OCS, originally known as Orinoka Crash Suite, then later as The Ohsees and Thee Oh Sees, is an ever-evolving project helmed by John Dwyer, a prolific musician and songwriter. The project began as a solo outlet for Dwyer's experimental home recordings in the late 1990s but gradually expanded into a full band, known for their blend of garage rock, psychedelia, and various other musical influences. The band's name changed several times throughout its existence, with OCS serving as an umbrella for the more quiet, reflective, and folky side of Dwyer's music, distinct from the more raucous sounds the band is known for under the Thee Oh Sees moniker.

Throughout its various incarnations, OCS has released a prolific body of work that has garnered a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. Their music ranges from intimate acoustic ballads to expansive psychedelic jams, showcasing Dwyer's versatility as a songwriter and musician. Notable among their recent releases are the albums "Memory of a Cut off Head" and "Live in San Francisco," which exhibit the group's capability of delivering both nuanced studio work and raw, energetic live performances. The titles such as "Songs About Death and Dying Vol. 3," and the conceptually named "OCS: 18 Reasons to Love Your Hater to Death" and "OCS: 35 Reasons Why Life Goes on Without You" underscore the band's penchant for thematic exploration and a kind of dark introspection set against the backdrop of melodic invention. Despite these varied sonic landscapes, OCS retains a distinctive identity within the contemporary music scene, marked by Dwyer's unique artistic vision and the band's commitment to pushing the boundaries of their sound.

Genres

Modern Psychedelic Folk

Neo-psychedelic

Latest Release

Live in San Francisco

OCS

Album - 13 Tracks - Released June 28, 2018