Otava Yo at The Sage Gateshead Friday 4th March 2016

Firstly, The Gadgees must commend Making Tracks for yet another memorable gig in their World Music series:

"Making Tracks brings brand new music from the far-flung corners of the world to YOU and YOUR local music venue.
From the almost classical to the hot and groovy, from the big and bold to the small and intimate – here at Making Tracks we’ve left no stone unturned in our quest for the world’s most exciting new music.
The best music you have never heard of - coming soon to a venue near YOU.

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Having seen the video clip on The Sage website & heard Otava Yo in session on Lopa Kothari's excellent World on 3 programme, the Gadgees expectations were high & Otava Yo delivered in spades.

 From the outset, the audience responded to the vitality, artistry, humour, harmonies & sheer professionalism emanating from the stage. They were rewarded with a splendid & joyful evening's entertainment.

 @Gerry0504 

Vibrant #OtavaYo @sage_gateshead @makingtracks_uk delicious harmonies, verve, wit & huge warmth @alphaspud

As an added bonus, the lead singer had the look of a young Bob Harris about him:

 & a young @WhisperingBob up front? #OtavaYo @sage_gateshead @makingtracks_uk @folkastro @alphaspud splendid gig! Ty pic.twitter.com/wVhbVj

 @alphaspud

@Gerry0504 @sage_gateshead @makingtracks_uk @alphaspud Totally hooked from the start,suberb gig, great musicianship