Ian McGettigan
| Ian McGettigan | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada |
| Genres | Indie rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Bass, vocals |
| Years active | 1992–present |
| Labels | Elektra Records, Sonic Unyon Records |
| Associated acts |
Thrush Hermit Camouflage Nights |
Ian McGettigan is a Canadian rock musician and producer. He was the bassist and a singer and songwriter for Thrush Hermit. Touring extensively through Canada and the United States, Thrush Hermit released two EPs on Murderecords, Smart Bomb and Great Pacific Ocean. They signed to the American label Elektra Records and released their full length Sweet Homewrecker. Their 1999 album Clayton Park, on Sonic Unyon Records, was their most successful album, both critically and commercially.
Following Thrush Hermit's break-up, McGettigan produced and contributed to a number of acts and projects, including Joel Plaskett Emergency,[1] Peter Elkas,[2] Jewish Legend,[3] Two Hours Traffic,[4] and many more.
McGettigan continues to record and perform with Thrush Hermit's Rob Benvie in Camouflage Nights. Though originally intended for 2008, their debut album has yet to be released.
References
- ↑ Armstrong, Kenneth (2008-10-18). "Emergency at Great Northern Conference Center and Resort". Sault Ste. Marie: SooNews.ca. Retrieved 2010-04-11.
- ↑ McDonald, Neil (2005-09-09). "Peter Elkas on Tour". Soul Shine Magazine. Retrieved 2010-04-11.
- ↑ Rayner, Ben (2007-02-15). "Jewish Legend in his own time". Toronto Star. Retrieved 2010-04-11.
- ↑ McGuirk, William (2007-07-20). "An interview with Two Hours Traffic". Metroland Durham Region Media Group. Retrieved 2010-04-11.