Dylan - Sour Milk [Music Video Review] September 06, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Nothing can turn your stomach quite like love gone bad. With that in mind ‘Sour Milk’ is the prefect metaphor for that relationship that is all wrong. Wanton, pained vocals deliver this pop number about spoiled affection reaching it’s expiration date.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Effie - Worship [Music Video Review] September 03, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, R&B Rating: 4 out of 5 “Smooth and sultry, Effie delivers a single about submitting to your desire and allowing yourself to succumb to those wants. The real allure to these lyrics is that they are about the empowering euphoria of admitting what you want, rather than a submissive take me approach. I don’t know where you went to church, but my idea of ‘Worship’ has never been this steamy and sexy. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Lindsey Stirling - Artemis [Music Video Review] September 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Instrumentals, Commercial Rating: 4 out of 5 “Like a real life Goddess plucked from the realm of mythology, Lindsey Stirling weaves magic into this piece with her bowstring. Emotional and evocative, ‘Artemis’ takes aim at your ears with the precision you’d expect from the Goddess of the Hunt. The video is as visually stirring as the music.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
JO24 - Learn Today [Music Video Review] September 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Conscious Rating: 4 out of 5 “Tossing out a chill, relaxed flow, JO24 drops these lyrics today that are words of importance. If you don’t take the time to ‘Learn Today,’ the lessons will come at your hard and fast somewhere down the road.The video starts a bit slow, but overall the visuals and vibe of the imagery is a good fit for the track.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Stereo Match - Paralyze The Dead [Music Video Review] August 30, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “While solid musically, ‘Paralyze The Dead’ truly shines brightest as a music video. The imagery and the emotions of the lyrics are brought out in spectacular version by the story. Being true to yourself is perhaps the biggest key to personal happiness, and something we all need reminded of from time to time. Stereo Match does this is in an entertaining and provocative manner that left a smile on my face.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Abhi The Nomad - Me No Evil [Music Video Review] August 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “A snaking melody and a steady beat frame a flow with some true vocal hook to it. Hard not to sing along with this banger.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Happy Sometimes - Pooh Bear [Music Video Review] August 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Electro Pop, Commercial Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “This pop song captures the back and forth of human emotions quite well, as we try to talk ourselves into a better place. Be it internal, or in this case, an external relationship that pulls us back down ... over and over again, most have us have to make the climb up and out of dark places more than once, before we can finally enjoy the view.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Skunk Funk - Cirque Du Skank [Music Video review] August 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Alternative, Funk, Indie Rock Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “This is my kind of circus! A little weird ... a lot talented. Part funk, part rock, this is a sideshow worth seeing and hearing.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Ryan Cassata - Bamboo Plants [Music Video Review] August 23, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Rock, Indie Pop Rating: 4 out of 5 “There is a genuine, songwriter vibe on this one. Billed as a true LGBT love story, this song really transcends beyond any limitations on who this song speaks to. It is simply an honest and true love story for humanity with slice of life lyrics delivered over a guitar melody. There is no added fanfare because the emotion is simply enough in this case.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Halia Jack - Threw it Away [Music Video Review] August 23, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial, Soul Rating: 4 out of 5 “This one hit me like a throwback from the 80s. Halia Jack has a unique tone that pulled me in deeper with each verse. This single brings a defiant edge that makes it resonate loudly for those emerging on the other side of a relationship full of anger and jaded reproach. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Dearly Beloved - Race To The Bottom [Music Video Review] August 23, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Rock Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “This single caught me by surprise. The varying vocals hooked me early, and the retro rock sound is perfect for the blend of voices. Production wise this one left the vocals a bit more muffled than I would have preferred which probably hurt my overall emotional attachment, but I am quite intrigued by the obvious talent and look forward to hearing more from this band.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
ZION music - Lay You Down [Music Video Review] August 22, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Contemporary R&B, Music Videos, Music Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “Zion takes us all around the world on his roller coaster. “Lay You Down” is a dance beat missed with with a love story that will have you dancing to the whole song” — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
LOST - Sympathy [Music Video Review] August 21, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music, Music Videos, Pop Rating: 4 out of 5 “This is sure a night out on the town in pop and rock radio. His vocals does stick like bubble gum in my years and even the lifted vocals around the 2 mark fit perfectly.” — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
Norman Kim - Nothing Wrong With My Life [Music Video Review] August 20, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop, Commercial Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “With vocals that reminded of Elton John at times, Norman Kim unleashes a debut that demands we all pay attention. Both the video and the lyrics of ‘Nothing Wring With My Life’ feel like fun and I can’t help but think I am watching to arrival of a brand new star. Not on the far off horizon, in the here and now.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
chloe mk - "David Bowie" [Music Video Review] August 20, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Electro Pop Rating: 4 out of 5 “Nostalgia and heartache go together like David Bowie and eyeliner, so missing your lover and your favorite artists is a creative way to bring those emotions forward. Pop vocals added to a nice beat and melody help bring out the longing in this worthy single from chloe mk.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Olin Batista - Falling [Music Video Review] August 20, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, EDM Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “A surprising array of instrumental sounds delivers a nice beat and mesmerizing drop. ’Falling’ feels like an instant EDM classic.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Lynn - Weed Man [Music Video Review] August 19, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial Rating: 4.5 out of 5 “Haunting and alluring, this ode to the magic of cannabis takes a smooth trip to a ethereal plane on the air of talented vocals from Lynn. ‘Weed Man’ brings a smokey indie pop vibe to the mix of marijuana inspired songs.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Kiana Ledé - "Shawty" [Music Video Review] August 19, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “A nice island type of beat and vibe back up Kiana Lede’s vocals which are close to perfection in this fun little number. ” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Edwin - Lucky Penny [Music Video Review] August 19, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Rock Rating: 4 out of 5 “I would describe this single as funky folk to make you smile, ’Lucky Penny’ feels like the kind of song you’d sing to yourself when feeling good despite the crap life tosses your way. The video captures the same vibe and spirit.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
Jake Troth - Alive & Well [Music Video Review] August 18, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter Rating: 4 out of 5 “Capturing a Beetles-esque vibe in both the single and the video, Jake Troth is indeed ‘Alive & Well’ in this tranquil ditty that brings to focus the inconsistencies of human emotions. These lyrics evolved through multiple listens for me leaving a different mood and thought process each time.” — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)