OV WEEKLY: The Calm Before RSD

This week at OV come check us out centering our chakras and getting our feng shui absolutely perfect for Record Store Day this Saturday! In case you didn't know, we reach karmic balance through high fives, so help us out.

Monday, April 14th (that's today!)
Mystic Braves Residency @ The Echo!

Tonight Echo Park faves and OV alums Mystic Braves take the stage with their patented blend of garage and psych rock! Formerly known as Blackfeet Braves, these guys have been gaining recognition within LA over the last couple years, and for good reason. The Braves craft groovy, psychedelic jams that tunnel right to pleasure centers in both your brain and your feet. Their 2013 self-titled album was one of our favorite local records of the year and we are super stoked for their newest record Desert Island which comes out later this month! So stop on by The Echo tonight at 8:30 for a kickass night of music courtesy of Mystic Braves. See you there!




Tuesday, April 15th
Courtney Barnett Double EP Release Party @ Record Club!

Tonight we've got a super special edition of Record Club coming your way courtesy of Courtney Barnett! As part of the release of her newest double EP A Sea Of Split Peas on Mom + Pop, Courtney will be stopping by Record Club to hang and spin her newest record with us!

After years toiling away as a guitarist in other-people’s bands, Courtney Barnett finally gained the courage to step out as a solo artist less than two years ago. Quickly garnering rave reviews for her first two EPs, Courtney released both EPs as A Sea Of Split Peas abroad earlier this year and now the time has come for the U.S release via Mom + Pop! We've been itching to get out hands on A Sea Of Split Peas ever since it first graced our ears and absolutely can't wait to hear it at Record Club tonight!

Alongside spinning A Sea Of Split Peas, we'll also have the record on sale and the first 30 purchases will score you a FREE DRINK! So come on down, hang with Courtney, throw us a couple high fives, and get an awesome peek into the world of Courtney Barnett!




Wednesday, April 16th
Just say NO To New Releases!

We've really only got one thing on our mind for new releases this week and that's the brand new pressing of NO's newest album El Prado! We've been giddy with excitement ever since El Prado came out earlier this year, but now that we can finally get our hands on the band's newest physical release we are over the moon. We expect this baby to roll out of the shop quick so you better come by and pick it up before we can say no to you!




Thursday, April 17th
Future Islands + OV Emily @ Pappy & Harriet's!

Just like last week, if you're looking to rock out with OV, look no further than tonight's Future Islands show at Pappy & Harriet's in Pioneertown! Fresh off of the release of their latest album Singles, Future Islands has been blowing up all over the place and we couldn't be happier with their success. We've been all over these dudes since day one and have been looking forward to this show all month. To make things even better, Em will be rocking the tables between sets and will keep you feet tapping all night long! See you there!





Friday, April 18th
A RSD Checklist Just For You!

These are the essentials people:

1. A highlighted list of our RSD releases (coming soon!)
2. A Sharpie to cross out your pickups -- so satisfying.
3. Elbow pads just in case someone tries to get at your crate
4. An extra pair of socks
5. A record tote for your haul
6. Layers because L.A weather is stupid sometimes
7. Water, duh
8. Sturdy palms for all those OV high fives!


Saturday, April 19th
Record Store Day Is Here!

Where do we even begin? Today is gonna be absolutely crazy so we're just gonna get right down to it and break down today's awesomeness.

Pink Mountaintops @ 8pm
We are beyond excited to welcome Pink Mountaintops in for an acoustic performance. Stephen McBean, who is part of Black Mountain, moved down to Echo Park a couple of years ago and has become a good friend of the shop. This is an in-store we’ve been working on for quite some time and are stoked to finally have it come together. His new album, “Get Back”, comes out on April 29th on Jagjaguwar and this will be the first show for that release. Listen to “North Hollywood Microwaves” (which features Annie Hardy of Giant Drag) off the new album below!



Juan Wauters @ 7pm
Juan Wauters, whom you may also know from the garage-folk band The Beets, recently released his debut solo album, “North American Poetry” on Captured Tracks and we’ve been rocking it hard. This in-store is bound to make Emily and Christine go googoo gaga all night long! Check out the incredible song “Sanity” below!



DJ Sets!
We will have 1 hour DJ sets from these awesome peeps in the DJ community 8am - 5pm!
- Rodrigo Amarante
- Anne Litt (KCRW)
- Mukta Mohan (KXLU)
- Kat Corbett (KROQ)
- Mike Clemenza (Blah Blah Blah Science)
- DJ Soft Touch aka Clifton James Weaver III (Funky Sole)
+ More to be announced!


Here are the ~official~ deets for our RSD shenanigans!

Record Store Day :: Saturday, April 19th :: 8am - 10pm
- OV will open at 8am
- The FIRST customer in line gets to shop OV all by themselves for 5 minutes.
- After that, we will let customers in 10 at a time to ensure we have an easy-going and laid-back shopping experience.
- Each customer is allowed 1 copy per item.


Now that we've planned your week, we hope to see you bright and early on Record Store Day and every other day this week!

OV WEEKLY: Happy St. Patrick's Day!

I'm pretty sure we're legally required to inform you that it's St. Patrick Day. Which it is. Consider yourself informed and grab a drink already! OV Weekly is a perfect pairing to any beverage of your choice.

Monday, March 17th (that's today!)
Tony Molina In-Store! OV Presents Moses Sumney @ The Bootleg!

Tonight at 6PM, we have Tony Molina performing in our very own loft! You know him from projects like Dystrophy, Ovens, Lifetime Problems, Caged Animal, and Violent Change - so needless to say, his solo stuff is top notch. Tony Molina's pop and hardcore projects have gained him a variety of fans, and his guitar riffs and lyrics will definitely take you on a melodramatic emotional journey. We're honored to have an artist that displays such variety in his music in our loft tonight. Not only that, but Slumberland will be reissuing the hard to find LP, Dissed and Dismissed, on 2/25 and we've got it before the street date! You better get down to OV quick!



Next up, Origami is super-stoked to be presenting rising L.A singer-songwriter Moses Sumney at the Bootleg Theatre every Monday in March! A UCLA alum, Moses' craft is a intoxicating mix of soul and folk arranged around liquid guitar lines and unique looped arrangements. Popping up as a special guest for many soon-to-be-big bands, Moses has been receiving glowing reviews across the board without a single physical release to his name, and looks to be moving up in the L.A music world. With talent to spare, Moses' residency at the Bootleg is sure to be a breakout success and we look forward to seeing him and you there every Monday this March! Give a listen to a live performance of "Replaceable" and we'll see you tonight at 9PM!




Tuesday, March 18th
"Bob Dylan In The 80s" Tribute Album Premiere Party! Record Club!

Tonight at 7PM, we're gonna be premiering ATO Records' newest tribute compilation Bob Dylan In The 80s: Volume One a week before it hits stores!

Now we know "Dylan in the 80s" might be the best way to elicit cringes from Dylan fans, but for some Dylan-ites, the singer-songwriter's flirtation with new styles in his "lost" decade represent a hotbed of forgotten gems. Headed by producers Jesse Lauter (Elvis Perkins, The Low Anthem) and Sean O’Brien (Dawes, PAPA), Bob Dylan In The 80s: Volume One features covers by a wide range of alt stars including Built To Spill, Aaron Freeman of Ween, Glen Hansard, Reggie Watts, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, and more! This newest compilation from ATO is sure to open a new page in Dylan lore and we couldn't be more excited to play it for you a week before its release!

Afterwards, why not head on over to El Prado for another weekly dose of Record Club? In celebration of Dylan, we'll be playing some of our favorite tracks and would love to hear yours too! It's gonna be a great evening and we really hope to see you there!

Wednesday, March 19th
OV Turns 5 Lineup Announcement!

You heard that right, OV is almost 5 years old! To celebrate, we're planning a pretty incredible event on April 3rd to celebrate the 5 year existence of our little record shop! Sometime today, we will be announcing the 5 bands that will be headlining the event, so you're gonna wanna keep your eyes glued to our feed all day long!


Thursday, March 20th
Last Chance At Killer Pre-Orders! Nobunny + Shannon & The Clams @ Echoplex!

March is about to heat up with some awesome new releases, so don't miss your chance to pre-order three of our most looked forward to records -- Future Islands, Tony Molina & James Supercave! All three come bundled with some super goodies, so you better get clicking cause today's the last day to order!

James Supercave "The Afternoon" GET IT!
Tony Molina "Dissed and Dismissed" (Reissue) (Ltd. Ed. Red Vinyl + Poster & Sticker) GET IT!
Future Islands - Singles (PRE-ORDER | Signed LP) GET IT!



Also, if ya can't wait for Friday to get out all your punk rock dancing feels, then come on down to The Echoplex tonight and join us for some rowdy high fiving to Nobunny alongside Hunx & His Punx, Shannon & The Clams and Cherry Glazerr! This group includes some of our favorite bands working in L.A and we can't wait to see them all rock out in the Echoplex! See you there!


Friday, March 21st
Son of the Velvet Rat In-Store!

OV is very excited to have Son Of The Velvet Rat perform in our loft tonight at 7PM! This talented group masters the art of Eurpoean folk music that captivates listeners with poetic lyrics. Their dark-European folk music has a beautiful cathartic feel that is especially exemplified in their new album, Firedancer. Recent transplants to the L.A music scene, we're super excited both to have them in our store and welcome them to L.A!




Saturday, March 22nd
Coldair In-Store!

Tonight at 7PM we've got Poland's very own Coldair performing in our loft! Centered on the work of multi-instrumentalist Tobiasz Biliński, Coldair features an eclectic mix of inspirations that range from ambient computer soundscapes to large scale brass orchestras. Bringing all of these elements together in a art-pop form, Coldair is both eminenantly listenable and thoroughly experimental. As part of his new U.S tour, Coldair will be stopping by our loft tonight and we absolutely stoked to see what magic he'll bring to the stage.



Sunday, March 23rd
Seahaven In-Store!

Tonight at 5PM, Torrance locals Seahaven will be filling our loft with their subtle combination of emo, indie and post-punk sounds! On their newest album Reverie Lagoon: Music For Escapism, Seahaven brings together their trademark sound with warm, beach-y reverb vibes perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon. Stopping by our little shop to sing your cares away, Seahaven's carefree pop sound gets started at 5PM. So come join us as we drift off to musical nirvana!



Now that we've planned your week, we can't wait to see you here every day!

NEW RELEASES: These New Releases Haven't Lost That Loving Feeling

Here are some lovin' new releases to get your lover, friend, or yourself for Valentines Day ;)

Aa - VoyAager ...GET IT

Actress - Ghettoville ...GET IT

The Soft Moon - Feel b/w Hunger 7" ...GET IT

Dead Moon - Trash And Burn (Reissue) ...GET IT

Eleni Mandell - Let's Fly A Kite ...GET IT

Austin Leonard Jones - Sundowners ...GET IT
Austin Leonard Jones / Hundred Visions - Split 7" ...GET IT
Blondefire - Young Hearts ...GET IT
Camper Van Beethoven - Key Lime Pie (Reissue) ...GET IT
Camper Van Beethoven - Our Beloved Revolutionary Sweetheart ...GET IT
Habibi - S/T ...GET IT
Mt. Royal - S/T ...GET IT
Olivia Tremor Control - John Peel Session ...GET IT
Snowbird - (Moon) ...GET IT
The Districts - S/T 10" ...GET IT
This Is Head - 0001 ...GET IT
This Is Head - The Album ID ...GET IT
Traps, PS - Pure Truth 7" ...GET IT
V/A - 100 Moons ...GET IT
White Rainbow - THRU.U ...GET IT

+ Sweet Pre-Orders:
Future Islands - Single (Signed LP) ...GET IT
Lo-Fang - Blue Film (Signed LP) ...GET IT
The War On Drugs - Lost In The Dream (Purple Vinyl w/ Signed Poster) ...GET IT
Beck - Morning Phase ...GET IT
St. Vincent - S/T (w/ Poster) ...GET IT
Phantogram - Voices (w/ Poster) ...GET IT
Metronomy - Love Letters (Ltd. Deluxe) ...GET IT
The Men - Tomorrow's Hits (w/ Cassette + 7")  ...GET IT
Vertical Scratchers - Daughter of Everything (Signed LP) ...GET IT

OV WEEKLY: It Can't Be February Yet, Right?

First thing's first: it's February? But uh, we're still forgetting to put 2014 on the date.. Well at least there's some amazing things going on at OV to make up for our what-year-is-it forgetfulness!

Monday, February 3rd (that's today!)
Future Islands @ CFAER! Kera & The Lesbians @ The Echo!

Along with FYF, OV is proud to present Future Islands at the Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock! Having just announced their signing to 4AD, we're stoked to hear what Future Islands has up their sleeves for their new album, Singles, out March 24, 2014.

If you are one those fortunate souls that snagged a ticket before the show sold out, Emily's DJing between sets, making sure you're properly fed on good music before Future Islands takes the stage. As always, she puts the best songs on when she's got an ample supply of high fives, so show her some love!



If you aren't able to make it to Future Islands, Kera & The Lesbians' residency at The Echo starts tonight! If you caught their set at OV's FOMO Fest earlier this year, you know they're going places soon, so make sure you stop by The Echo any Monday this month. While all of their sets are gonna be spectacular, tonight's show is especially special as Kera & co. will be celebrating the cassette release of their newest album Year 23 out on Lolipop Records! The first 20 hombres in line will get a free cassette and the rest will be sold inside - make sure you grab one, only 100 cassettes are coming out! In the meantime, check out single "Snakes" below!




Tuesday, February 4th
Juan Wauters - NAP North American Poetry hits OV! Belle Brigade @ The Echo + El Prado After Party!

For the past few months, Christine and Emily have been pushing this 7" of the song, "Sanity" by The Beets frontman, Juan Wauters. He is finally releasing his full length solo album, NAP North American Poetry on Captured Tracks tomorrow Feb 4! We think it's so important that you get this record that we're offering a pre-order that comes with a signed poster. Juan is signing these exclusively for us and each one has a different message.. they're pretty sweet if you ask us. You can pick it up here. In the meantime, check out the single, Water.



Also on tap for Tuesday: OV Presents The Belle Brigade at The Echo! It's gonna be a great time and tickets are FREE, so there's no excuse to miss this awesome show! Before the show, The Belle Brigade will be stopping by Record Club at El Prado to DJ some tunes and start the night with a bang! The Belle Brigade’s self-titled debut (co-produced with Matthew Wilder) was hailed as one of the best albums of 2011 by PASTE, and their new album, Just Because will be released by ATO Records on March 25th, 2014. From the sound of Just Because's first single, "Ashes," The Belle Brigade are back better than ever and will put on one heck of a show. Grab a free download of "Ashes" below and we'll see you there!




Wednesday, February 5th
Emily plays Lo-Fang's Blue Film all day long!

12PM: OV opens - Emily spins around in her chair once and hits play on Blue Film.
2PM: Emily refuses to turn down "Look Away" while talking to Neil. Spins once in chair again.
3PM: Frank Ocean detour. Emily remembers how awesome 2012 was and is momentarily lost in thought.
4PM: Emily moves to Blood Orange. Somewhere along the line her head bobs. So does Neil's.
6PM: Emily remembers that she hasn't listened to Lo-Fang since 2PM. She quickly rectifies the situation.
7PM: Emily makes a joke about "#88" plays. Chuckles about it the whole way home.



Friday, February 7th
The James Apollo Five In-Store!

Touring in support of their newest album, Little War, Little Less, The James Apollo Five will be in to spin their intoxicating web of forgotten country and blues sounds. It's gonna be a memorable night for sure and starts right at 7PM! Check out lead single "Blessed Or Bust" below!



Saturday, February 8th
Austin Leonard Jones In-Store!

Ostensibly a country/folk artist, Austin Leonard Jones's music contains the ghosts of Daniel Johnston and Harry Nilsson, but he mixes those sounds with tropicana beats and synth squiggles at every turn, creating a heady mix of sounds that floats by much easier than it should. We're gonna spend the evening trying to figure out exactly what he sounds like, and would really appreciate your help. Show starts at 7PM!




Giveaways This Week!
Shearwater @ Echo 2/7 - 2 pairs
Pack AD @ Satellite 2/7 - 1 pair

Keep an eye on our Twitter/Facebook to find out how to win!

Now that we've planned your week, we hope to see you out there! If anything, it'll help you get over that snoozer of a Super Bowl!

OV PRESENTS: Future Islands TONIGHT @ CFAER!

Good news buds! Along with FYF, OV is proud to present Future Islands at the Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock. Hailing from Baltimore, this synthpop band is known for their engaging and theatrical stage presence, especially from their vocalist, Samuel T. Herring. Needless to say this show is sold out, and people who were fortunate to snag a ticket are in for a crazy night. Having just announced their signing to 4AD, we were stoked to hear that they will release their new album Singles in March of 2014. We are looking forward to this album, especially after the masterpiece that was their last album, On The Water.

Here's what our friends at Ticketfly had to say about their previous album: "Future Islands' romantic synth sound scales new heights with On the Water, the Baltimore trio's most ambitious and fully realized statement yet. Built around a song cycle exploring love, loss, and memory, their latest album finds the band continuing to deliver pounding rhythms, swelling melodies, and undeniable hooks - but finding new ways to probe inner space and tug at hearts. Convening in March 2011 in Elizabeth City, NC's historic, waterfront Andrew S. Sanders House, vocalist Samuel T. Herring, bassist William Cashion, and keyboardist Gerrit Welmers lived together in a space that served as both studio and sleeping quarters. The band used this tranquil retreat to refine their most reflective and mature batch of songs to date, adding new material in the process. What emerged is a lush yet visceral album about two parallel journeys--one physical and one psychological. On the Water's narrator offers enough detail that their story feels personal, yet open enough that any listener can inhabit each twist and emotional pang as their own." Herring also just started working creatively with producer Chris Coady (Beach House, Yeah Yeah Yeah's, Grizzly Bear) so we can't wait to see what this album will entail!

Can't wait until the album drops? Give a listen to Singles first single "Seasons (Waiting On You)" below!



Opening for the talented trio is Vice Cooler, an artist known for mixing beats in a way in which he produces unique and distinct sounds. His strange (in a good way) sounds and variations of patterns and beats make for a very interesting musical experience, and his live performance is no doubt an even greater one. Needless to say this night will be a treat - it's a sold out event that's bound to be a crowd-pleaser!

Signing Schedule for the OV booth @ FYF FEST!!

FYF FEST is 24 hours away and we're beyond stoked!! Today is the last day to buy your tickets at OV! $93 cash only, WE CLOSE AT 6 PM!!!!

Swing by the OV booth in the Vendor Village to chill out with some records and catch signings by these awesome bands:

SATURDAY:

Future Islands - 2:30

Redd Kross - 6:15

The Growlers - 7:15

SUNDAY:

Paul Banks - 3:00

The Faint - 4:00

Givers - 5:15

Father John Misty - 6:15

Twin Shadow - 7:15

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS See ya at FYF!