Cruzz - Going Up [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Connecticut might not be the most common place for a Hip Hop artist to merge from, but Cruzz is certainly putting out notice that quality rappers can come from anywhere. His lyrical aptitude and smooth easy delivery combine to create ‘Going Up,’ a track that is all about vibe and confidence.

The flow allows the writing to shine, and the arrangement lets the emotions land with a deliberate force that many so-called hard-edged tracks, fail to achieve. Make no mistake this track has punch, it just happens to deliver it with unnecessary bluster or the false bravado that so many other tracks rely on to get their intent across.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Lauren Rintoul - Lost Art [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Lauren Rintoul takes us on a breakup journey though this isn’t necessarily a track about heart break and the ache afterward as much as it is the guilt and uncertainty of being the one to end it and wondering if you did the right thing.

’Lost Art’ is an emotive and honest look at knowing you aren’t in love but also wanting to be a good decent person and handle the break up in the right way. Delivered in a tender, singer/songwriter kind of way the song is easily relatable.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Glo Laila - Deal [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The rhythm of the beat hit me first and then Glo Laila’s soft and vulnerable vocals took over as the driving force of the track. ‘Deal’ is a relationship song that puts the prospect of love on legal terms with a contract and set of rules that unfortunately rarely if ever applies toa affairs of the heart. And the realization that there are no guarantees in love ahs left us all feeling as vulnerable as this track feels. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ La on Lock Blogger

Mati - Life Notes [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track from Mati is exactly what the title says it is — ‘Life Notes.’ Delivered in a smooth easy groove about the ebbs and flows of life and the emotions we all deal with on a day to day basis the track simply hits.

I’m tempted to call this easy listening Hip-Hop, but only because it is delivered in a calm, steady flow that is easy to fall in on. Some might confuse the term easy-listening for boring elevator music, but this track is anything but boring. It is real and genuine and speaks straight to the human condition. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

R3HAB x INNA - Rock My Body [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“R3HAb and INNA team up to put a new unique spin on Sash!’s iconic 90s hit ‘Ecuador.’ The build and beat are the same, though the vocals and lyrical build make this feel like a completely different song.

’Rock My Body’ is a high energy Dance Pop track with one foot in the past and one solidly here in the present. No the track isn’t reinventing anything, but it is highly danceable and a groove you will fall in on quickly.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Filippa Borgman - Broken Man & A Shoe [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Written in the height of Covid lockdowns amid a landscape of widespread global depression, Filippa Borgamn gives us a story of sorrow that rings not only as plausible, but outright believable.

’Broken Man & A Shoe’ takes elements from Elton John, Folk, and Pop to create a track that is as full of life as it is sadness. This is a song of the human condition created by a talented artist that transcends any one genre or style to create an artful and meaningful emotional response.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Killa Kid - Don't Do That (feat. Dar’Neisha) [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“When Killa Kid comes in with his flow the passion, anger, intensity, and confidence all land with a deliberate force to fully impact the listener. The backing vocals set up those emotions well on this track about keeping it real when those who once talked shit and hated on your dream come slithering out once you find success as if they’ve been there by your side all along.

’Don’t Do That’ holds this brand of coward accountable for their BS and the intensity of the delivery will have you feeling it deep inside your chest.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Ben Alexander x Arya - Rush [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Electro R&B anyone?

Okay, so that isn’t exactly an official genre, but if it was ‘Rush’ from Ben alexander and Arya would top the charts right now. With a smooth, almost early 90s synth vibe, and a classic R&B vocal groove the track blends not only genres, but eras of music and still somehow feels contemporary and fresh in doing so. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Omar Rudberg - She Fell In Love In The Summer [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“ Swedish songsmith, Omar Rudberg might not be on your radar yet, but he should be. ‘She Fell In Love That Summer’ is songwriting at its best, an emotional movie unfurled in under three minutes.

The delivery is emotive and powerful and sweeps the listener up and along. There are a million love inspired songs, so it is never easy to create another that takes you for the same up and down ride relationships often do, but Rudberg has certainly delivered on this track.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Aiida - Stupid Perfect [music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Aiida unleashes a Pop gem with ‘Stupid Perfect.’ The energetic track is about second guessing a new love as that initial phase of euphoria slides into a warped brand of logic where you begin to ask yourself ... is this real? What am I missing? Nobody is this nice all the time.

Call it the Too Good To Be True Syndrome in musical form. And Aiida deliver the track with a fun tempo and melodic build that almost contradicts the mind games she’s plating on herself with self doubt. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Kriswitak - MAYBE IM TOO HIGH [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Most of us have had to hit pause and wonder out loud ... “Maybe I’m Too High,” ourselves at some point in our life. This track is the soundtrack for all those moments. The delivery hits with solid timing and an emotive tone but this really is like a conversation with a friend when both of you are just a little bit, or maybe a lot of bit, messed up. A fun track for fun times. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

N.R.M.N - Ending [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“The sample sets the tone for the artist to hop onto this track with his distinct voice and carry us along a lyrical ride of story telling and melody. The hook is easy to remember and catchy. Mix that with the memories of dead pop culture icons being mentioned throughout the second verse and you have a gumbo of everything musically tasteful.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Glorybots -Timeless [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“This song reminds me of every 90s movies I ever watched on MTV. It’s a feel good song with strong, live instrumentation and trancy vocals. Classic 90s rock feel. The harmonies help carry the song and bring out the emotion of the track. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Harmless -As I Lay Chillin [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The chords pull at your heart strings from the time the song starts. Once the vocalist enters into the picture you’re taken on a way on a musical acid trip. I can see myself floating through the sky as the harmonies and taps of the snare carry me away. Feel good music at its finest.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Zack Keim - Better Days [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This song gives me California beach vibes. I can hear that track on any wave rider’s early morning playlist. Its a free spirited tune with 70s nostalgia written all over. Simple but catchy lyrics. Simply croony, vocals.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

APE x William Singe - She's in my Head [Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“The song bangs from the jump. Sultry, smooth vocals over a techno-ish, pop style beat. Catchy hook and a tune that is sure to get you to the dance floor by the end of the song.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Lill Primo - Hellbound [Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“ I immediately felt like I was in Los Angeles as soon as the track came on. Classic West Coast banger. Simple production and unorthodox almost off beat cadence. The artist rides the pockets of the beat skillfully. Lil Primo is definitely an artist to be on the look out for. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

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Scott Candlish -New Day [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I’m usually not a fan of long intros, but the masterful composition at the beginning of this song draws you right into the enchanting vocals of the lead singer. Modern folk tune with hints of 90s rock fusion. The harmonies on the chorus add a dimension of smoothness to this otherwise raw track. Even the unexpected falsettos in the second verse compliment what this song already is, a great listen. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Thonio & Dj Kefran - Vapors [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I love when artist grab your ear and attention from second 0.01 of the song; mellow flow while still drawing you into the story being told by the artist. The artists transitions easily from croony, melodic vocals to cleverly written lyrics sure to keep the listener in tune. Great summer vibe to add to your playlist”

— Kreadiv [LA On Lock Blogger]

Waves_On_Waves x Sonic - Shades Of Blue Keep Staring [Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“I could hear this song on the soundtrack of any 90s rom com movie. Its smooth yet still pushed out energy over the riffs of the lead guitar and percussions. The effortless vocals of the lead singer carries the listener through the entirety of the song. The artist and band mesh like they were put together by the music Gods themselves. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]