Lust Machines
posted in: Artist Features • Rock
Their future's so bright: Loomis & The Lust
Just because something’s accessible, doesn’t mean it’s inappreciable. When Loomis & The Lust front man Will Loomis is singing, I put the needle in the groove / To a song that fits the mood, he’s literally describing playing a record, not obliquely referencing drug use. But, when he sings, I’m in love with a feeling I can’t forget, he’s literally describing drug use.
In short, what you hear is what you get with Loomis & The Lust. And what you get is straight-up rock with vintage sensibilities. The low buzz of bass, scorching guitar riffs, stomping drums and vocals rife with ˜tude are the the touchstones of this a four-piece rock band from Santa Barbara, CA. Break On Love has the bluesy strut of a vintage Rolling Stones number, while Sweetness with its tempest of hand claps and spitting guitars recalls INXS. Maybe they’re not going to spark your imagination, but Loomis & The Lust will definitely set fire to your feet. And that’s gotta count for something.
