Defending Otis is an acoustic rock band from southern Ontario.

Formerly an electric rock trio, Michael Pursley (lead vocals/rhythm guitar) joined forces with Lee Tessmer (lead guitar/keys) in 2007 to record the EP ‘Love, Lies and Fireflies’ - a powerful collection of ballads and rhythmic rock songs.

The two will tour an acoustic set starting in the spring of ‘08 to promote the album’s release.