Ian McIntosh - Stuff that's not guitar
Jacob Wise - Stuff that is guitar
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also on the "Alive" Album (may 2009):
Jeremy Edwardson - production. guitars. bgvs. mix.
Jonathan Berlin - guitars. bass. keys. mountain dew. strings and things.
Chris Quilala hit things with sticks.
David Curtain - tough guitars.
Melissa How - sang things.
Jesse [lastname] sang things too.
Influences
dorky glasses. science fiction. happy things. sad things. my imagination.
Sounds Like
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iTunes!
expression58 dance team dances to a Misty Edwards song and "Awakened". AWESOME
"I believe Christian Musicians should be the ones who write the most creative music in the world. I believe God intends to see an industry changed, so He can in turn, turn a nation towards Himself. I often hear people praying for God to change a nation in a day, and I wonder what would happen if He did. If God showed up to every person in the world in a vision and everyone was miraculously changed, I wonder if everyone would still be in the same place the next week. The truth is, there is a stronghold and a willing submission to immorality rooted in the music industry. I am pushing to make the coolest and best music end up being Christian. God has called us to be the head and not the tail. (Deut 28). I believe when we as Christians, who know the most creative being who ever existed, step up and challenge themselves and write the most creative music ever, that we’ll be in a place where we can disciple an industry back to playing moral music. This is my heart. To see a nation changed. I just have a heart for the music industry.
- Ian
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Music
2009 Release Available Now!
2007 - includes the songs Awakened, Such Beauty, and Adoration
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Bio
Though claiming only 20 years of age, Ian McIntosh is already quite an accomplished musician. He has close to 10 years of keyboard playing under his belt, hundreds of hours of live playing time, and dozens of event appearances. Ian has been leading worship many years, and has been working to channel musical influences that include bands such as Sigur Rós, Muse, Delirious, Coldplay, and Mew. He has embarked on a journey to develop a "new sound."
His debut album “Awakened” is full of emotion. It has one of the most distinct sounds around - it sounds nothing like a typical worship album. Instead, the album’s tone is aggressive and atmospheric and connects the listener on a spiritual level. But it is undeniably worship. Starting with the first song “Such Beauty” Ian immediately sets the tone by expressing a need for God. He writes “in all my life, God, keep me lest I die” which then turns into “You are so beautiful, I cannot describe You.” This album is full of passionate, energetic songs including “You Are”, “Always Good”, and “Everything Good”. The other aspect of the album shows up in the title track “Awakened.” These songs are very moving titles that express worship in a different way than is normally seen. Some have very few words, and are explosive, emotional and moving in the melodies carried by vocals and instruments alike. The track “Adoration” is mostly a poem, ending the album in a complete expression of worship that is concluded by singing with no lyrics.
Whether it’s the dramatic piano hooks, the ethereal vocals, or the massive guitars behind it all, the music is compellingly creative in nature. Powerful and airy hooks show up throughout the album. Each song encourages the listener to respond in some way. Some people will respond by singing along, while others respond inwardly. This album begs for a response. This album is explosive.
Ian is one of the most refreshing things to hit worship. His music challenges stereotypes and brings about responses. He is an artist to look for this year, as his debut album “Awakened” is introduced and his music becomes a movement in itself.
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“Ian's music is pure genius. The purity of his heart is the reason why you can easily “see God” in it. He inspires me as a musician as well as a believer. With genuine excitement I highly recommend his album, “Awakened” to you!”
-Rick Pino
Fire Rain Ministries
"Ian's new cd "Awakened" is one of my favorite cds at the moment! The song 'Such Beauty' is at the top of my list! This cd has a very modern sound and is unlike any worship cd I have heard. I highly recommend this cd!"
- Brian Johnson
Worship Pastor, Bethel Church
Writer of "O Taste and See", and "Where You Go I'll Go"
Dude i love that song Faithful its refreshing! i love that sound.. Amazing.. I live in Cincinnati Ohio and go to a Church called Church on Fire, and we have alot of artists visit every year. It would be cool to see you come for one of our Pursuit conferences! Hey check out Tony Sutherland you will like his style as well! Blessings
I love you music. It's a great refresher. God blessed you with some incredible talent, and with that talent.....you should convince everyone to bless Anchorage, Alaska :D
May God continue to use your life, I think its powerful sound, I wonder what the PADS was using the album Consumed, Motif or even something else, I'm keyboardist, too, and am looking for a sound climate PAD to do, do not know if able to understand, I am Brazilian and I used the google translator. (I will learn ... hehe) Thanks
thanks for the add. I like your piano work man. Are you playing for any bands currently or just doing your own stuff? I'm just finishing recording my first album, but don't have a band together yet.
Thank you a ton for being my friend man it means a lot. I really enjoy your tunes and cannot wait to hear more. I am probably going to purchase your album when I get some cash/.
I am seriously so drawn to everybody up in redding/bethel. You've really got some awesome music. Keep doing what're you doing, it's like hearing your heart for God.. and its good. Hopefully i will be able to purchase some of your work soon! Be blessed my brother!
Thank so much for your passion for Jesus, and giving 'Alive' away for free. That does take humility. And don't let any comments or compliments take that spirit of humility away from you.
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