Doug Martsch

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Doug Martsch

Doug Martsch, a native of Boise, Idaho, is best known for his distinctive vocals and guitar style in the band Built to Spill. He has worked with Calvin Johnson of Beat Happening in The Halo Benders. His first band was Farm Days, with Andy Capps and Brett Nelson in the early 80's. His second band was Treepeople, with whom he released three albums and two EPs.

In 2002, he released his first solo album, Now You Know to much critical acclaim.

Martsch is a vegetarian.[1]

Martsch's guitar style blends rock, pop, blues and folk. His influences include J Mascis, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Caustic Resin, Mississippi Fred McDowell, David Bowie, and Neil Young.[citation needed]

References

  1. ^ The 2008 World's Sexiest Vegetarians Are… // Out There // peta2

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