Damien McFly - I'm getting older [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Italian singer/songwriter, Damien McFly wrote ‘I’m Getting Older’ as a letter to his younger life. The track is meant to mark his feeling ten years into his music career and despite the personal nature of the track the lyrics have a broader relevance we can all understand and appreciate.

Life’s journey is fraught with ups and downs, and we all need to take some time to celebrate the growth and miles we’ve put behind us. This song does a great job and I dare you to listen because we all should take stock of our lives from time to time. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

RYN SCOTT - Moments [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Ryn Scott offers up an sweeping track with ‘Moments.’ You can hear the influence of his native Michigan in the cadence and songwriting. This is part hype track and part reflective warning. We all hav eto take a moment and pay attention this one life we are living and this song is a reminder to do exactly that.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Joshua Golden - The Moon Is A Spaceship [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Loving someone and watching them struggle with mental health issues is a gut-wrenching thing to do. Joshua Golden highlights the track with a touch of wry humor and a whole universe worth of compassion. ‘The Moon Is A Spaceship’ takes a tangible look at a journey fraught with pitfalls and dangers, but man is it absolutely full of humanity.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Alba Rose - Sunshine [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Alba Rose unleashes some ‘Sunshine’ with her Neo-Soul single. The hard drum beat did get in the way for me at times but her smooth vocals still carried the day and I could feel the golden warmth of the sun on my face as I listened to her performance. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Caroline Romano - Born To Want More [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Dreaming helps keep us all alive and hopeful but when those dream never quite come to fruition or always feel out of reach we lose hope. Caroline Romano dives into the resulting emotions with her track, ‘Born To Want More.’

This Alt Pop track highlights her tender vocal vulnerability as well as her songwriting prowess. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Eastcliff - Kaleidoscope {Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This track starts as a melancholic slow burn about the end of a relationship, but the build follows the same pattern most of us go through post breakup. So as the song build it shifts in tone to a more hopeful array of emotions.

Eastcliff does a great job of allowing the emotions to dictate the pace and build. ‘Kaleidoscope’ is a journey and one well worth taking.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Emeryld - Lights Camera Baby! [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Emeryld wrote ‘Lights Camera Baby’ with Slush Puppy after a messy breakup and even messier relationship.

She explains the motivation well. “We were two girls in the same friend group which led to us feeling like local bar celebrities, turning heads and sparking controversy, when in reality, it was just embarrassing and narcissistic to think we were anything serious but a spectacle, mirroring and magnifying each other’s issues.”

This track billed by the artist as a ... gay “cry in the club” song, was inspired by the sound today’s top Pop divas. Emeryld can stand proudly among them as she unleashes her truths in a vulnerable yet confidant way that showcases her talents.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Crhymes - Trouble Maker (ft. Eminem) [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Crhymes enlists the talent of Slim Shady to deliver ‘Trouble Maker.’ Crhymes, is a Latino Rapper hailing from San Diego, California. The a former member of the rap duo the COR and respected freestyler is a frequent collaborator of some of the biggest names in Rap.

This track with Eminem hots hard and takes no prisoners in its fight with the wack MCs of the world. Keep an eye out for his latest project titled, ‘Thuggery: A Near Death Experience,’ which features Snoop Dogg, Bizzy Bone & Layzie Bone to name a few talents. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

PTK LOTHBROOK - SELL THE LAND [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“PTK Lothbrook comes directly at the listener on this track and the in your face beat and delivery catches fire as a result. ‘Sell The Land,’ was written out of the anguish and emotions of a divorce and the lyrical power hits. The flow has some Pop style, though that does not diminish the intricacy and timing of the Rap delivery so the artist did a great job of managing this tricky performance.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

The Real Mack The Knife - Rio Magic [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This time of year we all begin to dream of a warm escape to sit on sandy beaches under a warm sun. ‘Rio Magic’ from The Real Mack The Knife just might be the next best thing.

The light, airy tone and exotic glow of the track makes it easy to close your eyes and imagine you are heading out for a night in Rio, or at least sitting on the beach imagining one. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jake Dillon - Camp out at Wal (Mart) [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jake Dillon has the ability to hook listeners with one or two words. This emotive delivery is a strength of his work though you can’t dismiss the writing which has that simple, yet poignant quality that hooks the audience with its relatability.

’Camp out at Wal-Mart’ is a song about the personal journey that is life and it drips with humanity in all the best ways. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Already Legends x Freddy River - Smooth Water River (feat. Sam Tate, SavageSpitFlamez, Squad, L.O.E. BOOG & billy winters) [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This track’s intro didn’t do much for me, but once that flow hit around the :25 mark I was in and sailing right along.

The smooth delivery of the various flows held me, and the writing had some nice lyrical punches that landed with precision and talent. Already Legends teams with Freddy River and a bunch of other talents to create a nice tranquil Trap track that is as inviting and silky as a cruise down ‘Smooth Water River.’ ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Cooper Phillip - One Sweet December Night [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“If you are looking for a bit of fresh Holiday Pop then let me present to you, ‘One Sweet December Night,’ from Cooper Phillip.

The track has an almost 80’s Pop vibe and the uplifting, fun lyrical build pulls you along like Santa’s magical sleigh. Give me this on repeat instead of the worn our Mariah Carey song any day of the week.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Lia Menaker - Christmas at Home [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Tis the season! Christmas is full f the same old tired and worn out songs, so why not add some new music to your holiday playlists? Lia Menaker gives us a good one to add with ‘Christmas at Home.’

This track starts with a nice up tempo beat and utilizes it for most of the song. The lyrics are fun and the performance energetic and uplifting. A good vibe to go out and do some shopping, or sit by the fire with a warm beverage in hand.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Gabe Lopez - Long Road [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Gabe Lopez is a successful musician but you might not yet be aware of this solo work. As a music producer for RuPaul’s Drag Race, Belinda Carlisle, platinum KPOP artists and more, Lopez has already made a mark in the musical landscape, and now this new track , ‘Long Road,’ might elevate this talented artist to even greater heights.

The song has an haunting, heavy quality that makes the emotions inescapable. A track that means more with each listen, this is a song that has a timeless sound and appeal.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Devyn Rush - Christmas Everyday [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“It’s almost impossible to create an entirely original Christmas song and still have it sound festive. Devyn Rush leaned into a nostalgic musical arrangement but definitely put a nice Contemporary spin on the lyrics of ‘Christmas Everyday.’

The result is a nice festive track that feels new enough without straying to far from the sound and style we expect for Christmas music.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Tom Mackell - Where the Wild Things Go [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Tom Mackell is a songwriter with a country sound though not that Mainstream pablum that comes out of corporate Nashville. Mackell fits in the Alt Country/Americana scene that is ripe with good music. ‘Where The Wild Things Go’ has sort of a Flatland Cavalry vibe for fans looking for a comparison.

This is an emotive, strongly written track performed with an emotive style that pulls the listener along for the full ride.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Temptress -What Would You Do [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“London artists have a distinct sound that I really like. This R&B duo’s video fuses an upbeat yet contemporary vibe, though they linger on the hook a bit too long. Still, it’s a cool retro visual paired with a good sound.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Tha Crown - Blessing (feat. Playerrways) [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“This track is a celebration of life’s victories, big and small, with Tha Crown’s gritty verses complementing Playyerways smooth flows, creating a refreshing dynamic. Everyday alive is a blessing! ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

LEWIS FITZGERALD - EASY [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“South London artist, Lewis Fitzgerald is a rising star. We;ve featured him before and his name is starting to pop up in more and more places. Easy’ is Fitzgerald’s latest single and it continues to showcase his versatility and talent.

I won’t claim this is my favorite track from him, but “Easy’ is a good song. Perhaps a bit glossier than I personally favor, but this London artist is capable of grittier music with a sharper edge as well, and this more Commercial offering will certainly find eager listeners. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger