The Hot Teapots
The Hot Teapots
"Music lovers, flea market explorers and burglars of other people's roots" as the define themselves, Oti Poti (as their friends define them) were born as buskers on initiative of singer and guitarist Michele Bertoldi together with members of the Original Perdido Jazz Band.
The ensemble is influenced by Louisiana and New Orleans music of the early 20th century, between pre-war blues and early jazz.
From: Italy
Style: New Orleans
Michele Bertoldi, six string banjo, guitar and vocals
Davide Vincenzi, clarinet and sax
Martino De Franceschi, double bass and guitar
Glauco Benedetti, trombone and trumpet
Federico Zaltron, violin
Nelide Bandello, washboard