Looking West is a trio of young musicians born and raised in Ventura County, California. Their original music is a unique blend of rock styles and genres. When not playing a live gig or at the studio, you can find
Steve Kramer – VenturaRockSpot
Steve Kramer, known for cover music performs one of his originals.
Max Kasch – VenturaRockSpot
Max Kasch has been playing music since he could hold an instrument. He was raised on a large ranch in the upper Ojai Valley.
Will Breman – VenturaRockSpot
Will Breman’s style is as eclectic as his background. His musical upbringing began with voice lessons from his mother and teaching himself guitar. Since then, Will has tried everything from screaming in metal bands to serenading at coffee shops and
Spinz – VenturaRockSpot
Scott William Lykins also known as Spinz, was born in Oxnard, California and raised in Ventura, California.
Jayden Secor – VenturaRockSpot
Jayden Secor picked up the guitar when he was 11 years old and found a passion for playing blues and classic rock music.
Bone Maggot – VenturaRockSpot
Bone Maggot is a metal band based out of Southern California. Since their conception, they’ve captured awards two years in a row for Ventura County’s best metal band.
Medicine Hat – VenturaRockSpot
Michelle Votrian and Robert Ramirez speak with Pam Baumgardner about Medicine Hat, which is described as “Lonesome Desert Rock with an emphasis on melody and rich harmonies. Their fresh Americana sound is the perfect soundtrack for long drives down lonely
Jodi Farrell – VenturaRockSpot
Jodi Farrell is a long-time solo singer/songwriter. She was also awarded the City of Ventura’s “2016 Mayor’s Art Award for Arts Educator”, an award presented to an individual or organization whose achievements and contributions to arts education have been significant
Hunter Ackerman – VenturaRockSpot
Hunter Ackerman plays an acoustic song, “Highway 1.” Outside of the pandemic he is also known for his band, Hunter & The Dirty Jacks, described as “Retro Fresh Rock & Roll Soul.”