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April 16, 2013 //

Oklahoma Cloud Factory is difficult band to pin down.

Before the fivesome hopped into the van, their sunny disposition was contagious and welcomed. However, their track “Harvest Season” forecasted a darker mood hinted with loneliness and mistrust. It plays out like a folk tinged break up song.

But like all Oklahoma weather, the song doesn’t stay the same for too long and twists in a new direction. We really enjoyed OCF’s original song and its take on Sugar Ray is legendary. LEGENDARY we say.

We can’t wait to hear more from them.

Tags 1977, cool, downtown, Ferris O'Brien, Fowler VW of Norman, fun, Harvest Season, indie, Jonathan Fowler, live performance, local, music, Nathan Poppe, OKC, oklahoma city, Oklahoma Cloud Factory, online radio station, rock, show, the spy fm, VDub Sessions, vintage, vw van

Categories Oklahoma City, VDub Session

Episode 85 – Josh Reynolds (3/8/2013)

April 11, 2013 //

Last month’s Live on the Plaza introduced us to tattoo/fine artist Josh Reynolds.

The avid Adult Swim fan and devoted father spoke to us about how painting informed his growth as a popular tattoo artist in Oklahoma City. Don’t forget to make it out to Live on the Plaza this Friday. It should be a barrel and a half of good times.

A special thanks to Ryan Parker for lending us his excellent track, “Feel.”

Tags 1977, art, artist, cool, create, creativity, DNA galleries, doodle, Emily Ifill, Ferris O'Brien, Fowler VW of Norman, Jonathan Fowler, Josh Reynolds, Live on the Plaza, live performance, markers, Nathan Poppe, OKC, Oklahoma, pencils, pens, Plaza District, the spy fm, Tim Katz, vanagon, vintage van

Categories Art Session, Live on the Plaza, Oklahoma City

Episode 84 – John Calvin (2/28/2013)

April 3, 2013 //

Here’s a brand new track from Norman singer/songwriter John Calvin. He didn’t fly solo though. We were lucky enough to welcome Camille Harp and VDub alumni Jordan Herrera.

Don’t forget you can catch John playing an acoustic set at Norman Music Festival 6. It’s inside Opolis at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. See you there.

Tags 1977, camille harp, cool, cut the rope, downtown, Ferris O'Brien, Fowler VW of Norman, fun, indie, John Calvin, Jonathan Fowler, jordan herrera, live performance, local, music, Nathan Poppe, OKC, oklahoma city, online radio station, rock, show, the spy fm, VDub Sessions, vintage, vw van

Categories Oklahoma City, VDub Session

Episode 80 – Jason Pawley (2/8/2013)

March 6, 2013 //

Oklahoma City-based artist, graphic designer and everyone’s favorite Mule bartender Jason Pawley hopped in the van at last week’s Live on the Plaza to discuss his art and striving to be a full-time artist.

Make sure to come out this Friday for another great Live on the Plaza.

Tags 1977, art, artist, cool, create, creativity, DNA galleries, doodle, Emily Ifill, Ferris O'Brien, Fowler VW of Norman, Jason Pawley, Jonathan Fowler, Live on the Plaza, live performance, markers, Nathan Poppe, OKC, Oklahoma, pencils, pens, Plaza District, Sean Vali, the spy fm, Tim Katz, vanagon, vintage van

Categories Live on the Plaza, VDub Session

Episode 79 – Allie Lauren (2/2/2013)

February 26, 2013 //

Check out this upbeat, poppy ditty from Oklahoma City-native Allie Lauren.

Lauren is living in Arkansas but she’s still determined to play at home. She’s even got a gig this week at RAW: Oklahoma City.

We promise her performance will be twice as infectious and fan as her kazoo solo.

Tags Allie Lauren, Ferris O'Brien, Fowler VW of Norman, Jonathan Fowler, live performance, lois jones, Max Sallings, music, Nathan Poppe, OKC, oklahoma city, r&b, sessions, singer, something, songwriter, soul, Spy FM, Tales of a glass heart, the spy, thinking about somethin, vdub

Categories Oklahoma City, VDub Session

Episode 78 – Johnny Polygon (2/21/2013)

February 22, 2013 //

After his bus broke down and a killer snowstorm, Tulsa-native hip hopper Johnny Polygon performed a track off of his new album “The Nothing.”

A special thank you to Kerry Myers for making this happen.

Tags change your mind, how it feels, Johnny Polygon, live performance, OKC, Oklahoma, the nothing, Tulsa

Categories Oklahoma City, VDub Session

Episode 76 – Black Canyon (2/4/2013)

February 6, 2013 //

Imagine a runaway train barreling toward you.

Now what if that same was mewing?

That’s sort of how the VDub crew felt when Black Canyon hopped into the Spy Van.

Known for rowdy and raucous live shows, the OKC-based band is no stranger to volume. Frontman Jake Morisse’s hearty laugh is evidence enough.

So, we were pleasantly surprised to hear a softer side to Black Canyon. “Weary Hands” is as warm and genuine as the scratches in your favorite record.

Black Canyon will turn things up this Saturday as they release a new album alongside Beau Jennings & The Tigers.

Don’t miss out.

Tags ballad, Barry Johnston, Black Canyon, blackwatch studios, country, folk, Fowler VW of Norman, Jake Morisse, Kurt Freudenberger, live performance, music, OKC, Oklahoma, Sam Welchel, Spy FM, Tyler Hopkins, VDub Sessions, Watershed Studios, Weary Hands

Categories Oklahoma City, VDub Session

Episode 75 – aDDLib (9/21/2012)

January 30, 2013 //

OKC-based rapper aDDLib joined the list of impressive hip hop acts that have performed inside of the Spy Van.

His crew slowed things down and performed a sentimental tune complete with beats and backup singers.

Check out some stills after the jump.

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Tags Addlib, cars, Christian rap, closer to you, Desiree Curry, Dezz, Emily Ifill, Ferris O'Brien, hip hop, Jonathan Fowler, Kadence, live performance, music, Nathan Poppe, Norman, OKC, Oklahoma, rap, rhyme, slow motion, VDub Sessions, vintage, volkswagen, VW

Categories Oklahoma City, VDub Session

Episode 74 – Tallows (1/19/2013)

January 22, 2013 //

Tallows has issues.

It’s nothing the quartet can’t handle though. For their VDub Session, the band wanted to use a drum machine. It was much too quiet for the rattle of the van. Solution? Drummer Jay Sullivan duct taped his leg with bells. Richard Lindsey wanted to play xylophone. Sadly, mallets are expensive. Diagnosis? Spoons work just as well.

It’s with sincerity that we present this recently developed Okie band. Tallows’ inginuity, sense of humor and humility are going to go a long way.

We always have our ears open to new bands, and it’s always a treat when they exceed our expectations.

Keep your eyes on this group.

It’s an issue your ears will appreciate.

Check out some stills after the jump…

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