Since their formation in late 2011, the bluesy rock outfit Looksy has made themselves a staple in the Tuscaloosa, AL music scene.

Looksy is ready to release their first full-length album and they want the community that means so much to them to be a part of it all.

Bass player Kyle Posten said,

This project means the world to us. It's something we've dreamed about and been building up to for many years. Music has been a part of each of our lives since we were very young and we believe this is our chance to make an album that we are proud of and that lots of people will enjoy.

After releasing a handful of songs in 2012, the band’s first official EP Deeper Into the Woods was released in the summer of 2013, showcasing the band’s unique rock and roll sound with 5 diverse tunes. The band has had the pleasure of playing shows all over the southeast and appear in festivals such as the 2013 and 2014 Secret Stages festival in Birmingham, AL. Looksy is a band who always aim to keep things loud and vibrant, crafting melodies that are sure to stick with you and keep you moving.

Vocalist and lead guitarist Daniel Ingram adds,

As a band that would like to work towards longevity in what we do, the Indiegogo process has been a humbling experience for us. We are excited to find out not only that people are willing to help, but also that the relationship between bands and their supporters can be cultivated in a new way. Being able to give our music and our time directly to the fans who want it is an incredible opportunity and one we’re excited for.

The new album has been a long time in the making as the band has been debuting new songs since almost immediately after their first EP was released. They wanted to keep things as fresh as possible for their full-length debut and just kept writing until they found the perfect 12 songs to release as a whole. The songs range from raucous bluesy anthems all the way down to melodic piano ballads, with inspiration from all over the musical spectrum.

Guitarist Rob Keating said,

We really wanted every side of Looksy to be represented on the album. Our influences are all over the place and I think that helps keep our music refreshing and exciting for listeners. These songs are the perfect embodiment of where we are as a band and we want people to enjoy listening to them as much as we enjoy getting to play them.

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