Beks - Think About It [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Temptation lurks in the shadows for us all and Australian songstress, Beks takes on temptation with her latest single, ‘Think About It.’

For me the track is the antitheses of Miley’s hit ‘Flowers.’ the vibe has the same brand of independence though instead of a using that as a brand of revenge this track is about resistance.

The vocal talent and funky groove is pure Pop perfection, and I fully expect to hear this track all over the place in the coming months. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Libby Whitehouse - OMG [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Libby Whitehouse unleashed this energetic Pop track and it is exactly the kind of song that catches fire and goes viral. ‘OMG’ has a catchy hook that we can all song along to and the infectious beat transports us to a different time and place as we lose the world around us for a few minutes.

A fun song to throw your head back and sing along as you move to the beat.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Doppe & Kokke - Run To Me [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This Deep House track from Doppe & Kokke has a slowish build over the first minute which fits the genre. The track sets a mood and vibe quite nicely and the smooth clean production is without a single misstep. The vocal performance is every bit as engaging and the emotional side of the track builds in a tangible way carrying the listener along for an exquisite journey. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

DUUNES - Emotional Damage [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“it is tough to hear the term ‘Emotional Damage’ and not think of the internet meme voice, but DUUNES quickly transcends that stigma with this powerfully written song. THe soaring arrangement and strong Indie Rock edge erase the voice from my head and carry me away with a set of meaningful lyrics that hits right at the heart.

I’ve given this single a few listens and with each one I feel more connected to the track. Songwriting as it should be!”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Bad Flamingo - Fast [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Few bands ride in with the level of intrigue, mystery, and seduction of Bad Flamingo. The black hats, masks, and sultry lack of buttons fastened on their shirts instills some of that, but the air of enigma is just as prevalent in their dark and sultry songwriting and delivery.

Bad Flamingo are fast creating an unmistakable brand and their latest single ‘Fast,’ is but another example of their intuitive power to give the world sjtu what it needs from them. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Review

StillJune - Moves [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“StillJune gives us an uplifting track of hope in ‘Moves.’ The emotion and writing hit for me on this track, though I did crave more variation to the cadence and vocal arrangement.

That said, the passion in the delivery and strong writing along with the talent made this a track that spoke directly to me.

This is definitely a song you can feel.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

ZIMMx - We Gonn Be Alright [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“ZIMMx will draw some comparisons to Post Malone and while that is an apt place to put this track it would be a disservice to dismiss this track as derivative. The overall sound is original and fresh and the two voices blend and build to make this track soar emotionally. An easy groove to ride and feel makes ‘We Gonn Be Alright’ standout from the fray and I expect this to be a track on the playlist you share with your significant other. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jon Vinyl - Clouds [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Jon Vinyl knows how to utilize the slow burn to get his point across. ‘Clouds’ offers a touch of nostalgia in a Contemporary R&B vibe that simmers and sizzles in the best possible ways. The emotions in tangible and the performance spot on. Add this to that playlist you go to when the lights are dim and the body next to yours is inviting. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

John Conlin - Love Me Just a Little [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“You up?

This the cliche of middle of the nigh wantonness and the idea of John Conlin’s latest single, ‘Love Me Just A Little.’

The track avids the cliche and delves into the emotions of wanting a bit more than a middle of the night booty call. The single builds along the way and the chorus is one that you will be joining in to sing along with especially during the backhalf of the track.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

LVRBOY - 16 [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“LVRBOY takes us on a nostalgic ride back in time with ‘16.’ All those first magical experiences are impossible to duplicate and the further we get from them the more we romanticize such memories. This track delivers that gut punch of remembrance and my only real critique is I wanted so much more as the track felt super short barely cracking the two minute mark. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Casino Havana - All For Nothing [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Casino Havana delivers this track with energetic Indie Rock energy and commitment. “All For Nothing’ is an anthem of jumping headfirst into the fray and both the sound and passion come through to sell that ideal.

This is modern Rock with intent and passion. The music and the vocals are dead on in that pursuit. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Eleven Point Two - Out of the Noise [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The synth heavy intro and overall arrangement lends this track an 80’s vibe though the vocal edge and emotions feel decidedly contemporary. Eleven Point Two is the creative name for a pair of talented brothers originally from Michigan but now working out of the LA area.

THe track has that timeless sound that only Rock music can really find and the writing is sharp so each listen unveils a new nuance to ponder. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Gonsofus - Vanilla Blue

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This funky little number comes straight out of Slovakia. And perhaps that is why the sound is so tough to categorize. Ther eis a retro vibe the energetic arrangement but also a Contemporary emotional thread that captivated me. Gonsofus is a track that layers in the sounds and feeling and when the female vocals hit I knew I was hooked in for the full ride. GIve the quirky number that is ‘Vanilla Blue’ a shot and I think you’ll become a mit mesmerized as well.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Cloe Wilder - Fake ID [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Seventeen is a sandwich year. The euphoria that comes with the freedom of a driver’s license has faded and the big bastion of adulthood, eighteen, is still off on the distant horizon so it is no wonder seventeen is the time or restlessness and yearning.

’Fake ID,’ by Cloe Wilder captures this with Pop perfection.

The track, and accompanying video, are fun and entertaining, but they also harbor a hint of darkness as the naiveness of childhood is pushed aside by the hungry lust for adulthood.

Of course everything in this world comes with a price which most of us do not learn until it is too late. This track layers int he fun and the the education these experiences give us as we transition in life.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

ANIKK - I Don't Wanna Lose Myself [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Twenty-three year old Swiss artist, ANIKK gives us an Alt Pop ode to co-dependency with her track, ‘I Don’t Wanna Lose Myself.’

Co-dependency gets a bad rap and I get why, but most of us find ourselves there at some point in life and when it’s good it’s great. Of course the wheels an come off at anytime and that is always scary.

The blend of emotions from such an intense relationship, vulnerability, hope, faith, love, lust, fear, and joy are all lurking here on this artful track and the performance makes you feel every last one of them.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Bllaine x Jaime Deraz - Save Me In Your Heart [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A light, energetic track that feels like the kind of song that can make a big summer splash. The tones shine and sparkle and the vocals bring an optimistic warmth that all combine to make this feel like one of those warm summer evenings where anything is possible.

The duo of Bllaine and Jaime Deraz bring this one to life in a tangible way.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Stela Cole - Die Hard [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Stela Cole has a smoky brand of vocals that are emotive and powerful yet still vulnerable and sultry at times. There is a hint of gravel that reminded me of Miley but the overall style felt unique enough for Cole to avoid any direct comparisons.

’Die Hard’ is about those bad or at least flawed relationships that are never quite destructive or absolute enough for a clean end and break so it begins to feel like a bad loop of break-ups and make-ups. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Dayna Reid - This House [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This track from Canadian artist, Dyna Reid leans more into the Mainstream Country sound than I usually connect with, though her rich vocal tone and earnest lyrics kept me invested in the build. ‘This House’ doesn’t break a ton of new ground, though it is delivered with solid talent and rises above the fray by feeling genuine and honest which has long been the bastion of good Country music.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Garrett Zoukis - Senses [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“The writing and premise of this track captivated me from the start. LA rapper Garrett Zoukis delivers this one with a steady low-key flow that did leave me craving an escalation, but still managed to hold my attention and focus despite that rising sense being absent from the track.

’Senses’ is about the way our five senses shape our memories of a person and how any one of them can conjure those memories back to the forefront of our minds. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jade LeMac - Narcissistic [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“There are a ton of songs dealing with Toxic relationships, but most are delivered from a victim’s point of view and deal with the idea of emerging on the other side.

Jade LeMac gives us an entirely different take. Told from a ‘Narcissistic’ POV, LeMac gives us the adrenaline rush. The thrill of knowing something is wrong and doing it anyway. LeMac evokes a wry bit of irreverence in this ode to passion.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger