MICHA - Do Me Like You Do [Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“When you’re opening verse includes the lines “She knows she could sell, lies to the devil, I’ve bought them myself” you mean BUSINESS. Do Me Like You Do feels like being ripped apart and being put back together by the person who ripped you apart in the first place. Vocally MICAH has the rare ability to let him self be consumed in the moment but maintain control over his voice. As out of control as his lover makes him feel he keeps himself composed in the storm. ”

— Andrew Amoah (LA On Lock Blogger)

Haley - Walk Among The Dead [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“To quote The Verve, this is a bitter sweet symphony. Never loud but impossible to be heard, Haley pours her heart out in this tale of betrayal and heartbreak. Writing and rewriting this song over a 4 year period, Haley really landed right on the heart strings in such a honest and raw way. *Standing ovation* ”

— Andrew Amoah (LA On Lock Blogger)

Jon Vinyl - Wasted [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“Jon Vinyl is back is the beautiful breezy ‘Wasted’. From soaring vocals, to honest conversational lyrics, wasted feels like the perfect way to close out summer 23. It’s bittersweet with an emphasis on the sweet. ”

— Andrew Amoah (LA On Lock Blogger)

Elsewhere- Life...is a Fraction: I. Restless [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“I like how the guitar hits at just the right moment. This progressive rock track takes you down the road of life. It explores time and age on a fast pace tempo. Elsewhere gives listeners a moment of solo but also picks back up with a good hook. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Jade LeMac - Got Me Obsessed [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jade LeMac might not be on your radar yet, but she should be. This talented artist has the emotive power to hook a listener with but a single line. ‘Got Me Obsessed’ has a touch of Amy Winehouse in the tone although delivered more in a Contemporary Pop vibe. LeMac has the driving force of Arista records behind her so I expect to hear mor of this track and this artists in the months and years to come. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

MEL. The 8th - SHOVE!

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Is there such a thing a melancholy mosh pit?...
This chorus is infectious and raw. The whole record is raw AF. The beautiful strings juxtaposed over IGNORANT drums is glorious. Excuse me while I go yell ‘SHE WILL NEVER LOVE ME BACK’ while a make more morning coffee and think about the one that got away. ”

— Andrew Amoah (LA On Lock Blogger)

Starbenders -Cherry Wine [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“Starbenders deliver a jam as nostalgic as their name with “Cherry Wine”. A fun, youthful love story about one’s last experience with the one they love. This song gives late 80s glam rock. It could be played and enjoyed from older ages to the new youth. This song jumps out the speakers and just makes you wanna dance.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Zikai- Summer 16 [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Zikai takes us on a journey into her experience of love lost in “Summer 16” . An energetic, yet moody pop jam. Her vocals flow freely over a chill, simple production. The song is both catchy and relatable as we all have memories of things and people we have both loved and lost. Summer 16 is a must listen for 2023.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Off Grid -Open Wide [Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“ Off Grid delivers a beautiful ballad. Angelic vocals over well played strings and a beautiful piano accompanist because the beat opens up into its full range. A well written story of romance that tugs at the heart strings of the listener. This song is an example of when music was music; full of feeling and well written, meaningful lyrics. Then as the song ends you’re given the gift of an insane electric guitar solo which only goes to add more texture to this already well put together composition. The masterpiece of simplicity.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Grand Am -Run This Town [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The bass sets the tone of what’s to come on this dark, groovy tune. The instruments are masterfully played and perfectly in sync with the vocalist. Never overbearing or under bearing the artist. This is pure sound track music. From an 80s musical style to modern day com horror flicks. This song is a refreshing new sound that is definitely here to stay.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

VCTR- Animation [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“You ever just take a moment to lay down and fantasize. VCTR “Animation” is about thinking about your favorite person. This contemporary R&B track has an anime analogy to it but on a sexier tip. The song is smooth and keeps a consistent tempo.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Verse Coast -M.B.A.S. [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“If you ever been tired of working this is the track for you. Sometimes going to work and dealing with people is tiresome. Verse Coast lays every work ain’t shxt thought in this track. They are so low key with their delivery that its hard to take the track serious until you really listen to what they are saying. Then you realize you can really relate. I can see this track going viral in a lot of reels. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Burner Phone Ft. Wakai, Diani, Isaac Rich & jah. - Halfway [Review]

Rating 4 out of 5

“Find a patch a grass, some headphones maybe a lil drink a lil s**** and lose yourself in this record. ‘Halfway’ is heady without losing you on the journey. All the vocalists bring something fresh a unique to the song and the soulful production is the glue. Everything about this record is hypnotic and effortless. A late contender for jam of the summer. ”

— Andrew Amoah (LA on Lock blogger)

Malcom x Bino - Exhausted [Review]

Rating 3 out of 5

“I think we can all agree that life is tiring. Sometimes its so tiring I can’t even find the words to say how I’m feeling, and on those days I’m grateful records like this exist. Malcom & Bino dive into how people and life can be draining and well exhausting and say what we all wanna say when we feel like we keep taking losses I’M EXHAUSTED!”

— Andrew Amoah (LA on Lock blogger)

Nicolas Septien -Noise [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“No bars left behind. This socially conscious record gives you raw insight on the mind of Nicolas when it comes to the state of today’s world. Off beat and unorthodox delivery yet still giving you substance in every line. All over a tonal, slightly off key piano melody. I have never heard anything that sounds like this. Nicolas is in a class all his own. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Catalyst- Muse of the Double Sky [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This song is masterfully written.The artist vocals project off the speakers almost as if he’s live in front of your face. Then boom, the music blares though like wild wind and takes you on one hell of a musical journey. Fun. Loud. Well arranged, well written. This song is just a smash. I would love to hear more from this band.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

McGet -Painting Pictures [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This is a rock track that will amp you up. Painting Pictures takes off with a strong delivery that allows you to follow along and painting pictures. Each verse is a memory of a great time.There is a solo around the 2 mark that will have you rocking out as well.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

LEONE - GTFOH [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Sometimes you just wanna tell someone GTFOH!? This song says it for you and then some in every which way possible. It’s loud, its brash, aggressive yet somehow extremely charming. The peacocking vocal performance is reminiscent of a young Jagger and its in your face production hooks in seconds. The next time someone gives you their unsolicited opinion, just press play on this... you’re welcome.”

— Andrew Amoah (LA on Lock blogger)

Nowo - Jungle [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“I’m loving the influence UK drill is having on music around the world and this record is no exception. ‘Jungle’ is smooth and inviting whilst still having attitude and tempo. Nowo is right the world is a jungle but records like this make it just that little bit easier to navigate. ”

— Andrew Amoah (LA on Lock Blogger)

Small Million - Good Impression

Rating: 3 out of 5

“This record is equal parts raw passion and beautiful chaos. Vocally ‘Good Impression’ is arresting and sonically its big without being overpowering. This is more than a song... Small Million just gave us an anthem!”

— Andrew Amoah (LA on lock blogger)