Which American rock band is from New Mexico Circa Survive or The Shins?
The Shins The Shins are an American indie rock band from Albuquerque, New Mexico, formed in 1996. The band's current lineup consists of James Mercer (vocals, guitar, songwriter), Jon Sortland (drums), Mark Watrous (guitar), Casey Foubert (guitar), Yuuki Matthews (bass), and Patti King (keyboards). The band is based in Portland, Oregon.
Jared James Nichols Jared James Nichols is an American blues-rock guitarist and singer from the state of Wisconsin. He is best known for his high-energy performances and 'pick-less' electric guitar playing technique. He is rarely seen without playing his 'signature' single-pickup Les Paul Custom nick-named "Old Glory". He fronts a "power-trio" under his name, rooted in the early 1970s hard-rock vein of Cream and Mountain. He resides in Los Angeles, California.