The Odds

A Canadian power pop band from Vancouver, Odds formed in 1987 around the shared talents of Craig Northey (vocals, guitar), Steven Drake (guitar, vocals), Doug Elliott (bass), and Paul Brennan (drums). Initially, the musicians performed as a cover band called Dawn Patrol to make ends meet. However, a subsequent move to Los Angeles and a record deal with Zoo Records (home to Matthew Sweet) allowed them to focus on the tight, pop-oriented songs that made Odds a cult favorite. With a sound similar to Elvis Costello and XTC, Odds would go on to influence bands like Weezer and Sloan...