The Drifters represent more than the story of a single group's success. Changes in personnel and management have led, over the years, to the sprouting of many Drifters permutations since organizer Clyde McPhatter first went to the Atlantic Recording Company. When Atlantic rejected McPhatter's initial singers (The Mt. Lebanon Gospel Singers), he recruited versatile gospel singers Bill Pinkney from the... read full bio
These guys are not only the real thing, they collectively brought the blues back from oblivion during the early Eighties. It was their collaborations with John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd that brought a good chunk of the public around to appreciate the real honest-to-goodness blues. After creating platinum albums and playing themselves in the flicks, Blues Brothers and Blues Brothers... read full bio
Orianthi Panagaris is an Australian musician/singer/songwriter and unparalleled guitarist. Her breakthrough came as Carrie Underwood's lead guitarist at the 51st annual Grammy Awards, after which she was invited to join the band. But her career really blew up in the movie This Is It about Michael Jackson's touring practices right before he passed away. He handpicked her for the tour.... read full bio
"Orgone has become a staple on the festival circuit bands on the planet. Initially the band independently released Orgone, a collection of tough, stripped-down, funk instrumentals and became a fan favorite. With their critical success and constant touring Orgone has become one of the most sought-after backing bands for studio sessions. Armed with a new album and a take-no-prisoners live... read full bio
Orelsan is a rapper, songwriter, producer, and director. Listeners have compared him to Eminem, however, Orelsan raps in French. Apart from a solo career, Orelsan is part of the French hip-hop duo Casseurs Flowters. He has released a total of three studio albums as a solo artist, and two with his partner in the duo, Casseurs Flowters. Orelsan gained prominence... read full bio
Goose members Rich Mitarotonda (vocals, guitar), Peter Anspach (vocals, guitar), and Jeff Arevalo (upright bass) make up the acoustic trio known as Orebolo. Particularly as a result of several virtual festival performances and a well-received performance at Lockn' Presents FRED The Festival, Orebolo has amassed a devoted fan base across the country. The three band members, who shared a residence... read full bio
Ordinary Elephant, winner of the International Folk Music Awards' Artist of the Year award, captivates audiences with their affecting and sensitive melodies that reassure the listener that they are not alone in the world. On stage, Pete and Crystal Damore's cooperation, their relationship and their influences (including Gillian Welch, Guy Clark, and Anais Mitchell) all come together. "Two become one, in... read full bio
Orchid always possessed a mixture of unresolvable tension between proto-electroclash and staunch/arch integrity, a reluctance to settle for extreme striving, and drive to surpass whatever one got. The other half of Orchid was a tribute to anarchy, endlessly propulsive. The notches on a person's library card likely determine whether they prefer one side over the other. However, the band as... read full bio
Orbital is an English electronic dance music duo from Sevenoaks, Kent, England, that consists of brothers Phil and Paul Hartnoll. The duo began their careers at a young age after they recorded their debut single, “Chime,” which was released through Oh Zone Records before being re-released through FFRR Records. Their debut single became a hit that peaked at number 17... read full bio
Orbital recorded "Chime" on their father's 4-track tape cassette in 1989 and released it on Oh Zone Records in December 1989. The song became a rave anthem, reaching number 17 in the UK charts and earning them a Top of the Pops performance. Paul Hartnoll says the song was recorded "under the stairs" in a "knocked-through stair closet that my... read full bio
Orbit Culture is a dynamic Swedish melodic death metal band hailing from the town of Eksjö, consisting of Niklas Karlsson on vocals and guitar, Richard Hansson on guitar, Fredrik Lennartsson on bass, and Christopher Wallerstedt on drums. Formed in 2013, the band started as a small group between Karlsson and Maximilian Zinsmeister, who later recruited fellow members Markus Bladh on... read full bio
Originating from the West Midlands, Orange River Remedy compose, record, and perform music that is frequently infused with nostalgia from the 1960s and 1970s. They infuse psychedelic, three-part harmonies, and strong guitars into a fantastic modern, post-pandemic age. They have recently opened for acts like Dub Pistols and Tankus The Henge while touring the UK. As a relatively young band, the... read full bio
A international avant-garde pop music ensemble called Ora The Molecule combines retro electronica, mellow pop and timeless nostalgia to produce an original sound. This is a brand-new sound for the pop music scene, with tunes that have emotive Calypso undertones yet are nonetheless inexorably danceable. Inspired by Norwegian singer Siri Nilsen, Suzanne Vega, Kraftwerk, Fleetwood Mac and Mecano. Singer/songwriter Nora was raised in... read full bio
Oppidan, unquestionably one of the most rapidly emerging artists in UK Garage, has established a reputation for herself via the fusion of 2-step, 44 NUKG, Hip-Hop, Soul, Grime and UK Bass elements in her own production style. She has releases on the Night Bass, 24 Hour Garage Girls and Steppers Club, and she is an active member of the Kiwi Rekord roster... read full bio
Opiuo is an electronic DJ act from New Zealand. He delivers funky beats, sweet bass, and other sounds that fuel adventure, fun, and entertainment around the world. Opiuo has performed with legends like MC Hammer and Bassnectar. He has topped charts on Beatport, Addictech, and iTunes. Some of his tracks, like ‘Slurp And Giggle,’ have been nominated for Best Dance/Electronic... read full bio
Opia is an electronic group made up of members Cole Cintrenbaum, DJ Stanfill, and colorthought. The group formed after meeting at Yale, combining their musical talents to create an independent and alternative sound. Opia combines light vocals, slinky beats, and jazzy, rhythmic sounds, entrancing listeners. Their hit, ‘Falling,’ went viral, and the group later toured with Marian Hill, a prominent... read full bio
Canadian-American comedian, author, and actress Ophira Eisenberg has established herself in the comedy and entertainment industries. She has been well-known in the city's comedy scene. In April 2021, Eisenberg became a citizen of the United States, reaffirming her strong bond with her new country. Eisenberg is well known for serving as the host of the well-liked Ask Me Another trivia, quiz,... read full bio
Opeth is a Swedish progressive metal/rock band, formed in Stockholm in 1990 by lead vocalist David Isberg. Despite the band's frequent personnel changes, Opeth has remained a force to be reckoned with in the metal world. After the departure of Isberg in 1992, Mikael Åkerfeldt took over as Opeth's frontman and primary songwriter, and has been the only constant member... read full bio
Operators is a band led by Dan Boeckner, a Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist who has been a member of various bands which include Handsome Furs, Wolf Parade, and Atlas Strategic. Since starting Operators, the band has gone on to release their debut EP off of Last Gang Records. Since then, they’ve followed their EP with two albums; “Blue Wave,” and... read full bio
