Olivia The Band

Olivia the Band is named after guitarist Justin Abilla’s sister, who passed away about 17 years ago.
Olivia was touted in 2005 as one of the next big acts on Essential Records, only to part ways with the label a year after their self-titled debut. The San Diego band (transplanted from Hawaii) has altered its lineup—guitarist David Hashimoto and drummer Josh Tamaoka join guitarist Justin Abilla and lead singer/bassist Reed Cromwell—and offer more punk-influenced rock for their sophomore effort Where We Come from It Never Snows, released through Up at Nite Records (the indie rock imprint of Syntax Records).