Temple Of Tone

For Indiana the guitar isn't just an instrument—it’s a passport. From the recording booths of Interscope Records to bus and van tours with Side One Dummy and Hairball 8 artists, Indy has spent years earning his stripes in the music industry.

His background is defined by a dichotomy: the precision required for session work and the endurance required for international/national touring. But what truly sets Indy apart is his encyclopedic love for music history. A self-proclaimed "classic rock nerd," he refuses to be boxed into a single genre. On any given day, you are just as likely to catch him studying the nuances of a Jazz standard as you are to hear him channeling the raw energy of Rockabilly or the heaviness of Metal.

Drawing from a deep well of influences—including Folk, Blues, and R&B—Indy approaches every gig with the ear of a session pro and the soul of a fan.

• The "Nerd" Factor: Favorite Rig 1965 Fender Princeton, Boss GT1000, Gibson SG, Les Paul, 335. Fender Tele/ Strat Gretsch Nashville.