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Kay Slice hosts: Curtis Millen Album Try-Out: A night of intimate Funk and Soul
Get ready to be swept off your feet by Curtis Millen, the Irish Soul and Funk powerhouse from West Belfast who’s taking the stage by storm! Curtis has inherited his kinfolk’s natural flair for showmanship, transforming it into electrifying performances that leave audiences buzzing. Raised in the rich musical landscape of his grandmothers’ homes, Curtis was steeped in the timeless sounds of Motown, Soul, Rock’n’Roll, and Jazz. From dancing to Little Richard by day to secretly spinning his father’s CDs of Public Enemy and Nirvana by night, Curtis’s influences are as diverse as they are deep.
After moving to Rotterdam in 2021 to pursue his musical dreams, Curtis found his groove collaborating with local producer Niels Onstenk. Together, they’ve crafted a fresh set of original tracks that fuse the energy of Soul, Funk, and Blues, drawing inspiration from legends like Stevie Wonder, James Brown, and Prince. Now, Curtis is ready to bring his unique sound to the stage with his Works in Progress shows—an exciting lead-up to the release of his highly anticipated singles and EP.
Don’t miss your chance to experience Curtis Millen live! Expect an evening filled with soulful music, infectious energy, and good vibes that will keep you dancing all night long.
Line up:
Niels Onstenk – Guitar
Kevin Bokomo – Backing Vocals
Rosa Millar – Backing Vocals
Gianluca Caló – Bass
Patrick Wiebers – Drums
Martijn van Ditshuizen – Saxophone
Matteo Paggi – Trombone/Trumpet
Driver's Seat Release Party
Energy Personified! A bold statement now synonymous with Irish Soul and Funk singer, Curtis Millen. Having spent the last three years sharpening his craft of voice and engagingly electric showmanship by gigging relentlessly, Curtis is now ready to release his first single ‘Driver’s Seat’ in what is the most accurate portrayal of his high energy captured on record. Along with his 8-piece band, The Trunk’O’Funk, Curtis will be putting on a joyous party when he brings his blend of original soul and funk that they rocked Haarlem Jazz Festival with to Grounds in the city Curtis now calls home.
Haarlem Jazz Festival 2024 - Closing Act Klokhuisplein STAGE
Curtis and his TRUNK’O’FUNK, 9-piece band, take to the Klokhuisplein stage to light up the end of the first night of the festival. Nothing but feel good soul and foot stomping funk through the night. NO TICKETS REQUIRED - This event is open to the public!
Backing Vocals: Kevin Bokomo, Rosa Millar
Guitar: Niels Onstenk
Keys: Ruben Drenthe
Bass: Gianluca Caló
Drums: Patrick Wiebers
Saxophone: Martijn van Ditshuizen
Trumpet: Jelle Janswaard
Curtis Millen & Friends Live @Belushi's
Curtis Millen and his friends are bringin a whole trunk of funk, soul and rock’n’roll to Belushi’s along with their good vibes. If you wnt a good night in a sweet spot in the heart of Amsterdam then get on down and get on up.
Drums: Adam Gammage
Guitar: Jaime Garrido Latorre
Bass: Piter Benzv
Curtis Millen Live @NEMO Science Museum: Zomerdak
Following on from the success of his show in Studio de Bakkerij, the next instalment of Curtis’s Work In Progress series of shows takes place on the rooftop of the landmark NEMO Science Museum in Amsterdam. Expect a lot of Soul, a lot of Funk, a lot of sunshine and good vibes. Free Entry so get on down to get on up. Showtime TBC soon.
Vocal Improv Workshop @/studio de bakkerij, Rotterdam
Curtis Millen is an Irish Soul and Funk singer living in Rotterdam that has managed to make a life in music possible all beginning with improvising at jam sessions around town to build a network, form a band and perform on a regular basis. Niels Onstenk is a Producer and Guitarist who graduated from HKU Conservatory and won Best Guitarist of the Netherlands 2013 (Beste Gitaarist van NL) and is releasing music under his artist name Niké Laos. Together they have created music and performances that have come from spontaneous ideas materialising in the form of song. Between them they have a wealth of knowledge on how to Jam from a singer's perspective and also from the musician's perspective. Come along to their workshop if you want to learn how to improve your jamming skills, be more confident on stage when interacting with others and express yourself more freely. Who knows, you could end up building your own network and most importantly enjoying your life in music more!
King’s Night Party @Bourbon Street
Curtis and the Funk Soul Brothers will be funkin’ up the stage on Koningsnacht 2024 to bring the good vibes in through to the early hours of Koningsdag
Drums: Adam Gammage
Keys: Ruben Drenthe
Guitar: Samir Bashir
Bass: Peter Sid
Curtis Millen & Friends Live @Belushi's (Copy)
Curtis Millen and his friends are bringin a whole trunk of funk, soul and rock’n’roll to Belushi’s along with their good vibes. If you wnt a good night in a sweet spot in the heart of Amsterdam then get on down and get on up.
Drums: Adam Gammage
Guitar: Jaime Garrido Latorre
Bass: Piter Benzv
Curtis Millen & Friends Live @Belushi's
Curtis Millen and his friends are bringin a whole trunk of funk, soul and rock’n’roll to Belushi’s along with their good vibes. If you wnt a good night in a sweet spot in the heart of Amsterdam then get on down and get on up.
Drums: Adam Gammage
Guitar: Jaime Garrido Latorre
Bass: Piter Benzv
Café Stiel‘s
Curtis and the Funk Soul Brothers will be coming to drop the P-Funk in Haarlem at Stiel’s where good vibes all round is a guarantee
FLOW Indoor Festival w/ The Hybrid Orchestra @Theater Zuidplein, Rotterdam
Gala with theater, spoken word, comedy, live music and more! A celebration of creativity and an invitation to discover the unique world of Production House FLOW. Curtis Millen will be performing an original song made in collaboration with Big Jay’s Hybrid Orchestra.
Vocal Improv Workshop @Café Dox, Rotterdam
Curtis Millen is an Irish Soul and Funk singer living in Rotterdam that has managed to make a life in music possible all beginning with improvising at jam sessions around town to build a network, form a band and perform on a regular basis. Niels Onstenk is a Producer and Guitarist who graduated from HKU Conservatory and won Best Guitarist of the Netherlands 2013 (Beste Gitaarist van NL) and is releasing music under his artist name Niké Laos. Together they have created music and performances that have come from spontaneous ideas materialising in the form of song. Between them they have a wealth of knowledge on how to Jam from a singer's perspective and also from the musician's perspective. Come along to their workshop if you want to learn how to improve your jamming skills, be more confident on stage when interacting with others and express yourself more freely. Who knows, you could end up building your own network and most importantly enjoying your life in music more!
Curtis Millen Live at Studio de Bakkerij
Curtis Millen will be debuting a selection of his upcoming releases in a Work In Progress show of soul and funk with a few tasty covers and special guests
Roomsz at Hostel Rooms, Rotterdam
At night you can sit own and relax with your friends on our comfy couches. Order a beer, socialize and enjoy some (live) music in the meanwhile. Don't forget to bring your guitar for our Open Mic Night every last Friday of the month!