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.
My Brightest Diamond
Tear It Down
PEOPLE GET READY
Physiques
Rosie Thomas
These Friends of Mine
Shelby Lynne
Identity Crisis
THE UNLIKELY CANDIDATES
Follow My Feet EP
MENAHAN STREET BAND
Make the Road by Walking
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