Should It End - CD

The Additives: Should It End

Before the seasoned, road-worn storyteller of Midwest Boy, there was the raw, unbridled energy of The Additives.

Should It End is the definitive time capsule of Joe Rian’s early musical landscape. This record captures a band at the height of their formative years, fueled by garage-born ambition and the kind of electric, no-frills rock and roll that only comes from playing in packed taverns and local dives. 🎸⚡

Why Should It End Matters:

• The Roots of the Sound: Listeners familiar with Rian’s current Americana style will hear the early DNA of his songwriting here—the same grit, the same honesty, and the same penchant for a hook, just delivered with the wild, youthful urgency of his first band.

• A Raw & Unvarnished Experience: Should It End isn't about polish or studio perfection; it’s about the energy of a live band captured in its purest form. It’s an authentic look at the "Windy City" years that helped sharpen Joe Rian’s musical identity.

• A Must-Have for Completionists: For fans looking to trace the evolution of Joe Rian’s craft, this album is an essential chapter. It bridges the gap between his early influences and the matured "roughed-up" roots-rock sound he is known for today.

What to Expect:

Expect punchy, guitar-driven tracks, a "play-it-like-you-mean-it" attitude, and the scrappy charm of a band just finding their voice. It is a vital, high-energy listen that serves as the foundation for everything that followed. 💿🔥