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Performing music with roots in Americana, containing deep intertwining layers of
melody, rhythm and time reminiscent of Eastern Europe, oso is creating rock music that’s moving beyond the boundaries of genre. Described as ‘technical folk’ and ‘math-rock world music’, oso makes music that blends the intensity of sweeping compositions with the intimacy of heart-felt vocals.
With ‘a circus-like sense of theater’, oso’s performances connect with people due to the sheer energy and emotion of the experience, reaching music lovers of all cultures and ages. As often as they play loud ‘plugged-in’ shows at music venues, oso performs on the street, setting up with acoustic instruments whenever, wherever—Phil on a unicycle, Tim at a child-sized drum set, Nick and Andrew sharing a battery powered amp—always able to deliver exciting music, flexible to any sonic situation. Employing these guerrilla tactics, oso has made music in cities across the United States and Europe, even performing— with Phil atop his unicycle—on a moving bus in South London.
oso began out of the rubble of Chicago post-rock group Volta Do Mar in 2003. The band has been performing in California since 2004, and throughout the US since 2005. During the summers of 2007 and 2008, oso had residencies the UK, playing extensively in London, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, as well as short stints in Berlin and Istanbul.
melody, rhythm and time reminiscent of Eastern Europe, oso is creating rock music that’s moving beyond the boundaries of genre. Described as ‘technical folk’ and ‘math-rock world music’, oso makes music that blends the intensity of sweeping compositions with the intimacy of heart-felt vocals.
With ‘a circus-like sense of theater’, oso’s performances connect with people due to the sheer energy and emotion of the experience, reaching music lovers of all cultures and ages. As often as they play loud ‘plugged-in’ shows at music venues, oso performs on the street, setting up with acoustic instruments whenever, wherever—Phil on a unicycle, Tim at a child-sized drum set, Nick and Andrew sharing a battery powered amp—always able to deliver exciting music, flexible to any sonic situation. Employing these guerrilla tactics, oso has made music in cities across the United States and Europe, even performing— with Phil atop his unicycle—on a moving bus in South London.
oso began out of the rubble of Chicago post-rock group Volta Do Mar in 2003. The band has been performing in California since 2004, and throughout the US since 2005. During the summers of 2007 and 2008, oso had residencies the UK, playing extensively in London, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, as well as short stints in Berlin and Istanbul.
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KNIFE_ME_IN wrote:
Dig it
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Wurstbruch wrote:
last.fm self-descriptions are awful. This one is a pretty gross example. I'm still fascinated by their terribleness in a sick way.
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Misfeasance wrote:
Kuno Esama is amazing, cover to cover, and I could listen to it all day. UTI Towards Some Midnight, despite being under two minutes in length, is probably my favorite. I'll definitely be recommending this to friends.
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mistahgreevz wrote:
i am ecstatic to see last.fm page for this band. saw the last show at soho in SB. epically good.
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Petrufel wrote:
sweeet
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brettbott wrote:
Phil, has anyone ever told you, you look identical to the front man of Here We Go Magic, you're just a lil be taller. For the longest time I thought you left Oso to be in Here We Go Magic. He has similar mannerisms while performing too, was wondering if he would break out the unicycle. You tell me if you see the similarities. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKLKszXzHts
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lindsey_fru wrote:
gooooodstufffffff
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Hanatarash91 wrote:
need to check this band out. someone recommend me an album
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BrianFace wrote:
So much love for OSO!
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Mypeepeeburns wrote:
http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=05FD21C5CB46644E
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Nibzor wrote:
Really fantastic band.
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zlywilk86 wrote:
rock Oso makes me VOMIT
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lexstatic wrote:
Thanks for coming to Arkham on Friday!
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BackwardsBoy wrote:
rap oso makes me LOL
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timbeutler wrote:
hey, i'm the drummer! Thanks for whoever put up this page for us!
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NATALiAPLUViA wrote:
saw them in glasgow. MENTAL. great performance, i loved it.
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radiorice wrote:
I saw these guys yesterday, they are the best band I've seen this year!
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dnigh wrote:
New album is the best. It's my favorite album of 2008 so far.
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BackwardsBoy wrote:
Because Volta Do Mar were math rock, it doesnt mean these guys are.
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jon_grip wrote:
Wade the Tide shreds really hard.
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