
The Fatback Band
KOKO London, 1A Camden High St, London, NW1 7JE
The Fatback Band
1A Camden High St, London, NW1 7JE
Description
The Fatback Band, formed in New York City in 1970 by drummer Bill Curtis, are a renowned American funk and disco band.
Known for their energetic “street funk” style, they gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s with hits like '(Do The) Spanish Hustle', 'Wicki Wacky', 'Yum, Yum (Give Me Some)', '(Are You Ready) Do the Bus Stop' and 'Backstrokin’”.
Their 1979 single “King Tim III (Personality Jock)” was the first commercially released hip-hop single, which came out one week before the Sugarhill Gang's 'Rapper's Delight'.
How To Get Your Tickets
1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.
2. Await your e-ticket(s) from the venue - these will usually be delivered on the day of the event. Your e-ticket(s) will be sent to your contact email address.
3. Take your e-ticket(s) and show them on entry at the event. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away.
Pricing Information
• No further payment applies beyond the TFG booking fee
Additional Information
• For further event information please visit here
Accessibility Information
• Please note: We recommend all access bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information please visit here
Genre
Dates & times
Thursday, 7 Aug 2025 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Important information - please read
The Fatback Band, formed in New York City in 1970 by drummer Bill Curtis, are a renowned American funk and disco band.
Known for their energetic “street funk” style, they gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s with hits like '(Do The) Spanish Hustle', 'Wicki Wacky', 'Yum, Yum (Give Me Some)', '(Are You Ready) Do the Bus Stop' and 'Backstrokin’”.
Their 1979 single “King Tim III (Personality Jock)” was the first commercially released hip-hop single, which came out one week before the Sugarhill Gang's 'Rapper's Delight'.
How To Get Your Tickets
1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.
2. Await your e-ticket(s) from the venue - these will usually be delivered on the day of the event. Your e-ticket(s) will be sent to your contact email address.
3. Take your e-ticket(s) and show them on entry at the event. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away.
Pricing Information
• No further payment applies beyond the TFG booking fee
Additional Information
• For further event information please visit here
Accessibility Information
• Please note: We recommend all access bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information please visit here
Tickets
You may purchase a maximum of 6 tickets for this event.Location
KOKO London
1A Camden High St
London
NW1 7JE