TheRuffcats

TheRuffcats, an eight-piece live band from Berlin, are renowned for their heavy funk and progressive soul stylings. Known as the studio and backing band of German soul shouter Flo Mega, they have played over 250 gigs in the past two years with various artists. Their first album, "The Essence Pt.1", showcases a blend of influences from hip-hop, soul, psych, jazz, Sa Ra Creative Partners, Dilla, Manfred Krug, Can, and UK future bass. In late January 2015, TheRuffcats recorded their album "The Essence Pt.1" at Lovelite studios in Berlin, with additional contributions from studio owner Jochen Stroh. The album features eleven raw jams that pay homage to the past while pushing boundaries to create something fresh and exciting, encompassing raw funk, afro-beat, jazz, psych, and latin played with a 2012 hip-hop state of mind.

TheRuffcats played in Dampfer at Sisyphos on 29 September 2024.