Party Nails - Same Old Song [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“PArty Nails conjured memories of vintage Sheryl Crow for me on this track. Warm glowing vocals tell the story of looking for your former self out among the treesa nd coming to grips with who you are in the here and now.

The track rides the line between Indie Rock and more of a Songwriter/Americana vibe. The emion is nostalgic and poignant enough to hold the listener from the first listen, but there is certainly the depth to keep them coming back time and time again.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

R3HAB x Curley G x Crazy Donkey - Are You Happy Now [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A slow build helps sell the emotion of ‘Are You Happy Now,’ and the talented vocals mesh well within the tight clean production of the track. The EDM track has more of a melancholy vibe, but is still the kind of track you can move and feel as you do so.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

R3HAB x Jason Derulo - Animal [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This is a collaboration that will have plenty of eager fans ready to dive straight in. R3HAB teams with Jason Derulo to deliver ‘Animal.’

The track is about what you’d expect from two talented artists and the energy is palpable. Get out ont he floor and move or adds this one to those energetic playlists to get you motivated and moving.”

— 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

Jade LeMac - You're Not A God [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Jade LeMAc ahs that ‘It’ factor. It drips from her vocals and audio presence like a a sweet elixir that just might intoxicate you with a single drop.

From Jade ... “‘You’re Not A God’ is for that one person who thinks they’re better than everyone. We all know the type! It’s an anthem for the underdogs, and a big middle finger to those who think they can push people around.”

There is a hint of Billie Eilish in the attitude and tone but, LeMac’s talent shines on its won and this track delivers an edge and intricate build that hooks and compels you to hit repat and listen all over again. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Lily Kershaw - Depreshmode [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Lily Kershaw comes in with heartfelt and vulnerable vocals that reminded me of vintage Emmylou Harris.

’Depreshmode’ is as tenderly written as it is performed. The emotion and gritty realness of depression is perfectly rendered and delivered. A song that will speak to all of us that have experienced dark times and deep holes and kept on battling through to the other side.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Hana Lili - Small Talk [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Hana Lili hooked me from the onset on ‘Small Talk,’ an anthem for anxious over-thinkers everywhere.

Hana says, “I wrote ‘Small Talk’ because I realised it was something I find difficult sometimes, ‘Small Talk’ is a song about hiding behind small talk in conversation to avoid being vulnerable.”

Lili’s emotive vulnerability is what first drew me tot he track and with each listen I still feel it giving the track a lasting power and a permanent place of several of my playlists. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Katie Gregson-MacLeod - September [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The vocal prowess of Katie Gregson-MacLeod elevates this track and makes it impossible to skip ahead or drift away from her delivery. Lyrically the emotions are strong and tangible and the intricate delivery kept me leaning in and intrigued for what came next. This is one I will listen to for years to come as the combination of unique talent and human realness give it a timeless quality that will always speak to me. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Vicetone - The World Has A Heartbeat [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Dutch duo, Vicetone, drops this danceable EDM track but don’t let yourself think this is a catchy beat with throwaway lyrics. The tone is light and airy but there is genuine emotion at the heart and a spirit of home to the build and progression. This is the kind of track that really grows on you with each listen so add it to your playlists and dig in, because this song as well as ‘The World Has A Heartbeat,’ and if you listen in you will both hear and feel it. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Joshua Radin - This One's For [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Life on the road can be lonesome and tough, and here, Joshua Radin explores those emotions with his latest track, ‘The One’s For.’

Delivered in a Pop Folk style, the song emotes the love and gratitude for family and friends left behind, be it for a day a week or the duration of a long tour. A song of sentimental appreciation that is easy to connect to and will inspire thoughts about the people who are important to you.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

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The Scarlet Opera - Alive [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“The Scarlett Opera has a contemporary Queen feel to them in, that they do the unexpected and do it quite well and with purpose. No one quit compares to Freddy Mercury, but the vocals here soar and certainly deliver their own brand of standout talent that sweeps the listener up and into the build of the track.

Slightly theatrical, boldly Rock & Roll this is a band to invest in early so you can tell all your friends you hard them before the world caught on. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Forest Blakk - Give You Love [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“‘When you fall for someone you choose the good days along with the bad days. You invite all their crazy and amazing parts alike. With that, you give all the love you got in return. That’s what ‘Give You Love’ is all about. It’s accepting the people you love for all they are and loving them for it!’ – FOREST BLAKK

Sometimes as a reviewer it is best to get out of the way and let the artist tell you what the track is about. That said, this track is one that is intricately written and the emotion comes out even more with each and every listen. A song that paints a picture along with am emotional portrait of a love and relationship. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Estella Dawn - Orange [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Online dating can be an ugly mess but ‘Orange’ is all about a Tinder date going right. The writing and emotion shine making you feel as if you are right there feeling that spark of instant chemistry and Estella Dan’s vocals are the perfect vessel to let you sail away on these rare waters.

Magic can and does till happen for those patient and brave enough to wait it out. Both in the dating world, and in discovering new music. This song offers hope for both. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

YLM Forest. - Swerve [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Riding a tight production and sneakily tricky lyrics, YLM Forest. drops ‘Swerve’ on us. Short and to the point, the track has an easy groove to settle in and ride.

I did crave more to the track when it was over, but the talent and delivery work very well and I am eager to hear more from this artist. The trap beat is dialed in and perfect for the cadence of this flow.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock

Steven Curtis - Patience [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Steven Curtis captures a tender beautiful track about being patient with ourselves and not comparing our success or failures with others. This is especially tough to do in these the days of special media and instant gratification. The balance of being a responsible adult and chasing your dreams is a tough one to juggle and sometimes it does indeed take , ‘Patience.’ ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jake Hays - Dumb Shit [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Inspired by the dearth of originality in a social media driven world, Jake Hays delivers a heartfelt ode to trying to find your own inner peace and creativity in a copycat world of the same old same old. The vocal groove is more tranquil than the lyrical intent and build and that makes the song feel ambiguously delightful. The ‘Dumb Shit’ grinds us all down and rarely are we able to distill those emotions with the clarity of this song. The lyrics video helps the truly get into the message and words of this track.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Tedious & Brief - Not That Deep [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“It is easy to write those breakup songs when the heartache is fresh and real, but what happens once the artist gets over the breakup and is then forced to relive it by performing the slate of songs over and over. The artistic struggle is a complex one and this song has a bit of fun with that by bringing to the forefront the meaning behind such tracks. Tedious & Brief do a masterful job of putting a unique twist on a well-worn subject. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Lazer Lloyd - Real [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“When art is genuine and heartfelt it rarely disappoints and Lazer Lloyd delivers both with his single, ‘Real.’

Lazer’s comment on what is behind the song, ‘What do you think it means to be real? What’s your version of reality? Are you controlling your mind or is your mind controlling you? Keep it real to feel the pure manifestation living through you without adding the past, future, like or dislike. I’m a this or a that. Just be truly real beyond description and concepts, completely awake in this very moment which is the only real thing that ever exists...’

This is the kind of track that sticks with you and makes you think long after after the last note. Classic, timeless, and heartfelt! ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Everybody Loves An Outlaw - Rebels & Outlaws [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Strong writing often feels so obvious and simple, that you wonder why no one has ever written and performed the lines before. Everybody Loves An Outlaw is a band that is quite adept at creating such brazenly simple, yet stunningly captivating lines and their new single ‘Rebels & Outlaws’ feels like a track you have heard before because of this brilliance. The classic talent is almost timeless in sound making the single feel like a hit from the very first listen.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Connor Kauffman - Hate You For A Lifetime [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Nineteen year old Connor Kauffman is a self-taught and self-produced artists that is far ahead of the curve in comparison to his peers. This track is well-written and has an infectious hook that will have you singling along long after the last note. The lyric video makes it easy to stay tethered in and connected to the flow of the words.

The musical and lyrical build are perfectly balanced and created and Kauffman’s emotive delivery adds to the grip this track has over the listener. This track is radio ready and feels like an anthem we will all be quoting and singing for years to come. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger