The Influencers - Fallin' [Music Video Review] May 21, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial, Indie Pop Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “The melody did the heavy lifting here by connecting me to the single emotionally before the lyrics fully soaked in. A well-crafted song that gets better and deeper ingrained in my psyche with each listen.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Anja Kotar - 1500 [Review] May 17, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “A shiny and bright look at the psychology of social media. The lyrics are dead on and the melody is full of surprises with even a homage to a little disco sound thrown in. A fun pop song that carries a message that we all need to hear.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Damian Lynn - Wait [Review] May 17, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Commercial, Music, Singer/Songwriter Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Damian Lynn has given us a single that hooks you with an immediate urgency. And yet, the track also makes you ‘Wait’ just as the title suggests. The melody does a masterful job of playing off the emotion of the lyrics and that pleading bridge arrives at the perfect time to add to the strong feelings of this one. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Tyler Shamy- "Used" [Review] May 10, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Commercial, Contemporary R&B Ratings: 3.5 out of 5 “When you are tired of the same thing over and over you get “Used” to it and this is how Artist Tyler Shamy feels with his new single.” — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger) Vocals by Tyler Shamy Lyrics & Melody by Tyler Shamy Produced by Phinisey Listen on other platforms: https://ampl.ink/WLxz4 Connect: instagram.com/tylershamy facebook.com/tylershamy youtube.com/tylershamy twitter.com/tylershamy
James Bay - Bad [Review] May 10, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “The heartbreak is so palpable in this raw emotional single that to steal a line from the lyrics. you can feel every drop of our our narrator ‘bleeding out.’ Real genuine emotion beats at the heart of Bay’s delivery in this finely written song about trying to move on after picking up the shards.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Zaryah - Youdofuckingyou [Review] May 09, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “It is amazing how a well-written song can emotionally sum things up, and this pop tune certainly does that. The title of the single does the job of setting the stage, but give these alluring vocals and wryly, smart lyrics a listen and you will be hard pressed, not to join in by the second chorus.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Steve James - Fall For You [Music Video Review] May 08, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Instrumentals, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Instrumentals face the uphill battle of stirring emotion without words. Steve James has done exactly that with ‘Fall For You.’ While the title makes it clear what the song is about, it is through the melody that we feel the racing of hearts, the fear, the insecurity, and the unabashed joy that falling in love brings to us. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
SCRUB and ACE HA - Sunny Lane [Music Video Review] May 06, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Not all is sunny on ‘Sunny Lane,’ but this single definitely sheds light on the dark side of suburbia. Riding a steady beat, the truth flows steady and direct.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Weslynn - Strangers [Review] May 04, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Commercial, Music Rating: 4 out of 5 “Straightforward lyrics with a guitar-charged melody. The overall sound falls somewhere between Americana and Rock and Roll, but genre isn’t really important when the music is this good. ’Strangers’ is the kind of tune that you find yourself signing along with the chorus by the second time through.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
FLETCHER - Undrunk [Music Video Review] May 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Commercial, Live Performance, Music Videos Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Who hasn’t wanted to undo their mistakes? Not a single damn person on this planet. That’s who.Fletcher has captured regret perfectly in ‘Undrunk,’ an ode to wanting to undo a string of bad decisions. The vocals are real and true and honest, and the melody perfect for closing your eyes and singing along as you think back to the last time you made such mistakes.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Amy Loftus - Down The Line [Review] May 01, 2019 by BGiraldo in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial “Amy Loftus takes us on a dreamy trip down the coast with her smooth vocals and twangy vibrations. With a perfect balance between acoustic and electric guitars, Loftus provides intimate lyrics with a bit of a rock edge.There is no doubt that a song like this is perfect for a driving around with your hair billowing in the breeze, without a care in the world. ” — B Giraldo (LA on Lock Blogger)
VAVO - Anything For You (Feat. ZHIKO) [Review] May 01, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Commercial, Music Rating: 4 out of 5 “A catchy, feel good tune that gets you moving while proclaiming the fell good vibes of unconditional love. ’Anything For You’ is the kind of commercial pop tune that catches fire and crosses genres to pull music listeners in far and wide.” — Travis Erwin (LA o nLock Blogger)
LP - House on Fire [Review] May 01, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Commercial, Music Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Fiery passion and a old world beat stokes the melody of ‘House on Fire.’ Sultry sexy vocals and the rhythm of Spanish guitar lends this single an exotic mix that is quite intoxicating.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
KELLA - Wanna Be Bad [Review] April 26, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Commercial, Music Rating: 4 out of 5 “The contrast to this single is stark. With a pure pop sound, bordering on bubblegum at times, the tone matches the lyrics in a wry, intentional way that speak of meticulous planning and production.The good girl, from the good family, living on the good block ... yearning to do something, ANYTHING that makes her feel alive rings true here and this single has merit beyond that oh-so-sweet coverings, because it has something real to say. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Little Dume - Curious [Review] April 22, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rock, Commercial Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “The vocals grabbed me from the very first verse, and start to finish I was hooked. A nice mysterious melody adds to the flavor and a catchy chorus lends this track a timeless feel. The only thing I am ‘Curious’ about is what will the talented Little Dume deliver next? ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Wish I Was - Ready To Start (feat. Kara Kuper) [Review] April 16, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Commercial, Indie Pop, Pop, Music Rating: 5 out of 5 “This smooth, commercial tune could stand on its own merit, but beyond it so-called ‘entertainment legs,’ this track comes with a story of hope and dreams.All proceeds from ‘Ready To Start’ will go toward assisting the Make-A-Wish foundation fulfill dreams of kids all over the world. Knowing this adds poignancy to the lyrics and takes a nice pop tune and turns it into an emotionally charged ode to the innocent fighters battling their way back. But not even that fact is the best part of this story.In celebration of World Wish Day, April 29, Los Angeles-via-Australia electronic music producer Wish I Was (aka tyDi) has teamed up with 18-year-old wish kid Kara Kuper on the beautiful and inspiring “Ready To Start.” It was Kara’s wish to record a song. Being a big fan of Make-A-Wish, Wish I Was was happy to make Kara’s wish come true. Wish I Was secured time at Universal Music’s recording studio and enlisted the help of professional songwriters. In February 2019, Kara flew in from Chagrin Falls, Ohio to start work on the song. The completed song was chosen as the soundtrack for the new Make-A-Wish PSA as part of the 2019 World Wish Day campaign. World Wish Day will be celebrated throughout the month of April, kicking off with the launch of the PSA featuring “Ready To Start” on April 3. World Wish Day helps bring attention to the significant role a wish plays in a child’s medical treatment. Research shows that a wish can help kids build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness– an eye-opening finding in light of the fact that Make-A-Wish is currently only able to reach one out of every two potentially eligible children in the U.S.The PSA, created by TBWA\Chiat\Day Los Angeles, stars Make-A-Wish kids and alumni whose wishes to be an astronaut, dinosaur, mermaid, football player, cowgirl and firefighter served as a catalyst for hope and healing. Check it out here: https://youtu.be/D3gkXY1dhCoWishes are an important part of a child’s medical treatment. They can give kids the strength to fight, to get better. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Ryan Morgan ft. Liya - Never Be [Video Review] April 14, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial Rating: 5 out of 5 “Ryan has the Michael Jackson energy with a twist of Ricky Martin. Both artists vocals are a little high pitched, but it doesn’t take away from the romantic love vibe that the song gives. ” — Kreadiv Kesh (LA on Lock Blogger)
CAii - The Carousel [Review] April 11, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Commercial, Electro Pop, Music Rating 4.5 out of 5 “With a decidedly British sound from the first beat ‘The Carousel’ feels like it belongs on the soundtrack to a James Bond movie. Intriguing and alluring vocals add a mysterious element to this cat and mouse game between a would-be couple. Production is top notch and just when you think you are settled in for a smooth ride the track surprises in delightful ways.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Peridot - Fleeting [Video Review] April 11, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Music Videos, Folk, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “I felt every word.I believed every word. Sweet mournful vocals accompany this well-written song of longing. The piano and strings are the perfect accompaniment to this voice. Fleeting describes much of life and Peridot has captured it oh so well with this release.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)