#1 · 2025
Latest release showcasing the band's continuation of punk and hardcore influences on vinyl.
Vinyl formatReleased on Castle Face2025 pressingPunk / Hardcore genre
Artist page · 05/07/2026
Osees
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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Osees, San Francisco's evolving garage psych with relentless vinyl output.
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
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#2 · 2025
Psych rock exploration with rich textures and dynamic compositions, pressed on vinyl.
Vinyl formatCastle Face label2025 pressingRock psychédélique genre
#3 · 2025
Vinyl release blending progressive psych elements with an energetic, layered sound.
Vinyl formatDeathgod Corp label2025 pressingRock psychédélique genre
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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.
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.
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.
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FAQ
FAQ: Osees on physical formats
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