Artist page · 05/07/2026

Osees

San FranciscoFormed in 1997Alternatif20 vinyl albums
Osees formed in San Francisco in 1997, pioneering a blend of garage rock, psych, and punk styles with a prolific catalog spanning multiple decades.
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About

Over 40 vinyl releases through Castle Face and Deathgod Corp, blending punk, psych, and garage rock.

Osees began as a solo project in the early 2000s led by multi-instrumentalist John Dwyer before evolving into a full band around 2007. Their music weaves garage punk, alternative, and psychedelic rock influences into a vibrant and constantly shifting soundscape. Their expansive discography includes over 40 vinyl titles, released mostly through independent labels such as Castle Face and Deathgod Corp. The band remains active with frequent new material and live recordings capturing their energetic performances.

With roots deep in the San Francisco rock scene, Osees consistently explore heavy psych, garage rock, and post-punk textures, embodying an experimental approach within the independent music landscape.

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Osees's career.

01
If I Had My Way
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02
Dreary Nonsense
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03
Said the Shovel
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04
Upbeat Ritual
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05
Terminal Jape
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06
Gong of Catastrophe
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07
Scramble Suit II
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08
Red Study
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The essentials

The 3 Osees albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2025
A Foul Form

Latest release showcasing the band's continuation of punk and hardcore influences on vinyl.

Vinyl formatReleased on Castle Face2025 pressingPunk / Hardcore genre
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#2 · 2025
A Weird Exits

Psych rock exploration with rich textures and dynamic compositions, pressed on vinyl.

Vinyl formatCastle Face label2025 pressingRock psychédélique genre
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#3 · 2025
Abomination Revealed At Last

Vinyl release blending progressive psych elements with an energetic, layered sound.

Vinyl formatDeathgod Corp label2025 pressingRock psychédélique genre
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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Osees

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

Osees' sound is a blend of heavy psych, garage punk, and experimental rock from San Francisco's vibrant scene.
— Description
01Origins

John Dwyer's solo project beginnings

Osees began as John Dwyer's solo freak folk project in the early 2000s before evolving progressively into a full band by 2007.

2000sSan Francisco
02Studio

Castle Face label roots

Many Osees vinyls have been released on John Dwyer's Castle Face label, which supports their prolific output of garage and psychedelic rock.

2010sSan Francisco
03Live Recordings

Live At Levitation captures 2023 performance

The vinyl album 'Live At Levitation' documents a 2023 live show, highlighting Osees' dynamic stage presence and psych rock energy.

2023Levitation festival

Records by Osees

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Live At The Broad - Front Cover Live At The Broad - Front Cover

Live At The Broad

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Deathgod Corp.
From $32.90 2 offers
Live At The Broad/Clear Blood Red/Clear Deep Purple Vinyl - Front Cover Live At The Broad/Clear Blood Red/Clear Deep Purple Vinyl - Front Cover

Live At The Broad/Clear Blood Red/Clear Deep Purple Vinyl

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Deathgod Corp.
From $42.99 1 offer
Abomination Revealed At Last/Color Vinyl - Front Cover

Abomination Revealed At Last/Color Vinyl

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Deathgod Corp.
From $25.62 1 offer
Abomination Revealed At Last - Front Cover

Abomination Revealed At Last

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Deathgod Corp.
From $26.29 1 offer
Intercepted Message - Front Cover

Intercepted Message

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
En rouge
From $27.69 2 offers
Osees - Floating Coffin/Reissue

Floating Coffin/Reissue

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Deathgod Corp
From $30.99 1 offer
Osees - Orc/Reissue

Orc/Reissue

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Deathgod Corp
From $39.69 1 offer
Sucks Blood - Front Cover

Sucks Blood

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $40.14 2 offers
Live in San Francisco - Front Cover

Live in San Francisco

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
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Fortress - Front Cover

Fortress

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $89.31 1 offer
Face Stabber - Front Cover

Face Stabber

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $30.99 1 offer
Putrifiers II - Front Cover

Putrifiers II

Osees
International Rock Rock
En rouge
From $22.99 2 offers
Help - Front Cover

Help

Osees
International Rock Rock
En rouge
From $40.84 3 offers
Hounds Of Foggy Notion - Front Cover

Hounds Of Foggy Notion

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $85.44 1 offer
Cool Death of Island Raiders (Reissue) - Front Cover

Cool Death of Island Raiders (Reissue)

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $18.99 1 offer
Smote Reverser - Front Cover

Smote Reverser

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $39.99 3 offers
Mutilator Defeated At Last/Reissue - Front Cover

Mutilator Defeated At Last/Reissue

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Deathgod Corp.
From $42.65 1 offer
Mutilator Defeated At Last - Front Cover

Mutilator Defeated At Last

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castleface
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A Weird Exits - Front Cover

A Weird Exits

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $21.95 3 offers
Metamorphosed/Vinyle Orange - Front Cover

Metamorphosed/Orange Vinyl

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Rock Is Hell
From $19.54 1 offer
Panther Rotate - Front Cover

Panther Rotate

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $19.99 3 offers
Protean Threat - Front Cover

Protean Threat

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $21.49 1 offer
A Foul Form - Front Cover

A Foul Form

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Castle Face
From $22.89 2 offers
The Chapel, Sf 10.2.19 - Front Cover

The Chapel, Sf 10.2.19

Osees
Indie rock Alternative
Courant Argent
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FAQ

FAQ

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

When was Osees formed and where?

Osees was formed in 1997 in San Francisco, California, initially as a solo project before becoming a full band.

What genres best describe Osees' music?

Their style spans garage rock, psychedelic rock, punk, heavy psych, neo-psychedelia, and experimental rock.

Which record labels have released Osees vinyl albums?

Osees vinyl releases are mainly on Castle Face and Deathgod Corp, independent labels supporting their prolific output.

Are there notable live vinyl recordings by Osees?

Yes, the band has live vinyl albums such as 'Live At Levitation' (2023) and 'Live At The Broad' available on vinyl.

What are the most significant vinyl albums by Osees available now?

Key albums include 2025 vinyl releases like 'A Foul Form,' 'A Weird Exits,' and 'Abomination Revealed At Last.'

Where can I find Osees vinyl records in France?

Osees vinyl records are available through various French independent record stores and online specialty shops.

How does Osees' music reflect San Francisco's rock scene?

Their evolving sound embodies San Francisco's rich history of garage, psych, and alternative rock since the late 1990s.

Are Osees releases available on colored vinyl formats?

Yes, certain Osees albums like 'Abomination Revealed At Last' have color vinyl editions, prized by collectors.

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Last updated: 05/07/2026