I never heard of this kid until his performance on Conan early this week. He did a cover of a Dylan tune from the upcoming tribute album and he is a revelation. What a fucking brilliant slide guitarist too:
Blake Mills: Bob Dylan's "Heart Of Mine" 01/17/12 - Conan on TBS (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5qkF18srbI#ws)
Yes amazing guitar player! He used to be in a band with the guys from Dawes - that's Taylor Goldsmith playing bass with him. He's been touring with Lucinda Williams lately too.
Just got his album...really great stuff. He also kills some Lucinda Williams covers I saw on youtube.