Dave and the Recorders is a Lovian punk band hailing from Sofasi. The band was founded in 1987 by Dave Goldblum, current owner of Warped Records. The band is characterized by folk inlfuences, lyrical themes revolving around domestic problems, art and literature. Dave and the Recorders have established a cult following amongst fans of Tone Factory and Warped Records, but have never attained commercial success.