Lance Markeith - Crop August 04, 2023 by Guest User in Hip-Hop, Music, Rap Rating: 3 out of 5 “Rap feels like its entering a new era. Trap doesn’t hit as hard, and fun is coming back to the genre. Lance drops clever bars, bouncy flows over a skipping beat that has groove and fresh pockets. Rap is crying for a new sound and ‘Crop’ is a step in the right direction. ” — Andrew Amoah (LA on Lock blogger)
Wakai - '05 Honda [Review] August 03, 2023 by Guest User in Hip-Hop, Music, Rap Rating 3 out of 5 “Taken from his new album ‘Some people scream, some people talk’ 05 Honda is a serious head bopper. The groove in this record is infections just as is Wakai’s laid back flow. The chorus is catchy and potent and has us feeling like we’re riding shotgun as Wakai shows us his world. ” — Andrew Amoah (LA on lock blogger)
I QUE -Go Hard [Music Video Review] August 02, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “ Imagine giving someone a mic and they just go hard. I QUE, comes in strong with his latest track “I Go Hard”. Whether you don’t feel getting up going to work or working out just turn this track on for motivation. I can defiantly see in a movie sound track like Creed or a viral audio on IG or TikTok. Who needs a hype man when you have this song.” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Trapboy JT -Adam22's Wife [Music Video Review] August 02, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 5 out of 5 “Trapboy JT delivers a dope flow over a Detroit production.The Cali Artist is not only a lyricists but a marketing genius using famous podcaster Adam 22 to catch and keep our attention. My favorite verse from the track is “Yea, I’m bilingual, I speak dollars and cash”.” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Jayy Pesso- Been On [Music Video Review] August 02, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “Jayy Pesso’s “Been On” is classic gangsta rap. The visual lays out a vision of the Godfather and Jayy Pesso turning his disbelievers doubt into a hit song about his own personal triumphs. The beat is suspenseful and keeps you on the edge as if you are watching a movie. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Inf Grizzy -Take My Time [Music Video Review] August 01, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “This song breaks down the constant injustices of the justice system. A heart felt look into the mind of this formerly incarcerated artist. Melodic hook. Honest, raw verses. As the song progresses it goes from a story of troubles to a changed mindset of encouragement. A full circle message sure to give any listener the power to go on and be encouraged. Powerful song.” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
KAWN - Figure It Out [Review] August 01, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “The song has a smooth flow to it. The beat is entertaining creating a chilled vibe. Kawn doesn’t have a forced delivery but more-so amicable.This track is defiantly a vibe for the summer. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger ]
Kid Klutch -Imma Choose Me [Review] July 30, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “This song is a melodic trap hit. Kid Klutch keeps it interesting with his constant changes in cadence. The beat is energetic with a consistence pace. This is defiantly a chilled radio friendly track.” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Kayden McCarthy -Delusional [Review] July 30, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “Kayden McCarthy is an artist with different dynamics and lyrical range. Delusional takes you on an emotional roller coster but gives you a clearer perspective. There’s poetic freestyle with a good choice of words and there’s soul.” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
$moke -1 95 [Music Video Review] July 30, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “This artist aggressive but distinctive voice makes this song a great listen. The hook is high energy and bouncy. The beat knocks and would keep any speaker jumping. Gangsta rap with an energetic bop to it. The way the artist changes his cadence randomly throughout the delivery of his bars keeps you in tune. Could hear this on a west coast summer playlist. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
ChasNbandz -Drop Pin [Music Video Review] July 30, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 3.5 out of 5 “The beat smacks you in the face immediately. Once the comes in he doesn’t disappoint with his energy. Street music with witty bars and off beat cadence. ChasNBandz simply gives you a raw view of life in the streets from his vantage point. A real banger. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
$moke 1 -Signs [Review] July 30, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “Octobers very own style intro to set the mood. After that $moke 1 goes in on a lyrical tear. He gives you honest bars with an aggressive delivery to make sure he gets his point across. The simplicity of the production allows just enough room for him to take you down a lyrical wormhole that’s sure to keep the listener engaged. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
Chevy Quis - Big Ben [Review] July 29, 2023 by Guest User in Hip-Hop, Rap, Music Rating: 3 out of 5 “Chevy just made one to send the clubs up all 2023. This record is effortless but still witty. ” — Andrew Amoah (LA on lock blogger)
A1 Beanz x Benny The Butcher - Mailman [Review] July 29, 2023 by Guest User in Hip-Hop, Rap Rating 4 out of 5 “‘We got hand grenades that look like Don Julio bottles’ I MEAN! This record is hearing a lion snarling with a ruby incrusted crown on. Its mean but sounds so royal and expensive. A1 & Benny trade quotable lines whilst painting a vivid picture of their lives. This is one of those, leave on loop and drive 2 hours type moods.” — Andrew Amoah (LA On Lock Blogger)
KAWN - Figure It Out [Review] July 28, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “The song has a smooth flow to it. The beat is entertaining creating a chilled vibe. Kawn doesn’t have a forced delivery but more-so amicable.This track is defiantly a vibe for the summer. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger ]
Autosongz- 911 [Review] July 25, 2023 by Kreadiv Kesh in Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “The lead guitar in the production puts you in an instant trance. Autozongz delivers witty, chill bars over a new age trap beat. This is big crowd music. Mosh pits and festivals would go crazy for this jam. The laid back appeal of the artist meshed with the laid back style of production make for the perfect marriage of this great song. ” — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
YTobechi - R.D.P [Review] July 10, 2023 by Guest User in Downtempo, Hip-Hop, Rap Review 4 out of 5 “You ever jump in the car and get lost in the drive itself and before you know it you zoned all the way out and drove to Utah from Brooklyn? Well that’s what this feels like. R.D.P is hypnotic, raw and just good in the type of way you can’t quite explain. ” — Andrew Amoah (LA on lock blogger)
YGM Phat "Nun Generic" [Review] June 19, 2023 by Guest User in Hip-Hop, Music, Rap, Trap Rating: 3 out of 5 “YGM delivers a menacing hype anthem that lets you into his world of mayhem. It’s fly, its mean and its raw... and sometimes that all you need. ” — Andrew Amoah (LA On Lock Blogger)
$loMoneyXL - "Waldo" [Music video Review] June 14, 2023 by Guest User in Hip-Hop, Music, Rap Rating 4 out of 5 “$loMoneyXL has us riding on his wave with the hypnotic Waldo. Smooth yet aggressive this is one of those records that just feels like the drive with your friends before the function. With its infectious hook $lo has the soundtrack to your next ATM withdrawl.” — Andrew Amoah (LA On Lock Blogger)
Yung Gravy - Goodness Gracious (with bbno$) [Music Video Review] May 20, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap Rating: 4 out of 5 “Yung Gravy is always a vibe. Some might want to dismiss his talents given the humor that is always prevalent in his work, but to do so would be wrong because Gravy’s verve goes far beyond making you smile. The cool calm confidence and razor sharp lyrics showcase the depth of his talent and here BBNO$ (Baby No Money) joins in giving off the same brand of fun talent. The video is a mood in itself and every element here plays to the other in a fun way. But don’t sleep on the catchy lines which really are smart and intelligent in their jocularity, yet still impactful beyond that..” — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger