La Luz

About

Founded in 2012, La Luz is an American rock band from Seattle comprised of Shana Cleveland, Marian Li Pino, Abbey Blackwell, and Katie Jacobson. The band has released five critically acclaimed studio albums: It's Alive, Weirdo Shrine, Floating Features, the self-titled La Luz on the Hardly Art label, and News of the Universe on Sub Pop. La Luz is recognized for their distinctive "surf noir" style, characterized by layered vocal harmonies that define their sound. Beyond their studio recordings, the band is known for their energetic live performances, which often feature Soul Train-inspired dance contests and crowd surfing that engage audiences in unique and memorable ways.