Otis Gibbs (US)

Otis Gibbs is finally back - and on 25 August he comes to Lille Ole Bull!

After many years of absence and countless questions it is finally confirmed: Otis Gibbs returns and on 25 August he comes to Lille Ole Bull. The singer and songwriter from Wanamaker, Indiana, has long had a dedicated audience at home, and the reunion has been missed.

Otis Gibbs is far more than a traditional songwriter. In addition to the music he has found success as a visual artist, podcast host and programme creator. The podcast Thanks For Giving A Damn quickly became a favourite and led further to the Pandora series Country Built, which today reaches millions of listeners. He has also built up a strong presence on YouTube.

Musically Otis Gibbs is rooted in the American storytelling tradition, with roots in artists such as Woody Guthrie, Joe Hill and Bruce Springsteen. He sings about people and stories from a working, unfinished America – seen from a consistent underdog perspective. His lyrics are about work, travel, longing and the realities of life, conveyed with honesty and warmth.

With a dozen albums behind him, and the critically acclaimed release The Trust of Crows as his latest, Otis Gibbs is a rare and authentic voice. That he now returns makes these concerts a truly special occasion. This concert is part of the concert series Bergen Live Sessions.