Dead Rose - Losing Oxygen (ft. Stella Smyth) [Music Review]

Rating: 2.5 out of 5

“This track is a classic example of so many submission we receive here at LA on Lock. There is clear and obvious vocal talent, and even the arrangement has musical potential, the overall track lacks a clean production and build.

From a few pauses and skips that at least felt unintentional, to the mix, which left the vocals feeling too distant at times this track just didn’t quite realize its full potential for me. And yet, I can tell the artistry and talent it is simply a matter of getting it all put together in a tidier package.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

SABAI - Are You Happy Now (feat. Linney) [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“SABAI teams up with Linney to bring this track to life. ‘Are You Happy Now’ is a Future Bass track with clear Pop influence.

The lingering ghosts of past relationships can haunt us all and it is normal to sometimes wonder where they are now and if they are happy. I suppose what we want for that other person all depends how things ended but this track does a great job of allowing us to feel both sides of a complex array of emotions. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Alex Kade x Mikara x HASHON - Metamorphosis [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“After forming an online freindship, this trio of talented artists finally got together to collaborate and create this engaging track.

’Metamorphosis’ was inspired by their collective experiences in abusive relationships and the track captures the emotions well for the genre without sacrificing the energy and builds you’d expect from a Future Bass offering such as this.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Wurme - Fading (feat. 9B49) [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A big and bold theatrical track brimming with talent, emotion, and a build that makes it hard to turn away.

The buzz effect did grow stale for me at times, but the vocal tone and engaging lyrical build overcame that for me.

This is a song to feel, so close your eyes, lean back and let it wash over you as it climaxes toward a satisfying end.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Slander x Trivecta - A Better World (ft. Chris Howard) [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Slander teams up with Trivecta and Chris Howard to create this uplifting Future Bass track.

’A Better World’ is a clean and direct kind of track that feeds the soul with positivity. I can see the track as the backing for a movie montage, or it is a nice addition to a motivational playlist to get you inspired and ready to take on the world. ”

— 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

Morgan Lane - All In My Head (feat. Bailey Jehl) [Music Review]

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

Riton - Sugar (feat. Soaky Siren) [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“GRAMMY winner RITON returns with an energetic dancefloor banger that samples 50 Cents ‘Candy Shop’ and offers the vocal talents of rising Rap star Soaky Siren. The beat is infectious and the ‘Sugar’ oh so sweet on this EDM/Hip-Hop blending vibe.

A track sure to get listeners moving and singing along by the first chorus, no matter how you want to categorize this genre being single.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Digitalz - Ritual [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“With a theatrical build and a slow vocal build, ‘Ritual’ is the combined effort of Parisian duo Adrien & Thibault who are known together as Digitalz. The track unfolds like a well written Electro Pop story with the music and production conveying as much emotion as the lyrics and vocal performance. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Rich Miller - Atmosphere [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Rick Miller drops a new single, ‘Atmosphere’ which is the kind of track that simply feels right for the moment. The big Future Bass production offers hope and encouragement in for what many is a dark time. The build and progression offer reassurance without resorting to any sort of cheap gimmicks, just a steady determination that mirrors what we all need right now.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Maple St. - Rockstar (Remix by CakeKnife) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I am not familiar with the original mix, though when I heard Cakeknife’s remix of Male St.’s ‘Rockstar,’ I was instantly captivated.

The energy and build of the track is perfectly matched to the emotional thread of the lyrics. The vocal performance also delivers an emotive gut punch that hits you hard and overwhelmingly. This is a good song brought further to life by an engaging production.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

FRU x Aymee Weir - Love Always Ends In Goodbye [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“An emotional break up song with well-produced melody and beat. The vocals here are soft and tender, and truly bring out the power of the words. With one foot in the world of EDM, and another in the more commercial vibe of Pop music, ‘Love Always Ends in Goodbye’ is a track that will resonate across multiple genres to engage listeners with a sharp distinct sound.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Mia Vaile - Chasing California [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“California has long been associated with the idea of chasing Golden Dreams, but for anyone eager to take that leap, there comes an underlying fear of failure.

Mia Vaile captures that trepidation with her dark and gritty track, ‘Chasing California.’ The vocal performance is haunting and beautiful, and a touch sorrowful, while the beat and production qualities of the track bring out the emotion with build perfectly instep with Indie Electronic genre. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Rouno - On My Way (feat. Chris Yoon) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track is a Future Bass love letter written to a distant lover. An ode to the longing inspired by a long-distance relationship, the track brings an emotional resonance. The beat and melody are soft for the most part, with enough build to make the track interesting and engaging. The production, lyrics, and vocal performance compliment each other to create a seamless, emotional thread.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Hovzter - Left Me Broken (Remix by Dachaio & JAGGE) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A tender vulnerable voice launches in from the beginning and it is in the softness of that voice that the emotional attachment first forms. The production here is subtle but a perfect match to the performance and lyrics. The beat is as gripping as the vocal tone making this a complete track that you will want to listen to over and over gain because the vulnerability of the song is one that we can all relate to unfortunately and this mix does a masterful job of making us feel every nuance. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Hemlock - Falling Down [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The production on this track is as spot on as the beat. A pleasing electronic melody adds to the emotion of the lyrics providing a nice balance between a talented set of vocals, and an uplifting lyrical refrain to the chorus. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

WizG - Do Or Die (feat. Denny White) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A well -written song that delivers genuine emotion, and a solid drop to bring it all home. A single that speaks to us all. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Me an Di - Hiatus [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Born in LA rush hour traffic, ‘Hiatus’ is an high energy pop single about that moment in a relationship where it is either time to break free and breath on your own, or double down and commit.

The track is lively with a dance energy and infectious vocals.

For those near LA the single release show will be November 8th at 10 pm at Hotel Cafe.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

KLIPR - Running Back [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Nicely produced, ‘Running Back’ balances captivating vocals, and a perfect beat pairing to bring out the emotion of the lyrics.

KLIPR delivers the goods with this thumping single! ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Man vs Monkey - DGAF* [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This song is just fun. Sure it’s about cheating and remorse, but the video and lyrics provide insta-revenge and in a perfect world, all would-be broken hearts would be dealt with so easily.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)