The Funk & Soul Weekender just announced details about its 2017 celebrations! The Funk & Soul Weekender, or TF&SW, is a special festival that is dedicated to joining everything related to funk and soul music. The event, located in Rye, England, promises to return in 2017 with a focus on hip-hop beats, big brass sounds, and future soul. The festival’s organizers hope to blend afro beat, tropical, and world performances with a taste of house and disco music. TF&SW guarantees its 2017 soul-music-loving guests an incredible weekend with three days of outstanding performances in an unbelievable lineup. In addition, the festival will offer visitors a variety of activities including a myriad of parties, games, cinema, and more!
The Funk & Soul Weekender 2017 Lineup
TF&SW’s 2017 lineup is as marvelous as ever. George Clinton, a funk and soul icon, is the headliner. He will perform with his electric live show that includes 16-piece Parliament Funkadelic! Other highly anticipated artists who promise amazing shows include hip-hop superstar The Sugarhill Gang, New Orlean’s Hot 8 Brass Band, and Good Times Ambassador Norman Jay . Other artists will perform at TF&SW include MBE, Crazy P Soundsystem, Mr. Scruff, Taylor McFerrin, Flamingods, United Vibrations, Omar, Nubiyan Twist, Jordan Rakel, and Akua Naru. In addition, The Funk & Soul Weekender will host performances by great musicians like 22a, Tru Thoughts, Wah Wah, Mr Bongo, Banana Hill, BBE, Band On the Wall, Strut, Mahogany Sessions, Fever 105, Sofar Sounds, Soundway, Tuckshop, Mr Bongo, Banana Hill, So Fresh So Clean, Total Refreshment Centre, Shut The Front Door, Kings Head/Kane FM, Leftfoot, Soul Jam, Stevie Wonderland and many more!
George Clinton promises to the house down in his performance
Other Activities and Fun
Not only will The Funk & Soul Weekender be a weekend of incredible music, but also immersive activities and games! There will be exercise events such as Jazz Dance classes, Echoes Disco Yoga, Glitter, and Groovy Hula classes. In addition, the festival will offer parties such as the Funkadelic Block parties and the Tropical Pool parties. There will also be Disco Dodgeball competitions, Nightspot Cinema, Secret Activities, and many more!
The Funk & Soul Weekender Gives Back
TF&SW is not only dedicated to celebrating excellent music and culture, but also to giving back to the community. The festival partnered with Mind, Lovespecs and Support Act to extend the TF&SW’ feel-good mentality as far as possible. Therefore, they created more opportunities and awareness for projects that need it most.
Get Your Tickets Now
The Funk & Soul Weekender is an intimate festival with a 3,000 person capacity. Soul and funk music enthusiasts should guarantee their entry as soon as possible. The tickets will include a festival pass and chalet accommodations. Prices are available for 4,5,6,7, and 8 berth chalets. The tickets range from £119 to £160 per person. Click here to buy your tickets today!
There will be more upcoming announcements! Visit funkandsoulweekender.com to get any news, information, and updates about TF&SW.
**Please note this event is for ages 18+**
FestPop San Francisco Staff Writer Mandy Losk