Australian sensation Hopkinson's soon to be released album 'Strangers To Ourselves' is causing quite a stir. Recently single '(Take Away) The Drama' topped the American Idol Underground Rock Chart, 'Angel (Wanted You To Be There)' was nominated for best alternative song in the L.A Music Awards, and the record won 'DIY Album Of The Year' in Hollywood. 'His dreamy, sophisticated sound was tabbed by the judges as a compelling blend of influences that's uniquely Hopkinson.' It's a bumper start for the record and songsmith's Ian Hopkinson & George Merrill.