For the Scottish conductor see Iain Sutherland. --- Ian Sutherland was born Ian Christopher Sutherland on November 5, 1987. Born in the South Suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, he grew up with his siter and his mom in a small, very drafrty house. His father passed away when Ian was only 5 years old, and he claims this is constantly inspiring him to write. He says "I suppose it's almost like with all of my songs, I'm trying to communicate with my father, I think it's worked once or twice. Read more on Last.fm