Nadia Vaeh - 1,000 Cuts [Review] October 21, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Alternative Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “An alluring vocal tone and a steady beat give ‘1,000 Cuts’ an edge that slices straight and true. Electro Pop done right. Can’t wait to hear more from Nadia Vaeh.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Jade Hopcroft - You Said [Review] October 21, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “A beautiful performance built around a liar. Deceit is a lethal act to the emotions and this track is razor sharp in slicing through the aftermath while bringing a Florence & The Machine kind of vibe.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Evie Irie - "The Optimist" [Music Video Review] October 20, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Electro Pop, Commercial, Pop, Singer/Songwriter Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Packing complex emotions and themes into her writing, Evie Irie’s songwriting is far beyond her actual age. Actually, her songwriting shines for a any age so that comment is unfair to say. Though it is a fact that she is only sixteen, so be aware of this rising star, because the vocals are just as intriguing as the writing. The video is well down as well and helps bring ‘The Optimist’ to life.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
BETSIE GØLD - House On Fire [Review] October 19, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Bringing a perspective not often heard from in popular music, Betsie Gold deliver a heartfelt ballad detailing her pain and angst of being trapping among a party crowd of friends. The lyrics and performance permeates with honest emotion.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Emma Kern - We So Fly [Music Video Review] October 18, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “In your face confidence — delivered in pop diva fashion from Emma Kern! Expect to hear groups of girls and women belting this one out in unison. Think of it like Pumpkin Spice for your ears.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Devon Braxton - Why You So Quiet [Music Video Review] October 18, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Devon Braxton has answer the question every shy or introverted person gets sick of answering ... ‘Why You So Quiet?’ And Braxton has done it in glorious pop magic. Spot on vocals and an undeniable rhythm bring life to this track that will be stuck in your head for days! ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Violet LaVelle - Skeletons (feat. Daisha McBride) [Review] October 17, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Conscious, Hip-Hop Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “A fun pop track calling out those exes who think they can come rattling their bones back around. ’Skeletons’ truly catches fire about :45 in and never backs off bringing the heat from that point.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Chaz Mazzota - Better [Review] October 14, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “Chaz Mazzota delivers the smooth pop single, ‘Better,’ which is a track that hits all the right notes for commercial success. His vocal talent certainly takes what feels like an okay song lyrically, and makes it better.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Inbar Starr - Used To Know You Better [Music Video Review] October 11, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Contemporary R&B, Commercial Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Inbar Starr has a unique vocal tone that grabs you from the very start, but this track offers so much more. Solid songwriting and an easy infectious groove makes ‘Used To Know You Better’ one of those songs that instantly feels familiar. One of those songs you can’t help but sing to yourself long after the last note has faded. The catchy chorus and a memorable melody stick with you in all the best ways. The video is a perfect compliment.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Caro - Just One Night [Review] October 10, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “What happens when that one night stand lingers in your mind far beyond the following morning? Caro delivers a song behind those very emotions and she does so with a pop glory that brings both commercial appeal and genuine feelings that strike a chord for the fragility of human emotions.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Sophie Gray - Bye Bye [Review] October 08, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Given the genre of ‘Bye Bye,’ and the fact Sophie Gray is a burgeoning 15 yo pop starlet, there will no doubt be comparisons to Taylor Swift. However, that line is a tough one for me to draw. Gray brings a heaver, songwriter vibe to this commercial mix and that somehow layers in an additional bit of emotion that transcends beyond youthful energy, to wise, world observer.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Reece - Last Time [Review] October 05, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “With a voice that instantly captivates, Reece hooks the listener before the lyrical content has a chance to settle. But ‘Last Time’ is far more than a performance piece showcasing vocal talent. The single has depth, and meaning. In this case, those emotions just happen to be brought forth in delicate fashion, by a brilliant performance.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Caroline Kole - Freaking Out! [Review] October 05, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Caroline Kole has an unreal talent, so it is hard to imagine her ‘Freaking Out!’ but then again we’ve all been there. Delivering a near perfect pop performance, Kole unleashes a single that is highly relatable in lyrical content, and entertaining in style.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Trinity Rose - Coughing Up Flowers [Review] October 01, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Intricate and emotional writing are the hallmark of this song, but that is not to downplay the performance ... which is perfect in the delivery of such a single. Trinity Rose might be “Coughing Up Flowers’ in the name of love, but her immersive singer/songwriter style has certainly created a delectable bouquet this time around.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Outsyders - Long Time Coming [Review] September 30, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Commercial, Autotune Rating: 4 out of 5 “Sometimes you need a track that brings pure energy and attitude. ‘Long Time Coming’ is such a single, and the Outsyders bring it with passion on this the first single off of their upcoming debut album. I Look forward to hearing more. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Zoelly - Video Games [Music Video Review] September 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “Yo gamers! Take this cautionary about a lover fed up with ‘Video Games’ stealing attention away, and decide ... which buttons you’d rather be pushing. Delivered in sultry pop glory, Zoelly’s latest single will find an audience among those who have lost their relationship to a digital fixation. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Todd Carey - Wanna Love [Review] September 28, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Todd Carey can croon with the best of them, and with pop infused runs intermixed, ‘Wanna Love’ is a smooth commercial hit in the making.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
BEN JAMES - Let The Music Play [Review] September 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter Rating: 4 out of 5 “This is the kind of musical anthem that has something to say to all of us. Despite our dreams,. hopes and intentions, none of us can guess for certain where we are headed, so we might as well “Let The Music Play’ and let life unfold.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Trynket - Picture (In My Brain) [Review] September 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Delivered with an intricate vocal performance that varied throughout, ‘Picture’ captivated me from the first verse to the end. The emotion is real, brought forward by a performance that is engaging and genuine.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Noora - Blues [Review] September 25, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Commercial Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “ Like this song. The vocalists vocals cut through the track and flow.” — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)