, keepoffofyou, laonlock
                                Music, Indie Rock
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                                  GAYLE - everybody hates me [Music Review]

                                  March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop, Punk, Rock

                                  Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                  “GAYLE has established her talented presence with a string of hits and her latest release, ‘Everybody Hates Me,’ is the next offering from this rising star. The energy is a bit tongue-in-cheek and sarcastic, though the emotions and vulnerability are also lurking there in the mix.

                                  GAYLE has the ability to create entertaining and fun vibes while still coming with a bit of hard-edged truth to the lyrical content as well.”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                  gayle, everybodyhatesme, laonlock
                                  Music, Commercial, Pop, Punk, Rock
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                                    Morgan Lane - All In My Head (feat. Bailey Jehl) [Music Review]

                                    March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Future Bass, EDM, Dance, Pop

                                    Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                    “Heartaches and breakups might be the most written about subject matter so it it is tough to stand out with those themes and yet, Morgan Lane in conjunction with the vocal talent of Bailey Jehl manages just that. ‘All In MY Head’ is about the disorienting feeling of seeing your former partner move on quickly and completely leaving you to wonder of what you felt was ... All in your head. ”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock
                                    March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                    morganlane, baileyjehl, laonlock
                                    Music, Future Bass, EDM, Dance, Pop
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                                      VAVO - Waitin' On It [Music Review]

                                      March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Deep House, Dance, EDM

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “VAVO has exploded recently so if they have been ‘Waitin’ In It,’ they don’t have to wait any longer. Coming on the heels of their smash hit, ‘Take Me Home,’ the duo is currently sitting on top of charts and the Dance Pop world.

                                      This track has a slightly subdued feel that is the perfect follow and shows a bit of diversity that will help carry them a long way to longevity. ”
                                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock
                                      March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                      vavo, waitin'onit, laonlock
                                      Music, Deep House, Dance, EDM
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                                        Lisa Heller - Hollow [Music Review]

                                        March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Bedroom, Pop, Indie Pop, Commercial

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “I don’t always connect with the soft distant production values of Bedroom Pop, but some track simply fit well into such a structure and set of dynamics. Lisa Heller’s ‘Hollow’ is such a song as it dips and soars in the same manner our emotions do and the writing, in conjunction with Heller’s talented delivery, brings that all to life on this disarming single. ”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                        lisaheller, hollow, laonlock
                                        Music, Bedroom, Pop, Indie Pop, Commercial
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