Artist description A Scatalogical blend of everything Ian loves about music...Melody, harmony, quirky shifts of mood, a constant desire to not do what is expected,and a snarky sense of humour, infecting even the nicest of songs!His forthcoming debut solo album "Songs Everyone Will Hat" will live up to its name!

Music Style Alternative/Power-Pop/Experimental

Musical Influences Frank Zappa, Mr. Bungle, Elliot Smith, Aimee Mann, Fountains Of Wayne, Brian Wilson, Igor Stravinsky

Similar Artists The Beatles, Beach Boys, Frank Zappa, Mr. Bungle, Guided By Voices, Ben Folds Five

Artist History Ian Tanner was a member of two Canadian bands, both associated with the American Gospel music industry, often mistakenly called "ministry!"After doing 2 albums in the 1980's with his band The Awakening, he and longtime friend and colaborator Andrew Horrocks formed One Hundred Days, and subsequently released 5 albums before ending their touring band and performing relationship in 1999.Ian has since turned to recording strange and unbalanced works on his own at home.

Group Members Ian Tanner - A shameless Solo Act!

Instruments Vocals, Bass, Guitars, Keyboards, Drums, Programming, Plagerizing!

Albums The Ian Tanner Pop Nightmare - a double live album of cover tunes... Feb2000, and Songs Everyone Will Hat - due out in July 2000

Press Reviews No Press Reviews yet. Forthcoming.

Additional Info Send E-Mail to Ian at info@iantanner.com

Location Waterloo, Ontario - Canada

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