Album Notes

O Pioneers formed early last year and spent 2006 honing their rapidly
developing sound, cementing their lineup, and developing a loyal following at New York City venues like Pianos, the Living Room and Southpaw. They also performed live on WPS1 Art Radio. When their first EP was released, local press took notice:

“A little bit country and a little bit folky, the songs of O Pioneers bounce so
merrily you might miss the heartbreak.” Time Out New York

Pick of the week: “Alt-country folk, poppiest when about boyfriends and unicorns” Village Voice

The band is led by Sara Shaoul on acoustic guitar and vocals. She co-produced the EP with lead guitarist Matt Rocker, also an accomplished composer for film.

O Pioneers blend alt-country and indie rock with unique rhythm arrangements and vocal harmonies, drawing on such varied inspiration as Fleetwood Mac and PJ Harvey. The band is grounded by an amazing rhythm section - Ryan Adams alum Catherine Popper on the bass and Erin McKeown cohort Dave Berger on the drums.

The band plans to release their first full-length album later this year.

For more information, please contact:
sshaoul@nyc.rr.com
www.myspace.com/opioneersnyc