Bio

Ian's musical talents started to sprout after taking up guitar lessons. At the age of 16 Ian took to the stage, joining his church youth band playing acoustic guitar. Ian's first public performances took place in his school, in between breaks and in various class rooms; not knowing that this would be his career an life style. At the age of 18 Ian composed and wrote his first song. After completing school Ian started performing in various well-known venues in George. After 2 years of various careers, Ian decides to follow his dream, and started to perform full-time. Short after word to share the stage with some of South – Africa's top mucicians, “Jan Blohm, Ettiene Steyn, Bok van Blerk, Jakkie Louw, Jac Blanc as-well as the-legendary Koos Kombuis. Ian made his statement at KKNK 2007 with 16 performances. Early January 2007 Ian decided to move to Pretoria, in search of a record deal to wich his fans asked and begged so dearly. In Pretoria he meets his band and starts to perform in various well-known venues, becoming one of the favourite musicians in Pretoria. In May 20007 Ian starts to record his first album in George at THE GARAGE, the producer Darrel de Lange. The cd's title would be In Geheim. Ian's sound would be best described as complamation of Dave Matthews Band, The Calling and Matchbox 20. Ian's performances are described as energetic and full of passion. Feel free to visit www.myspace.com/ianhallband [b]