"Why didn't you tell me they're all cute and speaking Spanish?!" my friend says as she arrives halfway through the second set. "I'd have come much sooner!"
As most of the women dancing in the front row would agree, good looks help any performer. Luckily for Watussi, they are also shit-hot musicians. Admittedly, I'm a sucker for any band with a brass section. The eight-piece band from Sydney add a distinct Afro-Cuban flavour to rock and roots. Fronted by Oscar, a charismatic Columbian, they present a high energy performance with an enthusiasm that turns the audience into wannabe salsa all-stars.
I first saw Watussi play the Surry Hills festival about four years ago. They were crowd pleasers then, and have only improved since. If you missed them, check their website and have a listen to the audio player. If you get the chance to see them live, make sure you do.
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