All About Da Boogie (April 2025 Edition)

ALL ABOUT DA BOOGIE!

All About Da Boogie:
The Ultimate All-Vinyl Funk, Rare Groove, Soul, Jazz Funk, and Boogie Party. 🎉🔊

Friday, April 11th, 2025

The Horse & Groom, 28 Curtain Road, London, EC2A 3NZ
9pm - 2am

This month's special guest DJs

Bobby and Steve

All About Da Boogie is honoured to welcome Bobby and Steve, the legendary twins of soulful house, disco, and rare groove, for an exclusive one-off performance like no other! This is your chance to experience the pioneers who’ve been at the heart of London’s dance music scene for over 35 years.

They’ve been driving a musical revolution, from the rare groove explosion of the 1980s to championing US garage and house music of today.

As Garage City founders and Groove Odyssey pioneers, Bobby and Steve’s impact is woven into house music’s history.

Now, for All About Da Boogie, they’ll be returning to their vinyl roots for a rare, unforgettable night of Boogie magic that will take you back to where it all began.

This is more than just a party – this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

All About Da Boogie, Friday, April 11th
Your Musical Curators:

🎧 Perry Louis (JazzCotech, Shiftless Shuffle, Mi-Soul Radio)
🎧 Aitch B (Soul360, Soul II Soul, London Music Radio)

Admission:

Advance tickets: £5 + BF (via Eventbrite)

Or pay at the door (Cash or Card): £5.00 (Before 11 PM) / £10.00 (After 11 PM)

BOBBY and STEVE - Pioneering Legends

Bobby and Steve have been at the forefront of a musical revolution, from their roots in the rare groove explosion of the 1980s to their iconic residency at Kiss FM and game-changing pilgrimage to New York’s Paradise Garage. They brought the soul of US garage and house music back to the UK, creating a sound that still influences the scene today.

As the founders of Garage City and the visionaries behind Groove Odyssey, Bobby and Steve are true legends in the world of house music. Their influence spans decades, shaping the soulful house scene from the iconic Ministry of Sound to the vibrant parties of Ibiza and the legendary Chosen Few.

Known for their unmatched energy and passion, they’ve hosted unforgettable events featuring Masters At Work, Body & Soul, DJ Spen, Dimitri From Paris, Terry Hunter, and Mike Dunn.

Bobby and Steve don’t just play music—they create experiences that keep the heart of soulful house beating strong.

Don’t let this opportunity to see and hear Bobby and Steve spinning the vinyl tracks that shaped the direction of musical legacy.

It’s going to be unique...
It’s going to be electrifying...
It’s going to be All About Da Boogie...

ALL ABOUT DA BOOGIE

This DJ-led club session was created during the COVID-19 lockdowns by the DJ team of Perry Louis (JazzCotech) and Aitch B (Soul360). Together, Perry and Aitch showcase Boogie, the legendary music style that started their journey on the UK club scene in the late 1970s and early 1980s, to them and many others. Boogie is where it all began.

Boogie includes the musical influences of Funk, Rare Groove, P-funk, JazzFunk, Britfunk, Soul and Disco.

Get ready to groove to the beats of two true pioneers with almost a century of club DJ-ing musical history and experience between them!

All About Da Boogie - Dancefloor inspiration!

PERRY LOUIS

Perry Louis is one of the UK's leading old-school Jazz dancers, DJs, and promoters.

Perry founded JazzCotech Dancers and created legendary club promotions such as Messin' Around, Shiftless Shuffle, Focus on Jazz and Weak At The Knees. He also DJs at prestigious London venues such as Ronnie Scotts, The Jazz Cafe and South London Soul Train.

Perry is a highly acclaimed presenter and a master at making folks move to his beats! He currently hosts a weekly Monday night show on Mi-Soul (Jazz After Dark), and as a DJ, he’s constantly in demand, spinning his Vinyl around the globe.

AITCH B

Aitch B has been a long-standing member of the legendary UK musical entity SOUL II SOUL since his fateful meeting with Daddae Harvey & Jazzie B in 1983.

As one of "The Original Funki Dreds," he spun tracks at some of the hottest spots in London, from the warehouse scene to The Africa Centre to The Fridge in Brixton. Between 1988 and 1992, he helped nurture London's club scene in clubs, warehouse parties, and on the radio.

At the height of Soul II Soul's success, he penned the lyrics for 'Get A Life' and a selection of tracks across Soul II Soul's first three albums. Plus, he wrote lyrics for selection songs by James Brown and The Jones Girls.

Aitch has been at the forefront of various musical styles and genres, from Rare Grooves to Soulful House and has performed all over the UK and worldwide. Currently active under his brand SOUL360, Aitch is a highly-rated DJ and radio presenter on LondonMusicRadio.com

HORSE & GROOM

Since opening in 2007, the Horse & Groom has become an iconic gem in East London! 🌟

By day, it serves as a go-to traditional East End tavern, offering CLASSIC & CRAFT BEERS, ALES, and some of London’s FINEST BURGERS, the Stokey Bears. 🍔🍻

As the sun sets, guests can expect a night of unforgettable beats! 🎶 The venue has hosted some of the best DJs in the underground music scene, making it a must-visit destination for partygoers. Whether you're a local or visiting from out of town, everyone is welcome to come and enjoy good food, drinks, and vibes 🎧 💃🕺

Recognized as the ORIGINAL ENTRANCE to Shakespeare’s Curtain Theater in 2012, they proudly hold their status as a protected venue, ensuring that Shoreditch will continue to buzz with DRINKING & DANCING for years to come!

We look forward to having your presence on the dancefloor every 2nd Friday of the month at All About Da Boogie.