Kingston & Greystarr -Forgive Me Santa [Review] January 04, 2024 by Kreadiv Kesh in Indie Rock, Holiday Rating: 4 out 5 “Whether naughty or nice this is a song you can really rock with.”Forgive Me Santa” is a coming of age song that will boost your spirits while creating its on lane of holiday music. This is truly a Holiday Rock song that will even put Santa in a groove. This is a good track especially for the people who love Christmas music year round.” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Maxine Linehan - This Time of Year [Review] December 24, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Holiday, Music Rating: 3 out of 5 “The song has a nice yet sad ballad. The holidays can be tough but Maxine Linehan turns her memories into a song. When the vocal range changes it pulls you in more with her emotions. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Just Steve- You Made My List [Music Video Review] December 24, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Holiday, Hip-Hop, Conscious Rating: 2 out of 5 “I don’t know; I was on the boarder line with this. Then I found myself fast forwarding. Something is missing that didn’t allow this song to resonate with me despite the dope video. I still am going to share it with others because it highlights fatherhood. Also, someone on our platform may like it.” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Aroshanti -Jingle Bells OM [Review] December 18, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Holiday Rating: 4 out of 5 “This is a peaceful chilled Christmas song. Aroshanti turns a classic, Jingle Bells, into a meditative alternative. Jingle Bells OM relaxes your mind with an infused flute sound as you prepare for the holidays. This is an example of a good sample / remake. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Sis PS- Why Not (It's Christmas) [Review] December 13, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Holiday Rating: 3 out of 5 “This song is different from most Christmas songs. I like the pop melody but it is a little fast paced. However, I know that is only to build excitement. I see this song being placed in more movies more so musicals.” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Dennis van Aarssen -Until Next Christmas [Review] December 06, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Holiday Rating: 3 out of 5 “Dennis Van Aarssen’s song will get anyone excited about Christmas. The clapping, the fast paced melody and the energy he has gives the song a retro sound. It reminds you of the bands that would sing on television during show specials.” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Savannah Lancaster -What Are You Doing New Years Eve. [Review] December 06, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Holiday, Jazz Rating: 3 out of 5 “I like how Savannah Lancaster has a 70s vocal tone. Her delivery is very classic over the piano melody for this holiday season. The Jazz sets the tone for a romantic yet chill holiday vibe. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
PYRO - Maybe It's The Season [Music Review] December 06, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “Few things bring out vivid memories like the Holidays. This track from PYRO captures that feeling and the need to reconnect many of us feel quite well. ’Maybe It’s the Season’ is not an overtly Holiday track in sound, but the message resonates and the talent makes you feel the emotions every step of the way.” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
Michael Costantini - What Christmas Is For [Music Review] December 04, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday, Soul Rating: 4 out of 5 “Christmas is a time for nostalgia, reflection, and of course sharing the love. Michael Costantini delivered all three with his track ‘What Christmas Is For.’ Musically, the track falls somewhere between a vintage Rock vibe and Retro Soul, while the lyrics feel entirely contemporary and festive. This is the fresh new Holiday track I needed this year!” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
Kristopher James - Merry Christmas, Baby [Music Review] December 02, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Coming with a Retro Soul groove, Kristopher James drops a Holiday groove for us all to enjoy. Spike the eggnog, add a splash of cheer to the hot cocoa and grab your baby in a tight embrace. Then dance together in the kitchen in your stockinged feet while the kids sleep away dreaming of Santa. This one is a vibe! ” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
Joel Havea - Feels like July [Music Review] November 26, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday Rating: 4 out of 5 “Christmas down under hits a bit different, given December 25th rolls around smack in the middle of summer time. Joel Havea unfurls this smooth throwback arrangement with a bit of Christmas cheer under the sun from down Australian way. Like a stroll along the beach, this is a smooth trip with the sand beneath your toes and the sun shining down on your shoulders.” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
Zachary Aldana - Christmas Isn't Canceled (Just You) November 25, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday, Contemporary R&B, Commercial Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “This Christmas track has a retro vibe arrangement wise, but is pure contemporary in the lyrical build. A fun, easy to sing along track with a do-wap type vibe. There is a hint of humor in Zachary Aldana’s delivery, as well as the lyrical vibe. ’Christmas Isn’t Canceled (Just You)’ is a holiday breakup song of not letting the past wear your down. ” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
NEAVV - All I Want For Christmas Is Me [Music Review] November 25, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday, Pop Rating: 4 out of 5 “The Holidays acna be stressing for many reasons, and all those forced social interactions are certainly near the top of the list. NEAVV is direct and clear in what many of us want in ‘All I Want For Christmas Is Me.’ The track is a tongue-in-cheek ode to being left alone and not having to meet the demands and expectations of others.” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
Leo and The Lioness - Only Love [Music Review] November 16, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday Rating: 4 out of 5 “Leo and The Lioness bill this calm, tranquil track as a Christmas song and it certainly has the peace, love and happiness vibe that the holidays install. However, ‘Only Love’ is universal’ and applies to every day and season of the year. Sure the track mentions Christmas but really it felt bigger than that for me.The vocals are tight and kept me leaning in on the lyrical build. A song of hope and love. ” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
Rehya Stevens - Santa, Won't You Hurry? [Music Video Review] December 10, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Holiday Rating: 4 out of 5 “The holidays bring a certain sound and style musically that automatically puts us in the spirit. Rehya Stevens gives us an original Christmas track that still manages to hit these festive notes and tones. With a hint of a 50’s vibe ‘Santa, Won’t You Hurry’ has a nice balance of nostalgia and contemporary energy to bring it all to life. This is a track you will be playing for years to come.” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
Christina Jewell - Snow [Music Video Review] December 10, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Holiday Rating: 4 out of 5 “Holiday music often relies on cliché and overused refrains about the holidays, but Christina Jewell manages to avoid both while capturing the magical sensation that snow brings especially when we are kids waiting to avid school and head out into the sparkling wonderland. This track is soft and alluring and yes sensual but also has that wonderment that only ‘Snow’ can bring.” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
Arkells - Pub Crawl [Music Video Review] December 11, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Holiday Rating: 4 out of 5 “Arkells brings the energy of a reunion night on the town with longtime friends, and does it with a wry take on the traditional religious spin that often finds its way into Holiday music. This is a well-written track with shades of Elton John to the softer vocal style. It truly does feel like a good time with friends only we are all invited smile and dance our way into others inside jokes.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Blue Light Bandits - Every Day Is a Holiday [Review] November 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday Rating: 4 out of 5 “Just in time for the holidays, Blue Light Bandits come out with an energetic, uplifting single in ‘Every Day Is a Holiday.’ Though not specific to any particular season, the funky little groove and vibe here feels cheerful and magical which is something we all hope to feel this time of year.There is a definite tip fo the hat to John Mayer with the vocal style and production on this track, and the piano melody somehow reminds me of Charlie Brown and Snoopy in a nostalgic kind of way.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Micah Edwards - December 26 [Review] November 19, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday Rating: 4 out of 5 “A smooth crooners melancholic refrain, ‘December 26,’ is a an easy track to fall in to and unwrap. An ode to the day after the festivities, when we realize that spending time with family and connection has long been overshadowed by the pursuit of of the perfect gift and all of the commercial trappings that the season brings.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Olivia Deane - Christmas Without You [Review] November 13, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Holiday, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Olivia Deane delivers a nice soulful, yet appropriately melancholic vibe with this Holiday track about missing that special someone at Christmas time. ’Christmas Without You’ captures the emotion and sadness of missing the one you love and often those feeling are all the more acute as the Holidays set in.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)