Artist description Oscura's sound is a cross between cinematic, raw guitar landscapes and dramatic modern psychedelia. The songs, delivered with proto-punk urgency and bleak romanticism are portraits of urban life melodrama and decadence.

Music Style Alternative

Musical Influences Psych / Garage punk / New Waves

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Artist History Formed in 1999 by guitarist and songwriter Andrew Sicco, Oscura has forged a unique style that is grounded in the present but aware of the best rock'n'roll tradition of the past, Oscura is becoming the quintessential New York band. So... never mind the bollocks, here's some juice.

Group Members Andrew Sicco, vocals & guitar Joel Morales, bass Richard Greene, guitar & bckgr. vocals Dan Vickberg, drums

Instruments Two guitars, bass & drums

Albums Oscura (2000), Revolution ep (2001)

Press Reviews "At Oscura's altar, memorable rock and pop melodies wed arrangements that blend goth and psychedelia, while carrying on an on-again/off-again affair with glam. The band conveys instant familiarity without copying anyone in a recognizable manner..."-Pop Culture Press

Location Astoria, New York - USA

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