BRBRCK - WAVES (ft. Phil Street) [Music Video Review] July 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Autotune Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “The video is the perfect compliment to this track. Without it I am unsure the lyrics would resonate as well as they do, but the beat is steady and the performance engaging enough to hold my focus start to finish.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Da Kid Emm - Run It All [Music Video Review] July 24, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap, Autotune, Music Videos, Music Rating: 5 out 5 “The respect of a man is given on the basis of his determination, his hustle and the love he has for his family. With transition of different scenes Da Kid Emm shows us the process of his journey and lyrically tell us what keeps him going. With a snippet of father hood you don’t have to question what he is working for.” — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
Jonny Craig - Block Out The Noise [Music Video Review] July 23, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, R&B Rating: 4 out of 5 “Jonny Craig drops a silky smooth flow and a stripped down video to bring out the emotion. This is a track to put on as you turn off the lights and slip into the sheets beside the one you love. The kind of track that helps you indeed, ‘Block Out The Noise’ and focus on your heart’s desire. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
XamVolo - In Love & War [Music Video Review] July 22, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Soul Rating: 4 out of 5 “If all is fair in ‘Love And War,’ then XamVolo builds on that by proving all is fair in music production. Soul, funk, jazz, and a splash of EDM. You can hear it all in this track and the groove is downright infectious. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Party Favor & EZI - Be OK (Acoustic) [Music Video Review] July 22, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “Heartfelt vocals deliver this melancholy pop song about wanting to feel okay, while feeling stuck and out of place. Acoustic guitar melodies add to the lonely vibe of this stripped down set of lyrics. Heavy on emotion, this is the kind of track that you play when you don’t want to think too much, or have your mind changed, but rather are looking for the perfect tune to match your brooding mood. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Circus Electric - Looking For Love [Music Video Review] July 19, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Alternative Rating: 4 out of 5 “Charged with a rock sound that conjures visions of the 70s and tricked-out custom vans with carpeted walls, ‘Looking For Love’ rolls out like a soundtrack for Tinder. Swipe right and give this one from Circus Electric a go, because sometimes we all get a little lonely. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Reece Lemonius - I´m Done [Music Video Review] July 19, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Call it Reggae Pop and crown Reece Lemonius the king!’I’m Done’ rides a island groove and smooth vocals to the end of a love triangle.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Ellen Krauss - On The Bus [Music video Review] July 17, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter Rating: 4 out of 5 “The vocals catch your attention and draw you in, and the lyrics hold you there; not with extraordinary wordplay, but rather simply honest emotions. Ellen Krauss delivers a genuine performance, and the true-to-life lyrics of this single make it worthy of a listen “On The Bus,” or any other place.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Dope Lemon - Give Me Honey [Music Video Review] July 16, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Rock Rating: 4 out of 5 “The melody is a perfect balance of danger and desire, and both elements are also brought out by the imagery of the video.And while the vocals are not explosive or awe-inspiring, they are perfect for the mood. This is a case of the artists getting out of the way and letting the lyrics and vibe do the heavy lifting. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Rebecca Binnendyk - Brick By Brick [Music Video Review} July 15, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “The imagery of the video and the lyrics of this song combine to perfectly instill the emotion of this single. Theatrical and beautiful, the vocals are ideal for this type of song which feels could be the soundtrack for a crumbling love, or a divide in any type of relationship. Be it one between people, or nations. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
My_Kayla ft. Dre Walton - Right There [Music Video Review] July 13, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious Rating: 4 out of 5 “Love, lust, and affairs of the heart are complicated, no matter the genetic makeup of those involved. This is a soulful infused modern rap story about those complications delivered in a stripped down flow by My_Kayla and sung to R&B perfection by Dre Walton. The contrast between the two voices is perfection and adds a level of intrigue to this single.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Luke Cyrus Hunter - Old School Jam [Music Video Review] July 12, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Soul Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “A fun soulful homage to the ‘Old School Jams.’ This is a party song that isn’t exactly reinventing the wheel, but it is a fun spin just the same.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
SAM LEX - Let's Go [Music Video Review] July 12, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap, Music Videos, Music Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “There’s no moment greater than kicking it on a road trip with your mom. Sam Lex new visual is a candid recording of his trip with his mom aligned with a laid back track that makes a great song to play when you are cruising or walking on the beach. ” — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
Leeroy Stagger - Strange Attractor [Music Video Review] July 12, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Rock Rating: 4 out of 5 “I have a strange attraction to this single ‘Strange Attractor.’ The accompanying video is engaging in a peculiar sort of way, and the vocal performance, laid over the top of a steady rock beat, has an old school rock vibe that conjures thoughts of the 80s. Then there is a presence about Leeroy Stagger that hooked me and whispers to my brain ... “Pay Attention, this guy is on the verge of breaking out into another realm which makes this song feel like an archway to something even bigger.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Sampa The Great - OMG [Music Video Review] July 10, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Conscious, Hip-Hop Rating: 4 out of 5 “Sampa is the type of entertainer that is simply hard to look away from and ‘OMG’ is a high energy track that will get you moving and singing along from the very first listen” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Jeida Woods - Selfless [Music Video Review] July 10, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Jeida Woods drops a smooth emotional account of a relationship in peril. Both the single and the video tell a story that you can truly feel. ’Selfless’ is a track that will speak to anyone that has ever felt their heart coming part little by little.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Lola Blanc - Angry Too (Official Music Video) [Music Video Review] July 09, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial, Indie Pop Rating: 5 out of 5 “Powerful imagery to go along with a fantastically performed song. Songwriting with passion! This is the kind of single that makes a statement while both entertaining and confronting.’Angry Too’ is the fighting spirit of the #MeToo movement.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Nikko Baby - Wavy [Music Video Review] July 05, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Soul, Commercial Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “Smooth vocals and a fun, island-esque melody kept me listening to this one. Lyrically the track made me smile and groove along. A good one to just let loose with for some summer fun.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Ryan Caraveo - Murda [Music Video Review] July 04, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Conscious, Hip-Hop, Music Videos Rating: 4 out of 4 “Ryan has very smooth vocals and he knows how to deliver at the very exact moment. With dripping yet detailed visuals of how sometimes love can drive you crazy” — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
Artem Zen - Please Love Yourself [Music Video Review] June 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Steady flow and rock solid advice carry this tune. Every line of these lyrics push this track track forward to deliver a message that needs to be heard.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)