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Bonfire - Tide Shadows (Feat. Ellysse Mason) [Music Review]

May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Folk, Alternative, Rock
“Bonfire joins forces with Ellysse Mason to give us ‘Tide Shadows.’ An emotional Indie Rock track with hints of Folk, the song features Mason’s haunting and vulnerable vocals as well as the added layers as the track builds to give it even more emotional depth and power.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
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Music, Indie Rock, Folk, Alternative, Rock
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    Roots of Creation - Move Along [Music Review]

    May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Reggae, Ska, Dance
    “Roots of Creation creates a feel good vibe with ‘Move Along.’ At least musically. Lyrically the track is more about dismissing the haters, the dead weight, the roadblocks in your way. There is certainly a freedom in that and the groove here has an uplifting vibe that makes it easy to believe you can simply shrug away all the negative people. Maybe we can. Let’s give it all a shot and simply let the good times roll over us. ”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
    rootsofcreation, movealong, laonlock
    Music, Reggae, Ska, Dance
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      Clara Lars - Better [Music Review]

      May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Alternative, Pop, Music
      “Clara Lars is a rising star and ‘Better’ is the latest track to showcase her incredible talent. This Alt Pop track explores the end of a complicated relationship and the idea that we can all emerge on the other side of difficulties with as a an improved version of ourselves if we take the lessons and avoid repeating them.”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
      claralars, better, laonlock
      Alternative, Pop, Music
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        autolemy - Be Someone - [Music Review]

        May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Pop, Bedroom
        “autolemy is a producer, songwriter and author taking a fresh approach to expressing his art via multiple mediums. Releases his albums with fully integrated novels, each novel has an accompanying album of original songs that complement scenes from the book.

        Be Someone is the second song from autolemy’s second album/novel ‘Assisting Fate’ - which released alst month.

        The song is soulful and smooth and even without the accompanying story lands with skill and precision because of the talent and emotion.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
        autolemy, deza, besomeone, laonlock
        Music, Neo-Soul, Pop, Bedroom
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          Yestrdy - Awful Lot [Music Video Review]

          May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap
          “Carrying the mantle of talent out of Compton, Yestrdy delivers a flow that lands somewhere between Kendrick and Yelawolf in style for the track, ‘Awful Lot.’

          Lyrically the track is about getting older and wiser and realizing the place you are might not align with where society expects you to be by a certain age. But it might be perfect for how you feel on the inside. This is a track about being true to yourself and who you are.”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
          testrdy, awfullot, laonlock, LAReview
          Music, Rap
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            PØRTERS - The Thrill [Music Review]

            May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Rock
            “The PØRTERS are putting the fun in dysfunction with their latest track, ‘The Thrill.’ This hard edged song tips its hat to classic rock but feels fresha nd new while doing so. Crazy can be thrilling for a time and knowing you are in a relationship doomed to explode comes with its own brand of adrenaline that this song taps into for a fast paced thrill ride.”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
            PØRTERS, thethrill, laonlock
            Music, Alternative, Rock
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              Sorry, Peach - why are you so scared? [Music Review]

              May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Alternative, Pop, Rock
              “Sorry, PEach gives us a tranquil Indie track with tender vulnerable vocals early on to truly hook the listener emotionally. ‘Of course the question ‘why are you so scared?’ ... to love me, is one only asked when you find yourself in a vulnerable position so the feel is perfectly matched with the early lyrical build.

              Sorry, Peach elevates the track and lets the music do more of the heavy lifting as the frustration takes over for the back half of the track. A masterfully crafted song.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
              sorrypeach, whyareyousoscared?, laonlock
              Music, Indie Rock, Alternative, Pop, Rock
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                Pluto Outerspace - "Sorry 4 The Space" [Music Review]

                April 28, 2025 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music, Autotune, Rap

                The first track, 'Divine Technique', on Pluto Outerspace 'Sorry 4 the Space' album eases you in slowly. You’ll find yourself twiddling your fingers to the airy, futuristic melody before Pluto even touches the mic — but when he does, it locks in. The intro feels intentional, setting a spacey tone that carries through the whole project. Pluto uses a few lyrical samples here and there, but they blend so well with his flow and production that you barely notice — he puts his own spin on everything he touches.

                One thing that stands out is how each song title feels like an invitation. It’s almost impossible not to want to click just to see what vibe he’s about to serve. When I saw 'Don Julio', I expected a club banger — something loud and rowdy — but Pluto surprised me with a more mellow, almost hypnotic track that leans more into groove than hype.

                The production across 'Sorry 4 the Space' is clean but experimental, playing with spacey synths, quick drum patterns, and unpredictable beats. It feels futuristic without losing its energy. The songs are short, but it works — they’re perfect for quick TikTok trends, Instagram Reels, and getting stuck in your head.

                Overall, I’d call this album energetic, futuristic, and vibe-heavy. Pluto Outerspace really takes you somewhere else. It’s a quick trip, but every song gives you something you can rock out to, replay, and, most importantly, feel

                 
                April 28, 2025 /Kreadiv Kesh
                PlutoOuterspace, Sorry4TheSpace
                Music, Autotune, Rap
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                  aj - waterproof makeup [Music Review]

                  April 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop
                  “Sometimes you just need a good sad song. aj gives us that with ‘waterproof makeup,’ a theatrical ode to those dark angsty nights and times when we are wallowing in our feels.

                  The vocal performance is nuance and dripping with emotion. A Pop song with a sullen edge for allt hat the times that call for some self-reflection.”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  April 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                  aj, waterproofmakeup, laonlock
                  Music, Alternative, Pop
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                    ANNA VEE - Honesty [Music Review]

                    April 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
                    “ANNA VEE utilizes and raw emotive delivery to expres sherself on ‘Honestly.’ The soaring vocals do convery a genuine honesty in this ode to being true to yourself and your needs. No one can be happy until they are truly happy in their own skin and place in this world. At its heart that is what this track is about.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    April 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                    annavee, honesty, laonlock
                    Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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                      The Riverines - Get Out [Music Review]

                      April 17, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Rock
                      “The Riverines take us for an Alt Rock romp through a narrow hallway we’ve all traversed on ‘Get Out.’

                      We’ve all walked a path of familiarity because well it is the easy way to go. Trapped by our own comfort we take don;t strike off to explore or find the new that makes us grow we stick with what we know and in the ends it leads us nowhere.”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      April 17, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                      theriverines, getout, laonlock
                      Music, Alternative, Rock
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                        Carousel Blonde - Walls [Music Review]

                        April 13, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Rock, Indie Pop
                        “Carousel Blonde is a throwback in some ways as they have tapped intot he nostalgic style of 90s Alternative Rock, but they’ve managed to do so without sacrificing a contemporary edge. “Walls’ is a track that will turn your thoughts inwards as you think and process the lyrical power. This is a good thing because the song sticks to you long after its end.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        April 13, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                        carouselblonde, walls, laonlock
                        Music, Alternative, Rock, Indie Pop
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                          Emi Grace - Heart in a Cage [Music Review]

                          April 12, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock
                          “Emi Grace’s latest offering, ‘Heart in a Cage,’ is the first track off her debut EP, due out this summer. The song blends rock and pop with spectacular guitar work that helps us feel the angry defiant vibe in this ode to taking back your control in a toxic relationships.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          April 12, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                          emigrace, heartinacage, laonlock
                          Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock
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                            Kylie Rothfield x The Rare Occasions - Where The Diamonds Hide [Music Review]

                            April 12, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Folk, Indie Rock
                            “Kylie Rothfield is ready to take the unexpected path on ‘Where the Diamonds Hide.’ The track has an Indie Pop Folk vibe and was co-written and recorded with the band, The Rare Occasions.

                            This is one of those track you’ll swear you’ve heard before because it so seamlessly enters the musical landscape and will leave you ready for another listen as soon as you finish the first time.”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            April 12, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                            kylierothfield, therareoccasions, wherethediamondshide, laonlock
                            Music, Indie Pop, Folk, Indie Rock
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                              Mikayla Menzies - Misery [Music Review]

                              April 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Alternative, Pop
                              “Mikayla Menzies sings of ‘Misery’ on her latest track but for we listeners the experience is anything but miserable. The emotion comes though in the performance and yo can feel the anguish but I wouldn’t call this a depressing track. Instead it feels hopeful and optimistic in that fresh new start kind of way we all need from time to time.”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              April 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                              mikaylamenzies, misery, laonlock
                              Music, Indie Pop, Alternative, Pop
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                                David B Archibald - Stay Here Together(Live) [Music Review]

                                April 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Americana
                                “David B Archibald is a Scottish musician, but he wrote ‘Stay Here Together’ on the banks of a Georgia lake while pondering his future here in the USA.

                                This emotional ode has a hint of Chris Stapleton in the sound and feels real and gritty and the perfect soundtrack to play as you try and figure out your next move. ”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                April 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                davidbarchibald, stayheretogether, laonlock
                                Music, Singer/Songwriter, Americana
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                                  Gabrielle Grace x Cory Hale x Kinn - Intruder, Intruder [Music Review]

                                  April 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
                                  “Gabrielle Grace unveils a tender and emotional track about the struggle between hope and anxiety we all face. In reality, ‘Intruder, Intruder’ can be about anything threatening to consume and takeover your life. The nature of the performance feels vulnerable and real and allows for the listener’s mind to reflect on their own experiences and vulnerabilities. ”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  April 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                  gabriellegrace, coryhale, kinn, intruderintruder, laonlock
                                  Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
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                                    Arctic Wave - Ten or Twenty [Music Video Review]

                                    April 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Rock, Pop, Alternative, Rock
                                    “Life and time has a way of sneaking up on you and no matter how many years you;ve already seen there has to be a few things you had hoped to find or experience by now. That regret can pile on a person and weigh them downa nd Arctic Wave has captured that burden and sense of dread well with ‘Ten Or Twenty.’

                                    The video only helps sell the sentiments and emotions of this well conceived track meant to remind us all ... there’s still time.”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                    April 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                    arcticwave, tenortwenty, laonlock
                                    Music Videos, Indie Rock, Pop, Alternative, Rock
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                                      Rah Cashiano x Band boy x Capo DZ - Gang Activity [Music Review]

                                      April 09, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Trap
                                      “Rah Cashiano teams up with Band boy and Capo DZ to unleash some straight up ‘Gang Activity.’ Old school attitude and swagger harkens to a time when Hip-Hop didn’t shy away from getting in your face, or try to appeal to the masses with Pop sensibilities.

                                      The flow lands the lyrical punches without trying to be more than it needs to be to get the point across.”
                                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                      April 09, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                      rahcashiano, bandboy, capodz, gangactivity, laonlock
                                      Music, Hip-Hop, Trap
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                                        Chaz Marcus - All The Way Down [Music Review]

                                        April 08, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Deep House, Hip-Hop, Dance
                                        “Chaz Marcus incorporates a Tropical Dancehall vibe with a laidback Hip-Hop flow to give us ‘All The Way Down.’ Marcus is a versatile artist with a rich background and his roots in Spanish Harlem are present int he exotic mix that will get you in your feels while you feel compelled to move your hips.”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        April 08, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                        Chazmarcus, allthewaydown, laonlock
                                        Music, Deep House, Hip-Hop, Dance
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