Eric Punzo - Criminal [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Eric Punzo offers a couple of different vocal styles on this track, and both are engaging. When an artist fully commits to their craft, they sacrifice other parts of their life to spend time alone honing their craft. This song is about sequestering yourself and living like a ‘Criminal’ in self-induced solitary.

Artists are not the only ones to do this, as sometimes we all simply pull away to protect ourselves from others so the nuances of this track have a wide reaching resonance. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Anna Thompson - Hot Now [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Anna Thompson is definitely, ‘Hot Now,’ and this track takes a few different angles on what that means to her past and present. From facing the judgmental people she knew in high school, who snubbed her and now want to be friends to the fake and flashy friends fame attracts, Thompson takes the emotion of not knowing who you can trust and who wants to be friends for the right reasons, versus merely using you and your rising stardom to their own benefit. The track is about being caught in the middle of these two dichotomies. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Brandon Birdwell - Wasted Days [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“If Elton John and Ed Sheeran teamed up to write an Americana track, the resulting song would surely sound a lot like this. Luckily for us we don’t have to wait for such a collaboration, because Brandon Birdwell already possess the talent and skill to create that exact sound. And here it is — ‘Wasted Days,’ is no waste of your time or energy so give it a listen and add it to your playlists.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Niia - Ace Hotel [Music Video Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“Niia delivers a mini movie in her new single “Ace Hotel”. With such soulful vocals she walks us through a dark emotional period of feelings and most of it is reliving hurt. The need to be wanted and not wanting to have to walk away from love. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Rudiger - Not Anymore [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“You ever found yourself swaying with emotions to a song. Rudiger’s new single “Not Anymore” draws you in emotionally as you can feel the hurt in his voice. As he recaps on the love and memories he has. Despite the song being nearly 6 mins long it doesn’t seem lengthy and draws you to keep listening.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Brian James and The Great Unknown - "Taken" [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“ The Great Unknown starts with a 15 sec introductory solo before Brian starts singing in a dialogue to accompany the visual. “Taken” is an electrifying single about seduction and admiration. You often go to a bar to release your thoughts or to pick someone up and in this case claim what is yours.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Caroline Romano - The Hypothetical [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Is the idea of a perfect romance and relationship real, or more of mythological utopia that lives on in ‘The Hypothetical’ daydreams of our brain? That is the question Caroline Romano unleashes with this high energy almost demanding track.

The lyrical hooks and razor edged melody slice through the psyche on this track making it an attitude and vibe as much as a commentary on how we fantasize our relationships going.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Kiera Selbe - I [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Kiera Selbe began writing he lyrics of ‘I’ at thirteen, before she really knew what love would feel like. Flash forward and the now 16 year old talent has a bit more life experience to draw on which enabled her to complete the song and bring it to life. Her emotive talent, both in the writing and the performance, stands out from start to finish making Selbe a name to watch as she grows even more and blossom into the full out star that she is destined to become with such rare talent. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jackson+Sellers - Waste Your Time [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jackson+Sellers reminds me of Lucinda Williams both in sound and attitude. That take no shit, take no prisoners vibe rises to the top of this jaded, yet righteous track.

’Waste Your Time’ is an ode to whatever brand of idiocy you’ve dealt with, though most people will apply the sentiments towards a bad relationship. The rowdy edge to this track brings it to life and makes the pointed commentary land hard right on the chin of the time wasters of this world. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

April Jai - Chose To Stay [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“April Jai has created a track that is the perfect response to that ex who comes sniffing around trying to hook back up. A smooth easy groove with one foot in in a Retro R&B groove and the other in contemporary Pop. The result is an Adult Contemporary singer/songwriter type of track with emotional depth and meaning for everyone that has had to navigate the past and present at the same time.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Nea x SHY Martin - No Regrets [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Straight out of the Swedish countryside, longtime friends Nea and SHY Martin wrote ‘No Regrets’ after working together for years as songwriters writing for others. This time they decided to keep the summer smash for themselves and the passion and emotional connection shines through in this Pop delight.

The airy build and progression makes it a fun and uplifting track and you will have no regrets adding the single to your own playlists.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

American Authors - Nice and Easy (Acoustic) [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Summer is all about energy and good times, and American Authors have brought in Mark McGrath of Sugar Ray fame to join them on this acoustic ode to kicking back and taking it ‘Nice and Easy.’

This track toes the line between Rock and Folksy sentiments, but never dips or lags in its unfailing energy and passion. Join in the party and sunshine days by adding add this single to your summer playlists.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Loi - Melody [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Loi has the kind of vocal talent that instantly grabs hold of you and demands your undivided attention. Couple that with the fact Loi’s single, ‘Melody,’ delivers the kind of lyrical build that makes you stop what you are doing and listen to every word, a nd the song is mesmerizing in every way.

Described by others as the German Adele, Loi is a talented 18 year old with all the attributes and talent to be the next big thing. Her sounds falls somewhere between Adele and Pink and offers a big bold emotiveness with a bit of Pop magic sprinkled in. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Muro (feat Bobby John) - With You [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Featuring the vocal talent of Bobby John, Muro delivers the single ‘With You.’ The track has a Chainsmokers kind of feel though with just a hint of 80’s vibes backing it all. The progression is energetic and uplifting and carried the listener forward or propels them out to the dancefloor. The build is hard not to connect and fall in as lose yourself in this track’s build. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Ali Schwartz - Under My Bed [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Cutting out the negative and toxic from your life is not an easy task, but a necessary one we all face at some point. This track is all about doing so, and what worked well for me on this piece was the light, almost sing-song anthem. The rhythm that gives this single an uplifting and positive vibe absolutely shines, even as the trash is being carried out and dumped.

Ali Schwartz delivers both passion and a wry brand of humor and that made me smile all the way through this song. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Nick Sanza - Breadcrumbs [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Nick Sanza delivers the passion of a singer/songwriter laying his emotions out bare. There are comparisons to be made to Ed Sheeran in writing style, but ‘Breadcrumbs’ feels a bit more Commercial with a Electronic vibe to the overall production and sound.

The track follows a regretful lover reflecting on the past as he is reminded of what was and what could have been by the everyday things around him.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

DEZI - Sinner [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Dezi’s dramatic yet dark new single “Sinner” brings anticipation and seduction. Surrounded by things that are either good or bad for you she sings about how her sins are what makes her happy. From a dramatic beat to a slow motion toward the two mark this is a track that will have you engaged in fantasy. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Woodward - What I'm In Need Of [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Rock and Roll ain’t dead!

Woodward brings some retro vibes with this contemporary Indie Rock track, but they do so without making the single feel dated in anyway.

’What I’m In Need Of’ is a hard-charged single that conjures forth bands like Foreigner, Van Halen, and Motley Crue, however, Woodward has their own modern spin and brand of sound. No fan of true rock and roll will be disappointed by this one.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Beat The System - California Dreaming [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The tradition of ‘California Dreaming’ is a long one for many musicians and artists, and this track from Beat The System adds to that collection. A fun and light Pop track, this single takes you for a daydreaming ride about sunny skies and glitzy times in the Golden State. The track simply feels like a stroll in the warm sunshine so come along to enjoy the West Coast vibes.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

WYATT - hurt u this much [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“WYATT drops this brutally honest track. Sometimes a persona does not have bad intentions, but simply is prone to succumbing to bad decisions and it is their weaknesses that lead them to hurt those they love. ‘hurt u this much’ is an ode to such poor decision making and the impact it has on others. The track comes with a decided Pop vibe and is easy to fall in and and connect.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger