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Doug Martsch, a native of Boise, Idaho (U.S.), 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, before Built to Spill, was Treepeople , in which he released three albums. In 2002, he released his first solo album, '' Now You Know '' to much critical success.

Martsch's guitar style blends Rock , Pop , Blues and Folk . His influences include J Mascis , Jimi Hendrix , Led Zeppelin , Caustic Resin , Mississippi Fred McDowell , and Neil Young .