O.A.R.
Maryland's own — 'That Was a Crazy Game of Poker' a state holiday in these parts, roots-rock jam warmth built over decades.
O.A.R., short for Of a Revolution, formed in 1996 among high-school friends in Rockville, Maryland, and consolidated as a band while its members were students at Ohio State University in Columbus. The line-up has long centred on singer-guitarist Marc Roberge, with saxophone a distinctive part of the arrangement alongside guitar, bass and drums.
Their music mixes roots rock and reggae-inflected rhythms with the extended, improvisation-friendly structures of the jam scene, and the group built its following largely through relentless touring and tape-trading among college audiences rather than radio. Long-form live favourites remain central to their shows, and the band has continued releasing albums and headlining large venues for close to three decades.
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O.A.R. at a glance
What festivals is O.A.R. playing in 2026?
O.A.R. is booked at 1 festival: Oceans Calling 2026.
Is O.A.R. playing Oceans Calling 2026?
Yes — O.A.R. is on the Oceans Calling 2026 lineup, September 25–27, 2026 at Ocean City Boardwalk, MD. They play Friday, September 25.
Where is O.A.R. from?
O.A.R. is from Rockville, MD.
What kind of music does O.A.R. play?
O.A.R. is tagged roots rock and jam.
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