Iamb (band)

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Iamb is a band from the Central Coast of California. While it began as a solo recording project by frontman Ross Major, Iamb now performs with various members as a band. The music can be described as a combination of indie, post-rock, or folk music.

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The music video for Iamb's first single, "I Don't Care What Happens," has been featured on MTV and MTVu.

Iamb has released a full-length album and a 7" record on independent label Real Love Records

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References

  1. Major, Ross. "Farewell". Cllct.com. Archived from the original on March 22, 2012. Retrieved April 14, 2012.