2004-08-31
Ian quickly realized that doing the Stevie Ray Vaughn thing would only take you so far.While his early records had great moments that showcased his soaring vocals, the turf had been covered. So, he cut his hair, got out of Texas, moved to Portland and - 10 years later - blues isn’t even part of the picture.
Instead, he now navigates a, yes, luminous atmospheric pop landscape filled with stretching, yawning, shifting vistas.
Oh, so nice.
ATLAS GENIUS
When It Was Now
PROFESSOR LOUIE AND THE CROWMATIX
Whispering Pines
Moe.
The Conch
ANDY FAIRWEATHER LOW
Sweet Soulful Music
American Dinosaur
One For The Birds
THE FAREWELL DRIFTERS
Tomorrow Forever
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