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.
Umphrey's McGee
Anchor Drops
THE LONG WINTERS
Putting the Days to Bed
The Young Presidents
Firehorse
SNAKE OIL CHARLATANS
Elixir
ADMIRAL RADLEY
I Heart California
SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS
SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS
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