Zac Sokolow

guitarist for La Lom

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LA LOM creates a nostalgic feel through their music, inspired by cumbia, bolero, and retro soul. The instrumental trio’s debut album features songs named after Los Angeles streets.

LA LOM embraces cumbia and retro soul with a Los Angeles twist

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