As a 7-piece band, complete with trumpet, saxophones and percussion, they offer an eclectic mix of world music combining Afro-Beat and Salsa with Jazz and Funk-Rock.

With sell-out shows across the UK and knock-out performances at various festivals such as Tramlines and Y Not, Forefathers deliver that sought-after party atmosphere. Their magnetism has attracted a strong and loyal following with their pulsating polyrhythms inducing a unifying dance riot at every show. The band turned promoters' heads when supporting “Titans of the Festival Circuit” Hot 8 Brass Band and have also shared the stage with The Mouse Outfit, Utah Saints, KOG and the Zongo Brigade, Sonic Boom Six and Mango Rescue Team.

Signed by the Mango Disco label, the Afro-Funk unit rose to critical acclaim from the BBC and gained airtime across local and national radio stations after the release of their first single “Respectfully Sexually”. Subsequently, the EP launch gig sold out and the single “Gentrifination” jumped back onto BBC Introducing within 2 days.

“Forefathers’ gigs are a crazy party; you can't keep still, you just gotta dance!" Christian Carlisle, BBC Introducing.