Whoa Oh Records

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Whoa Oh Records
Founded1998 (1998)
Genre Punk, pop punk
Country of originU.S.
Location Astoria, New York
Official website www.whoaohrecords.com

Whoa Oh Records is an independent record label based in Astoria, New York.

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History

Whoa Oh Records Records was founded in 1998 and is based in Astoria, New York. The label releases Lookout! Records styled pop punk bands, the most notable artists on their roster being Darlington (singer), The Ergs!, The Unlovables, and MC Chris. Other artists they have worked with include Kung Fu Monkeys, Zatopeks, The 20 Belows and Dirt Bike Annie. Their releases have been reviewed by numerous publications. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]

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References

  1. https://www.allmusic.com/album/r704716
  2. "The Ergs! - Dorkrockcorkrod".
  3. "CD Reviews | Kung Fu Monkeys". www.jerseybeat.com. Archived from the original on 2008-05-13.
  4. "Zatopeks - Damn Fool Music".
  5. http://www.readjunk.com/cdreviews/20-belows-headaches-and-moodswings