Socks and Chimes (Ian Merrigan and Zibby Allen) met, began making music, and touring the west coast in the mid 2000’s. In 2011 their debut album, "I Love You Overall," was  recorded surreptitiously in a subterranean studio in an old Hollywood apartment building  called The Alto Nido. The resulting album is an unvarnished, whimsical, and candid portrayal of the profound, multifaceted, and sometimes heart-achey connection shared by the duo. It serves as a poignant snapshot of a specific chapter in their lives in Los Angeles, marked by their unwavering pursuit of art, dreams, financial stability, and love.

A decade later, their creative bond remains robust. Although their current lives are markedly different—both are married to wonderful partners, raising children, flourishing in their television careers, and residing around the world—they persist in connecting through song and storytelling. Ian and Zibby are now slowly working on a new album, which is a testament to both the enduring affection they hold for each other and the personal growth they've experienced over the past decade since their harmonious collaboration began.