the funk rock willis? trio hails from lincoln, ne. built on loud and lovely riffs, the groups perspectives on life dig deeper than the rock facades imply.

the band's freshman effort, kitty, is a six pack of tunes loaded with complex musicality that supports heavy messages with attitude loaded with tasty, groovy riffs, seiko-like stops and king's x-esque harmonies.

like a phoenix, willis? has risen from and expanded on their experience with bands such as aaron zimmer, shy away, polyesther, casting pearls, first love, guacamole and hannah mcneil. "kitty" was recorded at platinum recording studio in lincoln, ne.

lovers of the CD will need a straight jacket during their fun, high energy live shows. to see when they'll be in your neck-o-the-hood, go to www.ilikewillis.com or www.myspace.com/ilikewillis.