January 13
Oh Darling by Julian Hooper

Pioneers of the emerging Portland pop explosion, Oh Darling deliver an intoxicating blend of indie rock that’s more inspired by Day of the Dead festivals than cookie-cutter confections. The LA-based group’s debut album, Nice Nice was produced by Gregg Williams (the Dandy Warhols) with ten cuts of unapologetic, perfectly crafted pop punch. Charismatic lead singer Jasmine Ash is a siren onstage — a powerhouse persona who’s a little bit Courtney Love, a little bit Karen Carpenter — singing sly tracks that depict Southland mornings and obsession (”Waking Up on a Train”). Tonight, the band celebrates the release of Nice Nice with a Hotel Café cookout geared toward making you its newest fan.