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.
MASON PROPER
There Is A Moth In Your Chest
THE BIRD AND THE BEE
Ray Guns Are Not Just the Future
ATLANTA RHYTHM SECTION
With All Due Respect
Franz Ferdinand
Tonight
Bruce Hornsby
Halcyon Days
PEOPLE GET READY
Physiques
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