In just a short span, LA LOM - The Los Angeles League Of Musicians - have skyrocketed from local gigs to headlining major venues, wowing audiences with their cinematic blend of Latin rhythms, soulful melodies, and timeless influences. Their self-titled debut album is a 13-track odyssey showcasing their range with its eclectic fusion of Los Angeles’ diverse musical heritage. Produced by Elliot Bergman (Cage The Elephant, Major Lazer), LA LOM’s self-titled album is a tribute to the sonic history found within the city of angels. This trio made up of native Angelenos - Zac Sokolow on guitar, Jake Faulkner on bass, and Nicholas Baker on drums and percussion - delivers a sound both innovative and deeply rooted in tradition.

Their rise can certainly be called meteoric, and it’s no exaggeration. With only a handful of singles and a debut EP released in 2022, LA LOM have already amassed millions of views on their self-made videos and attracted a following that includes Beck and Zane Lowe. Their live performances are selling out major rooms across the U.S., not to mention making festival debuts at Newport Folk and Pitchfork London this year, plus shows with Vampire Weekend.

Listening to LA LOM is like discovering a hidden gem you’re the first to know about, each track is a mosaic of musical influences. From the classic Mexican Boleros and Cumbia Sonidera that pulse through LA’s streets, to the guitar-driven Peruvian chicha, Bakersfield country, and folk traditions from Sicily to Turkey, their sound is a melting pot of genres. Add in the nostalgic ballads from the 1950s and ’60s, reminiscent of LA’s oldies station KRTH 101 (back in the day), and you’ve got a recipe for a truly unique listening experience. The album’s opening track, “Angels Point,” captures LA’s cumbia swagger with a nod to Elysian Park. With tight rhythm sections and Sokolow’s fuzz-kissed guitar, it sets the stage for a collection of intoxicating grooves. Tracks like “San Fernando Rose” pay homage to girl groups like the Ronettes and the Marvelettes, while others blend Latin percussion with the energy of a packed dance floor.

LA LOM honed their craft with relentless performances, playing extensive sets five nights a week at the historic Roosevelt Hotel on Hollywood Boulevard. This rigorous schedule helped them build a buzz that soon translated into studio time, leading to their debut EP and the new album. LA LOM’s roots run deep. Zac Sokolow’s musical lineage includes a family background in LA’s bluegrass scene, with his Argentinean heritage influencing his sound. Jake Faulkner’s Venice roots and collaboration with Sokolow in Southern California’s rockabilly scene laid the foundation for their partnership. Nicholas Baker, steeped in Latin music from his grandmother’s Mexican heritage, adds a profound rhythm element, having studied with renowned percussionists.