Ian Moore

Ian Moore is a Texas-bred musician who's been bending genres and winning hearts since the early 1990s. Originally breaking out of Austin’s buzzing music scene, this singer-songwriter and fiery guitarist blends rock, blues, and soul with a poetic, rootsy edge. His self-titled 1993 debut album introduced his signature mix of swagger and sensitivity, featuring standouts like "Blue Sky" and "Harvest," while later releases like *And All the Colors* (1995) showcased his knack for thoughtful storytelling and smoky vocals. Over the years, Moore’s toured with legends like The Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, earned critical praise for his live performances (check out the gritty *Blue Sky (Live at Texas Music Café)*), and cultivated a loyal following for his genre-defying sound.

Though he’s flirted with grunge-era fame, Moore’s career has been defined by artistic evolution. Recent tracks like "Gimme Some Love," "Strange Days," and "Small Things" reveal a matured songwriter leaning into soulful grooves and introspective lyrics, while still tearing it up on guitar. Whether he’s riffing on heartland rock (“Texas Headhunters”) or slipping into melancholy balladry (“Kathleen”), Moore remains a dynamic, road-tested artist whose work feels both timeless and freshly inventive. His music—raw, melodic, and full of Texas soul—keeps bridging the gap between dive-bar grit and existential wanderlust.

Genres

Blues Rock

Modern Blues

Alternative

Folk

Indie Rock

Singer-songwriter

Rock

Soul

Jazz

Blues

Country

Americana

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Latest Release

Texas Headhunters

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Ian Moore

Album - 12 Tracks - Released August 22, 2025