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Mannequin Pussy Covers Ovlovs "Wheres My Dini?" for Spotify Singles
Mannequin Pussy has released a Spotify Singles version of Ovlov’s 2013 track “Where’s My Dini?” The cover was made available on the streaming platform’s exclusive series and was accompanied by a statement from the band explaining their motivation.
Ovlov, an alternative‑rock outfit from Newtown, Connecticut, first appeared on the scene with the 2013 album Am. The band followed up with Tru in 2018 and Buds in 2021, all issued through Exploding in Sound. The group’s sound blends shoegaze textures with indie‑rock energy, and the members—brothers Steve and Theo Hartlett—have maintained a steady output of music and occasional side projects. Steve Hartlett occasionally releases solo material, while Theo has taken up guitar work with the hardcore band Gouge Away.
Mannequin Pussy, a Philadelphia‑based punk band, has built a reputation for high‑energy performances and a diverse catalog that spans punk, sludge, and melodic rock. The lineup for the cover includes bassist and vocalist Colins “Bear” Regisford, drummer Kaleen Reading, guitarist and synth player Maxine Steen, and lead vocalist Marisa “Missy” Dabice.
In the accompanying statement, the band said: "You know, I think the best way for us to approach this song is to honor a song of our peers and friends that we love so much and that we think deserves a lot more attention, and that we hope other people will fall in love with their band because of this cover. That would be our goal for it. So this is all of our, kind of, one our favorite songs, collectively. And I think we're a pretty varied band in what we listen to. And so when there's an artist that we all truly love, it's exciting for us to kind of explore getting to play that song together. And this is a beautiful song." The statement was posted on the band’s social‑media accounts and was later reproduced in a Stereogum article.
The cover appears on Spotify Singles, a program that invites artists to record new versions of songs—often covers—alongside original tracks. The series is designed to showcase artists’ influences and to broaden listeners’ exposure to different styles. By selecting an Ovlov track, Mannequin Pussy is highlighting a peer from the indie‑rock sphere that has not received widespread attention outside its core fan base.
Ovlov’s original version of “Where’s My Dini?” was released as part of the Am album and has been described by reviewers as a modern indie‑rock classic. The song’s lyrical content deals with themes of longing and nostalgia, and its arrangement features layered guitars and a steady rhythm section.
The release of the cover is available on all major streaming platforms under the Spotify Singles banner. Fans of either band can stream the track directly, and the version has already been added to several curated playlists that focus on cross‑genre covers. No official chart data or sales figures are available at this time.
At present, Ovlov has not announced new material beyond the demos shared in 2024, and the band’s frontman Steve Hartlett has not indicated an upcoming album. Mannequin Pussy’s next studio effort is expected later in 2026, following the release of their 2025 single “Drunk II.” The cover of “Where’s My Dini?” serves as a bridge between the two groups’ audiences and demonstrates the continuing relevance of Spotify Singles as a platform for artistic collaboration.
The cover is now streaming, and listeners can compare the original 2013 recording with Mannequin Pussy’s rendition to hear how the two bands interpret the same composition in their distinct styles.
Ovlov, an alternative‑rock outfit from Newtown, Connecticut, first appeared on the scene with the 2013 album Am. The band followed up with Tru in 2018 and Buds in 2021, all issued through Exploding in Sound. The group’s sound blends shoegaze textures with indie‑rock energy, and the members—brothers Steve and Theo Hartlett—have maintained a steady output of music and occasional side projects. Steve Hartlett occasionally releases solo material, while Theo has taken up guitar work with the hardcore band Gouge Away.
Mannequin Pussy, a Philadelphia‑based punk band, has built a reputation for high‑energy performances and a diverse catalog that spans punk, sludge, and melodic rock. The lineup for the cover includes bassist and vocalist Colins “Bear” Regisford, drummer Kaleen Reading, guitarist and synth player Maxine Steen, and lead vocalist Marisa “Missy” Dabice.
In the accompanying statement, the band said: "You know, I think the best way for us to approach this song is to honor a song of our peers and friends that we love so much and that we think deserves a lot more attention, and that we hope other people will fall in love with their band because of this cover. That would be our goal for it. So this is all of our, kind of, one our favorite songs, collectively. And I think we're a pretty varied band in what we listen to. And so when there's an artist that we all truly love, it's exciting for us to kind of explore getting to play that song together. And this is a beautiful song." The statement was posted on the band’s social‑media accounts and was later reproduced in a Stereogum article.
The cover appears on Spotify Singles, a program that invites artists to record new versions of songs—often covers—alongside original tracks. The series is designed to showcase artists’ influences and to broaden listeners’ exposure to different styles. By selecting an Ovlov track, Mannequin Pussy is highlighting a peer from the indie‑rock sphere that has not received widespread attention outside its core fan base.
Ovlov’s original version of “Where’s My Dini?” was released as part of the Am album and has been described by reviewers as a modern indie‑rock classic. The song’s lyrical content deals with themes of longing and nostalgia, and its arrangement features layered guitars and a steady rhythm section.
The release of the cover is available on all major streaming platforms under the Spotify Singles banner. Fans of either band can stream the track directly, and the version has already been added to several curated playlists that focus on cross‑genre covers. No official chart data or sales figures are available at this time.
At present, Ovlov has not announced new material beyond the demos shared in 2024, and the band’s frontman Steve Hartlett has not indicated an upcoming album. Mannequin Pussy’s next studio effort is expected later in 2026, following the release of their 2025 single “Drunk II.” The cover of “Where’s My Dini?” serves as a bridge between the two groups’ audiences and demonstrates the continuing relevance of Spotify Singles as a platform for artistic collaboration.
The cover is now streaming, and listeners can compare the original 2013 recording with Mannequin Pussy’s rendition to hear how the two bands interpret the same composition in their distinct styles.
