Ian's Fortress - For You
Rock, Folk, Classic Rock
California, United States
Overall Impression: Leading the way with an atmospherically chilled out groove, Ian's Fortress crafts a sprawling sonic space from quintessential Classic Rock elements in the original track, "For You"! Quickly, the initial lilt gives way to a steadily driving pulse - lending a solid foundation for earnest vocal efforts and soulful Blues Rock riffs that echo with sincerity as "For You" spirals onward and outward.
Strongest Point(s): Adventurous in feel and immersive in overall tone, "For You" brilliantly bears a now timeless instrumental sound! The tones selected for the various instruments work excellently for the style and blend well in the song's final mix - effortlessly inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the soundscape and lose themselves to the feel. The solo guitar work that weaves the final minutes of "For You" is as easy-going as it gets, nearly mesmerizing those that tune in. The inclusion of a different percussive feel and drive in the track's introduction also adds depth and drama to the experience through contrast while still feeling as though it belongs to the whole. Killer work!
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Blues Rock and just a hint of Psychedelic flair will fall headlong into the sound that Ian's Fortress is developing - with the overall arc of "For You" offering listeners a journey through nostalgia-filled instrumental tones and hypnotic solo guitar expedition!
Artist target suggestions: The Doors, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Donovan, Joe Walsh, Buffalo Springfield, George Harrison, Jethro Tull, The Who, The Yardbirds, The Doobie Brothers, Badfinger, Crosby Stills & Nash, Canned Heat, Allman Brothers Band, Band Of Skulls, Black Mountain, J.J. Cale, Led Zeppelin, The Good the Bad & the Queen
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About the Reviewer:
Jon Wright is a trained multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and music educator with nearly twenty years of experience in the field. Working with musicians and their individual sounds is his passion and profession, and he strives to interact with and understand every aspect of the production process - from theory and songwriting to recording and mastering. He continues to teach students of all ages and is currently collaborating with artists across a wide range of genres.