This edited video was recorded during The Yohawks' performance at Cisco Ottawa Bluesfest 2010. The full-length video of the show is available on DVD here.
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The Yohawks are a nine-piece R&B/Soul band based in Ottawa, Canada.

The group is fronted by three lead singers. Dave Poulin (bass guitar), Keith Richardson (guitar) and Brad Campbell (guitar) combine their voices in an unmistakeable blend. No wonder, these guys have been singing together for over forty years. Brian Bradfield is on drums, Ray Lemaire on keyboards, and a four-piece horn section featuring Mark Ferguson on trombone, Nick Dyson on trumpet, Mike Tremblay on tenor sax, and Brian Asselin on baritone sax round out the sound. The band plays 100% original music written by Poulin, Richardson, Campbell and Bradfield.

The Yohawks' first album, MPH, was released in 2009.

Here's what one reviewer had to say about the album;

“MPH” by The Yohawks is a terrific throwback to the 60’s R&B with a touch of smooth rock. As a band, their sound is extremely tight and features a strong and well balanced brass section. In addition to The Yohawks musicianship, their Motown influenced vocal melodies really shine on this disc and add that distinct “Detroit sound” to “MPH.” Stand out songs like “Never Let Go” and “She’s Gone” makes the best connection to that familiar 60’s R&B sound we all know and love. At first listen “Never Let Go” sounds reminiscent of the group Chicago and the horn section compliments the polished and mature vocals quite well. Anyone who is a follower of Otis Redding or Chicago will very much enjoy this CD. The sound quality is very professional and evokes those classic tones that we all want to hear back in the mainstream radio days.
Shaun H. and the RadioIndy reviewer team

A few shots from Cisco Ottawa Bluesfest 2010. Photos by Michel Loiselle

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These guys are FANTASTIC!!!!

Harvey Glatt - After seeing The Yohawks at Greenfield's in Ottawa.

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The Yohawks' "Never Let Go" is in rotation on DAWG FM.

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The Yohawks are currently working on their follow-up to MPH. They're in the studio putting together an album of danceable grooves that, once again, feature world-class horn arrangements, soulful guitars, and that unmistakeable vocal sound.

The album is expected to be ready for release early in 2012.___________________________________________________

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