Broken Clover Records

03/02/2025

There's more love for "Olimpiada", the latest release from Olivares. This time it's New Noise Magazine giving it some shine, and the shine is BRIGHT...5 out of 5 stars. A big thank-you to Stefanie Sanchez for the review and a big thank-you to YOU for reading the review and promptly going out to buy the album (Bandcamp link in comments)!

Spanish multi-instrumentalist Olivares announces his debut solo album 'Olimpiada' via Broken Clover Records.

01/21/2025

I've been keeping this under my hat, but I am absolutely thrilled to now announce the forthcoming release on Broken Clover Records...Olimpiada, the new record from Olivares (Madrid, ES), will be hitting the streets on February 14 and we're currently taking pre-orders. To help us/you bask in this glow and get a glimpse under the hood (and in to the psyche of the artist), It's Psychedelic Baby Magazine asked Olivares (a founding member of the Madrid-based krautrock outfit, TUTUPATU) a few questions AND are providing streaming access to track #3, "Halma".
https://www.psychedelicbabymag.com/2025/01/halma-by-olivares-new-album-olimpiada.html b

If you're hungry for something refreshingly unique, then dig in and satisfy that appetite. If anything like me, you'll soon be coming back for seconds.

Big thanks to David Clifford @ / THEM group for his tireless efforts in spreading the gospel and an equally big thanks goes out to It's Psychedelic Baby Magazine for giving some shine to this elevated murky masterpiece.

Exclusive track premiere of ‘Halma,’ taken from the upcoming album ‘Olimpiada’ by Olivares, slated for release on February 14th, 2025 via Broken Clover Records. Olivares’ debut album is a dive into evolving soundscapes, blending electronica, dub, and ambient influences. Inspired by artists...

01/16/2025

Something occurred to me the other day and it kind of knocked my socks off…we have a new release dropping on February 14 and that will mark 5 years (to the day) since we released the very first record on the label (a self-titled ripper from Zachary Blizzard). There have been so many points along the way that I thought this thing would fold, but here we are.

Well, to celebrate and to thank everyone who has helped me hit this milestone, I have a gift for you. Between now and February 14, if you purchase any five records of your choosing, you can pick another five records and I will send them to you at no cost. I will also cover the additional shipping that is incurred, regardless of where in the world you are ordering from. When you order, just include in the notes what five records you would like added at no cost, and I will pack them up and get everything out to you and your collection will look a bit more mighty. If you are thinking to yourself that you already have a ton of BCR titles in your collection, maybe you know someone who could use a music upgrade in their life and maybe this is just the way to get that ball rolling.

https://brokencloverrecords.bandcamp.com/

Please visit our Bandcamp page and peruse the sweet/strange sounds and hopefully you’ll feel compelled to pick up some wax. on the flip, if you are more of a digital listener, just purchase five downloadable albums and then let me know what other five albums you want and I will send you the files.

I would not be here without everyone that helped me along the way and I want to extend some massive thanks to the following…
Zachary Peter Blizzard
Enablers
Agrio
June of 44
Pink Mexico
PUNGENT
Eye O
Scatter Swept
Your Leader
Danielle De Picciotto
Tøc
TRIP SHOW
Sagan
Carlton Melton
Secret Emchy Society
Fulu Kolektiv
Dreckig
torpedo
Dave Aju & The Invisible Art Trio
TUTUPATU
Sharif Dumani
Jack Shirley @ Atomic Garden
Carl Cordova @ Pirates Press
Piper Payne @ Physical Music Products
Nick Dumitriu @ Light Rail Studios
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A huge thank you to my sweetheart, Maria Davis, for being beyond supportive and allowing me to turn part of our home in to the BCR warehouse.

I am certain I’m missing some names here and I will add as they come to mind, but please know I wouldn't be here without you...and I wouldn't WANT to be here without you.

09/24/2024

I'm looking for music venues in Santa Cruz and San Jose. Mostly after spots in the 200-400 cap range. I'm familiar with Moe's, Catalyst, Crepe Place, Blue Lagoon, The Ritz and Caravan Lounge. Who am I missing?

08/19/2024

I recently received an email from Kendon Luscher, the mastermind behind the "Cool Stuff" column (courtesy of Bearded Gentlemen Music), letting me know he's launching a new music recommendation newsletter called "Poison-Free Pizza Party". He also mentioned that he's been so excited about the music that's come out the last two weeks that he couldn't help but post a pre-launch recommendation list. This one features Sharif Dumani's "In Search Of Memory", the latest release on Broken Clover Records.
https://poisonfreepizzaparty.substack.com/p/poison-free-pizza-party-secret-slice

Upon launch, the newsletter will feature the following columns:

Weekly Slice
If you’re familiar with the Cool Stuff column, Weekly Slice will vibe pretty similar. He listens to an absurd amount of albums each week and recommends only the ones he absolutely loved.

Out of these picks, he narrows down some finalists for Slice of the Week. Only one album gets that honor. And for that album, he writes a short review.

What’s a little different with Weekly Slice versus Cool Stuff is that the short review will be especially short because I’m adding an additional column…

Monthly Party Pizza
At the end of each month, each Slice of the Week winner is a finalist for the Monthly Party Pizza. It’s a column where he gives his favorite album of the month the longer review and attention it deserves.

That’s right, it’s a whole party pizza where only his absolute top favorite albums of the month are invited to chow down. And the best album gets to eat until it pukes.

Shhh... don't tell anyone...

08/19/2024

Thanks to Paul Silver, the new Sharif Dumani record just got some love on Jersey Beat. If you've not yet checked out "In Search Of Memory", I suggest you taking this opportunity to get acquainted.

08/16/2024

Sharif Dumani's (of Exploding Flowers, Alice Bag) solo debut album out now on Broken Clover Records.
Feat. Imaad Wasif (Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Lowercase), Stephen McBean (Pink Mountaintops, Black Mountain), Kevin Rutmanis (Melvins, The Cows), Zander Schloss (Circle Jerks) and more.

19 track album

08/09/2024

If you're interested in an interview with Sharif Dumani and want exclusive access to a new track from "In Search Of Memory" (Broken Clover Records), you can thank It's Psychedelic Baby Magazine for hooking it up! https://www.psychedelicbabymag.com/2024/08/torrential-downpour-by-sharif-dumani-new-album-in-search-of-memory.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawEjM3RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHaCZGKpRgR552H19eHOgfncHBW79jUb2-peEMrGgaChBFaExOjSbrVsjDA_aem__3QbLTHQHlGH4hlDomlrIA

Exclusive track premiere of ‘Torrential Downpour’ featuring Cory Lomberg from the upcoming album ‘In Search of Memory’ by Sharif Dumani, slated for release on August 15, 2024, via Broken Clover Records. Sharif Dumani is gearing up to unleash his debut solo album, ‘In Search of Memory,’ a...

08/07/2024

I need to get some business cards made. Anyone have a local printer they like?

07/07/2024

If you’ve still got gas in the tank after a holiday weekend for the books, come down to Phonobar today (July 7), where the jams will be flowing freely. I promise I’ll do you right. If you’re not sold yet, the vegan bites and outstanding drink menu will knock your socks off. Let’s lock it in and plan to see each other later today. 

06/24/2024

Currently on the webwaves on Psyched Radio San Francisco for my weekly show, Digging In The Dirt.

Digging In The Dirt is all about exactly that…getting down ‘n’ dirty and unearthing the good stuff. Sometimes there are gems right at the top, but a lot of the real underground goodies take some digging and The Tourist is here to help navigate this subterranean landscape. The jams and guests a...

06/20/2024

A big thank-you to the fine folks at New Noise Magazine for shining a spotlight on our new release from Sharif Dumani. Check it out and stream "Tight Lipped" off of the new album, In Search Of Memory (Broken Clover Records).

We spotlight multi-instrumentalist and guitar-pop singer-songwriter Sharif Dumani and his new track "Tight Lipped."

06/17/2024

On the webwaves 9-11 PST (ie: right now) on Psyched Radio San Francisco

www.psychedradiosf.com

06/10/2024

I have been off of the web waves for the past two weeks, but I am back at it today and currently on the air on Psyched Radio San Francisco

Diverse Independent San Francisco Radio.

04/22/2024

Dear, world… if your wide web is working, you can tune into my radio show in about six minutes. My weekly radio show, Digging In The Dirt, kicks off on Psyched Radio San Francisco. Psychedeadiosf.com
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Every Monday

Let’s get weird together

04/15/2024

If you are up and at ‘em, tune into Psyched Radio San Francisco. I am on the air for my weekly show from 9 to 7PST.

04/01/2024

What are your favorite music venues between The Bay and the tippy-top of CA. Mostly targeting 150-300 cap, but interested in any rooms I don't yet know about. Looking at least 65 miles out of SF/OAK. Thinking Sac, Nevada City, Eureka, Grass Valley, etc. Aaaaaaaaand go.....

03/22/2024

Chuffed to bits to see Carlton Melton's inclusion on the latest Turn Me On, Dead Man podcast. The track is "Vice Versa" and is taken off of our recent compilation, BCR CLIPPINGS. You can stream the podcast and check out the full track list below. There are some heaters on here, so buckle up.

Current psychedelic music. Winter, 2024. New releases from Adelaida, SOMA, Hilary Woods, Carlton Melton, Cannabus, Minerall, NOH, Misleading, Feathers and Greed, Empty House, Fuzz Toads. Short inte…