Joshua Golden - I Can't Wait To Meet You [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Most of us long to find that elusive soulmate, and while waiting, we come up with our ideas and ideals of what that person will be like. Joshua Golden taps into those expectations with his tack, ‘I Can’t Wait To Meet You.’

The song straddles that line between Pop and Rap to create a Commercial track that should appeal to a wide audience. The emotion and performance and added snippets of conversation on each end really come together to feel true and genuine.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

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

Yelawolf - Barn Fire [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I have a love hate relationship with this track. That steady cadence of the beat gripped me from the first listen though the lyrical flow took me a couple listen to full appreciate.

Yelawolf sounds like a Countryfied Snoop Dogg and his wordplay is ne point though the references are not what you hear in Hip-Hop. That is a good thing but it is a bit jarring upon the first listen. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Peach3 - Ghostryde It [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Peach3 is the Gen Z version of TLC you didn’t know you needed. Old school Trap Hip-Hip with a bit of Pop sensibility gives this track the Commercial edge to stand out in the marketplace, but it is the verve and attitude that truly separates the trio from everyone else. Either you have it or you don’t and these Atlanta natives clearly do.

Lyrically, I did crave more as ‘Ghostrude It’ relies heavily on the hook and bounce to carry the song, but I am eager to see where this trio goes as they establish themselves.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Shrey Panda - Conquest [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“A Hip-Hop violinist out of Austin Texas, Shrey Panda is creating a very unique sound. This Instrumental track infuses Hip-Hop sensibilities with Classical music and the talent behind it pours forth like the flow of a dark mysterious river you just can’t turn away from. The track has some harder, almost Industrial tones as it builds and unfurls keeping the listener on the edge of their seat for what will come next.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Supa fly x HVRR x Waka Flocka Flame - If You Don't Like To Party [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“This sounds so much like the original but with a little more added EDM to it. I found myself fast forwarding just to see if more was giving and it wasn’t. However, Waka Flocka has energy that makes you vibe so this unique mix is defiantly worth adding to a party or dance playlist.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Nauti x Duke Deuce - CRASH DUMMY MUZIK [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Who would have thought a little bit of Memphis and a whole lot of New Zealand would hook up to establish a smooth groove like ‘CRASH DUMMY MUZICK.’

This is one of those tracks best digested in a cloud of smoke so you can kick back and enjoy the smooth ride. Each listen gave me a new nuance and thought. Simply a vibe!”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Yung Jewelz - Dirty Diana [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Yung Jewelz brings the straight in your face passion on this track. The Dirty South is front and present on ‘Dirty Diana,’ a trap track with that deep south bounce pushing it forward.

The flow hits hard, and the writing cracks open your skull and lets the words pour straight in. A gritty and real, punch directly to the gut!”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Daimo Dunkin - Posies [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Daimo Dunkin doe a great job of honoring the old school era of Hip-Hop and infusing contemporary emotions and ideas into this hard hitting track.

’Posies’ is a hype track, but not in the traditional sense as it does the job of motivating with low-key grit and resolve rather than through hyper boasts and hard beats. The production behind the flow adds to the grime of determination on the track, and the flow is unrelentless in its emotive power.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Bshortt - Sushi At Mikuni [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Bshortt gives us some true Rap fusion on this track. Utilizing a Latin inspired beat and melody, the track ranges from a soulful R&B groove in the quieter moments, to an Old-School rap delivery that gives the listener retro vibes.

’Sushi at Mikuni’ takes the listener for a joyride on the back of a strong and confident flow that both cuts and soothes as it builds. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Rah Cashiano -No Handouts (feat. June B & BandBoy) [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“The song comes off strong, getting you ready for its take off. Each artist had their own energetic lyrical delivery.Rah Cashiano “No Handouts” feat. June B and Band Boy telling their success story of working for what they have.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Lit Wilson -Gassed Up [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“The song builds you up and takes off as expected. When the 1:25 mark hit with a little vocal insert then shifted to an electric sound there was still consistency. This is energetic yet EDM trap track that will have you on the floor all night. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Loss Cozz - Treehouse [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Hailing from Broward County, Florida, Loss Cozz has seen his ups and downs, but through it all he continues to create music and step up to the mic. ‘Treehouse’ is a smooth groove and steady build and Cozz’s flow elevates as it builds to hold the listener to the track’s tinkling climax.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

$cream-Capone - She Telling Me Tap In (feat. Blazo) [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Coming with a hard, in your face beat, $cream-Capone unfurls this sex-charged flow with attitude and verve. The writing is sharp and gets down and dirty completing the sultry edge this one offers. Add this one that to time to get down and nasty playlist. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

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Kuttem Reese - "TYFNB" + REESE EP [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Kuttem Reese is pissed to hit that next level. The Orlando, Florida rapper is a Hip-Hop star on the rise and his new eighteen track album is more fuel on the fire.

This track is about remembering the path and the pitfalls, the haters, the doubter, the struggle it took to climb the ladder. The video adds to the vibes and really dials in the track’s lyrical intent which is delivered with precision and a smooth talent. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

David Davenchy - The Day I Saw You [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“David Davenchy’s track, ‘The Day I Saw You’ hooked me with it’s lyrical realness. The delivery is steady and the tone showcases Davenchy’s talent, though I did crave a touch more energy or passion pushing the flow forward. The writing is true and honest and that is what really shined brightest for me with this track.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jaydii x Supreme Khay - hot soup [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jaydii kicks off the first verse on ‘Hot Soup’ before Supreme Khay comes in witht he hook and later verses. THe high-energy track feels like vintage Beastie Boys mixed with some Wu Tang funk and quirk. Both flows are delivered with an engaging tone and verve that refuses to let you off the hook.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

BeauxX x Cypress Moreno x Big Sad 1900 - I Need That [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Beauxx, Big Sad 1900, and Cypress Moreno drop their third collaboration together, ‘I Need That.’ The track preempts their forthcoming collaborative EP.

Inspired by the West Coast sound this single offers a laidback R&B style groove and of course accentuates the trios various vocal talents.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

KYO! - Ran It All Up [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Some tracks are simply a groove and vibe. ‘Ran It All Up’ from KYO! is such a song. Riding a smooth flow and steady beat KYO! delivers an emotional ode to growing up and taking care of your business no matter the missteps along the way. It is the song of life so to speak, with the ups and downs and the perseverance to keep laying it out there while you chase your goals and dreams.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Lex Ether - No Way [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A dark foreboding vibe makes this track perfect for spooky season. Lex Ether delivers some sharp writing, and the lines hit with a punch not every performer can deliver.

Though I did crave a bit more variation to help hold my attention, and the sinister laugh in the backing might have been overdone a time or two. Overall this track spoke to me and I have a feeling it is one of those songs that I will grow to love more with multiple listens as the lyrical power settles in my psyche.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger