Ian Moore Interview

[ChildStocks]

I was at this show...wow that was 7 years ago! He played the whole set on an acoustic...was a very cool show!

[yairdann]

I shot this in 2004 after catching him in Kansas City years earlier during his Via Satellite Tour. I didnt get turned on to his earlier bluesy stuff till later and I like both though they seem so far apart in growth. I respect how he tries to progress in his music whereever that goes and he was very candid in the questions I was asking and I'm not the best interviewer. He gave me his time and you don't often get to sit and talk with your fave musicians like this.....rock on.

[biglloyddobbs]

What a pretentious bore.

[b4d27]

@biglloyddobbs He's pretentious for being honest? He says he's never satisfied and always wants it to be better than what it is. He also admits he has a pretty small fan base that has stuck with him through the changes. Did you listen to this at all? I think you're fuckin' douche.

[coach777777]

Liberty Lunch!

[oganmy9]

I for one have been a fan from the first album to now. For those who call this gay, grow up and expand your mind just a little.

[kdjfnvjvd]

i cant believe how his soft relaxed voice in this interview is the same enourmous voice i hear when he's on stage.

[gtrjoe68]

Ian WTF pick up a fender strat and get back to Texas.

[7a2a6a1a9a]

but he is nothing like his dad...i hope---- i can bet most of you didn't know that

[annamarieintex]

it's messed up that you're on here dissing Ian's Dad! His Dad had a huge influence on him! -and his Dad wasn't a dick....if he was... Ian wouldn't be Ian...and Ian is NOT a dick! He is beautiful and kind!

[7a2a6a1a9a]

His dad never cared for him his dad never cared for anybody. Ian though probly became what his is now from neglect, you really have no right to say anything about something that never concerned you

[annamarieintex]

WHY? are you even talking about Ian's Dad??? this interview is about Ian's music!!! Your story doesn't sound logical...you sound like a nut-job wanting attention. Even if you are a legit step brother to Ian....IT is WRONG to air Ian's family biz for all to read! Ian is a private person and you need to respect that..and you need to stop feeling sorry for yourself and grow up!

[annamarieintex]

@7a2a6a1a9a....stop feeling sorry for yourself....stop posting lies and rumors about Ian and his Dad...the stuff you're saying doesn't ring true...you are an obvious liar and a total idiot.

[8thEastTexasBlues]

@7a2a6a1a9a weird al?? that explains it all. why is his dad even an issue?

[7a2a6a1a9a]

I can honestly say that i knew Ian before he even hard a band, yes I'd say years before he did. I new much about him and his music has deeply change from the songs he used to do. But he's always made music. Even once he helped me with a song he played the guitar while i sang the lyrics that he wrote. If you think I'm lying well if you ever meet him in person and talk to him ask about his former step-brother. I am his former step brother. but his dad was an ass I'm sorry to say

[annamarieintex]

@7a2a6a1a9a: Don't say Ian's Dad is an "ass"...that's Ian's Dad...who had a huge influence on him...take the time to read the liner notes of Luminaria and grow up! -Plus you should never dis the parents of an artist that has helped you...cuz that is the same as dissing them!!!!!

[7a2a6a1a9a]

lol saying grow up to a 12 year could only make sence but an adult saying that to a 12 year old is really sad, your sad. And if you only knew his father who never really cared for him, you probly wouldn't be defending him.

[annamarieintex]

Again....WHY are you talking about personal stuff on youtube!? WHY are you talking about Ian's dad? It has nothing to do with the Oklahoma interview! If you were on here talking about Ian's music...whether in a negative way or positive way...then I'd respect that...but you're on here trashing Ian's dad....get over it and grow up. Ian's Dad is Ian's biz....

[7a2a6a1a9a]

I can respect that, but your perspective on life and human behavior is extremely off. The place called reality, just isn't the place where you are. Obviously you can only bask in the people who have accomplished something in life. So Ian not only is a good artist but it sounds like his existence helps you feel more important, and thats just lame. Pull your head out of the clouds.

[annamarieintex]

@7a2a1a9a....you don't know my perspective on anything..you don't even know me to assume such things. I think YOU are jealous of Ian Moore and that's why you keep getting on here and saying stupid obvious lies. And by the way, yes, Ian's existance does help me feel better! I love Ian and will always be a huge fan of him and his music! You will always be a person that is full of self pity and a waste of space loser!

[7a2a6a1a9a]

Jealous? I wouldn't be jealous, I admire Ian because of the life he had to live before he got where he is. He got his drivers licence when he was 21 i got mine when i was 16, he was a highschool dropout and i graduated, at one time he didn't have any place to live. It's only fair he has what he has now. Will i become as prestiges as him, probably not, but i obviously have already made more of myself than you have. I don't have to live in the shadow of someone great just to get by.

[TheMrPandami]

@7a2a6a1a9a Your such a lier he never had a step brother he has a real brother. And his dad is not an ass he is my grandpa. And he died.

[BlusherAmsterdam]

He's changed so much since the days of the cocky-rock star attitude that was part of the young Ian Moore. Surpinsingly, I kinda liked it better than the down to earth, sincere and genuine Ian... yet I appreciate his honesty...

Mmmh OK. I just got to the part where he says he's married. sucks, that made him lose the fire. He got soft. : )

[fedroger]

to much fucking pot smoking.

[bexdad]

I was a fan of his in the beginning before he even before he made an album, so It was

not because of the radio. Then he completely changed his style of music and big right after his live album and big surprise, me and a lot of his fans left him...it's not really intellectually honest to make 3 full albums of one style of music and then do a complete 180 into something radically different and then say to long time fans "well you just don't get it"..I get it, it's just not good anymore thats all

[cactus337]

It's not "intellectually honest"? What the fuck does that mean? So he's not a 1 trick pony. Just because YOU don't like something, doesn't mean it's not good. He doesn't owe 'long time fans' anything. He makes music, if you like it you buy it. You weren't supporting him because you're a good samaritan. He didn't sprinkle magic pixie dust and change the music on the 3 albums you bought, so the fuck you care what he does now? Just sit there listening to those albums & shut the fuck up.

[bexdad]

Wow! Very intelligently articulated. What I meant,(for anyone able to understand it) is that all musicians evolve and explore, but that dosen't mean we throw out the baby with the bathwater. I met Ian a few times and we discussed how blues rock was evolving and he needed more than just that, but he has no right to be shocked that record sales dissapeared when switched his style from lyrically melodic, well crafted blues with superb guitar work to dissonant angst ridden college radio music.

[kuei1248]

I concur. If the music he played now was the first music I heard from Ian Moore I probably would have hit the next fm button on the radio and never given it a second thought.

Modern day folklore was brilliant. Wish THAT Ian Moore was still around. He was great.

[Tafkal1]

Ian did the Travis Tritt thing and told the record industry that they can't tell him what to write. I am one of his biggest fans and see him every chance I get, he always amazes me,check-out his site for listings. You may see Beatle Bob there.

[bexy575]

hes american? damn

he would be better if he was from London UK

(:

[nochanceiv]

I tried to get into this show. It was in a small club, packed, summer, little to no air conditioning. In the end, we didn't go. I wish I had.....

Ian's a good guy. I've talked with him several times over the years and he's true to what he believes in. Not many can say they've lived true to their convictions.

[laidbacklala]

man I like this guy

[streetsurvivor77]

All i was sayin was very few of are blesed with so much soul.And it really is a shame when it isnt being used.I am still a fan.But I just love soul music.

Soul power.

[davevontexas]

It's a crime that Ian's version of 'Hey Bulldog' isn't on the you tube. I may have to break some copyright laws myself and post something.

[MRCAB]

I was there at his concert on Hollywood, right after the 2004 presidential election when he was booed on stage LOL. Pretty funny... I love his work though :-)

[lunsj]

Why was he booed?

[MRCAB]

He couldn't stop talking about Bush getting reelected; and how unbelievable it was to him, that Californians would elect some one like Schwarzenegger. Too bad he didn't know any of the background. Arnold was a breath of fresh air, after that last governor. blah blah blah.. but that's another story...

Most of the people were worn-out from all the election crap, and they really didn't want to hear anything more. They were there to get away from it all. "shut up and play!"

[moyacult]

Ian Moore, gave us so so many bone chilling shows. We all change and we all grow - stay true to yourself. Can't help it I love the ripping guitar guy.

[forensicbio]

Awesome performer...his music, journey, and soul are an amazing site to behold!!

[pxlchk1]

Kronth, while I am reluctant to respond to someone who is most likely just trolling around, I will tell you that I have known Ian for over 10 years and he has been a guest in my home many times. I know his family and that he is a hard working musician and an incredibly dedicated father and partner. A drunkard he is not, nor has he ever been. Making such loose comments is wreckless and speaks volumes about the character of their author.

[atx423musicfan]

Amazing perfomer!!!

[streetsurvivor77]

too bad for this guy his firts 2 albums absolutely were wrenched with so so so much soul now i just dont get it but he had so oh so much soul at one time what a shame really kinda sad he thinks hes makin deeper statements but not too many people r feelin it get a grip ian your career blows  god gave you a blessing and you are blowing it jim jones had a good solid following too you idiot god bless this man anyways

[barrycasebeer]

If you can't understand the journey this man has made with his music career then I would suggest you check your head. He's been completely true to himself as opposed to someone else's vision for how they could market him as a guitar shredder. IMO he's not so much concerned with "making a statement" as writing songs that capture his life experience & sharing it with people...even those that say it "blows."

[BlusherAmsterdam]

I can't recall people having conversations at his early concerts. And not just because the amps were louder but because his music commanded attention, caught you by the balls and wouldn't let go. It was a wave of passion and energy that appealled to my senses a lot more than the intimate-accoustic stuff. I kinda miss it but I respect the guy for his integrity.

[thistlesw]

@BlusherAmsterdam Your description of his early shows is right on. They were raw, emotional and mesmerizing, and he was given 'The Next Stevie Ray' status by fans and critics alike. I used to watch him in Deep Ellum, Dallas, Tx., when it was just him, his bass player and drummer. I don't know why they weren't signed with him, but I do know that it was magic when they took the stage. His Strat had a voice of it's own, and combined with Ian's voice, well, you just had to be there.

[CatMommy]

Ho Hum...blah blah blah...how boring. Just play your instrumentman and close your mouth. No one cares...Yada yada yada.

[iktomi76]

Kronth, I think you're off your head, saying he has a drinking problem. Wow, what a backhanded compliment.

Why not just say something really ugly next time.

[antifascistpunk]

My all time favorite artist. Such a journey in his music. I was thrilled to find the interview. A little sad that he's married now! (this isn't my account, don't judge the poor kid)

[tsarka1888]

Ian, I saw you at the TLA {philly} many moons ago. I never forgot your show. good luck with everything.

[Kronth]

Great Musician and Entertainer. His carrier would be through the roof if it wasn't for his bad drinking habit. Good guy still!

[iheartfender]

Ian definitely doesn't drink anymore, if you don't believe me, ask him, he is standing next to me.

[iambas]

Hey if Ian is standing next to you tell him to post every video he has of himself on here. Damm man give us a bone. haha