What better way to usher in the new year than with the hardest grooves, banging beats and sparkling solos? Mothersfonk makes themselves heard: straight, without frills, with raw, high-energy, groovy tunes. From tiny clubs to giant stages, they always make it a party!

Mothersfonk is the Netherlands’ new funk sensation. The eight-member formation from Rotterdam brings a rousing mix of funk and hip-hop, characterised by deep pocket grooves interspersed with tight breaks and virtuoso solo work. Inspired by the ‘godfather of soul’, they give funk, their own interpretation and contemporary sound.

The band members have each individually gained experience in diverse performing bands and collaborations with household names such as Joseph Bowie (Defunkt), Shirma Rouse, Fred Wesley, Jamal Thomas Band (drummer Maceo Parker), Focus, Living blues experience, Miko Weaver (guitarist Prince), Nile Rodgers Tribute Band and Loïs Lane.

Afterparty with Mo, Dealer of Funky Music

Mo Bode, born and raised in Rotterdam, has been obsessed with the grounded feel of early funk, jazz (funk), soul and roots reggae from a young age. Early on, she started playing double bass and bass guitar to express this feeling herself. With her rootsy collection of deep cuts, she effortlessly gets you dancing.