What better way to start the weekend than with the hardest grooves, banging beats and sparkling solos? Mothersfonk makes themselves heard: straight, without frills, with raw, high-energy, groovy tunes. From tiny clubs to giant stages, they always make it a party! Mothersfonk is the Netherlands’ new funk sensation. The eight-member formation from Rotterdam brings a… Continue reading Mothersfonk
Archives: Concerten
The Skints
The London-based four-piece The Skints brings you the eclectic sound of their hometown’s suburbs. With a raw mix of ska, punk, dub, reggae, hip-hop and grime, they’re sure to put a smile on your face. A dose of their East London reggae or tropical punk at GROUNDS is therefore the perfect remedy for braving the… Continue reading The Skints
Playgrounds Sessions: Omar Ka & Bao Sissoko
| This event will take place in the HBS Garden (Lab Grounds, ‘s-Gravendijkwal 58). Lab Grounds proudly presents: The Playgrounds Sessions! This summer, we will open our cosy garden again and every two weeks we will serve you the best live music, the tastiest food and the coldest drinks to create an amazing evening together.… Continue reading Playgrounds Sessions: Omar Ka & Bao Sissoko
Biita Houdei
| This event will take place at Lab Grounds (‘s-Gravendijkwal 58B). Lab Grounds is located on the second floor and there is no lift in the building, sorry for the inconvenience. Biita Houdei is the new project from singer-songwriter Lisa Houdei, formerly known as LéPonds. This experimental folk singer-songwriter from Woodstock, NY, blends her Persian… Continue reading Biita Houdei
Mysore Brothers
| This event is sponsored by ICCR and the Embassy of India The Hague. The masterclass is free and open to the public; you can reserve your spot via the ticket link. | This event will take place at Lab Grounds (‘s-Gravendijkwal 58B). Lab Grounds is located on the second floor and there is no… Continue reading Mysore Brothers
Min Taka
Min Taka offers a glimpse into her inner world with a captivating blend of indie, synth-pop, hyperpop and Turkish influences. One moment soft and intimate, the next bursting with electronic energy. Although her stage name is based on the myth of a lost paradise, Min Taka is currently proving herself to be the rising star… Continue reading Min Taka
Samba Touré: Ali Farka Touré songbook
The renowned Malian guitar legend Samba Touré is returning to GROUNDS following his fantastic show in 2025! And this time for a very special performance, as he will be paying tribute to his mentor Ali Farka Touré, 20 years after his death. Samba Touré began his career as the lead singer of the band Farafina… Continue reading Samba Touré: Ali Farka Touré songbook
De Baron
With generous doses of polder punk, Balkan brass and Saharan sounds, De Baron takes you on a musical journey from west to east. With one goal in mind: to throw a big party wherever they go. Because every attempt to make the world a little better deserves to be celebrated. De Baron lovingly blends anarchism… Continue reading De Baron
Plein Public: The Bird Experience
| Plein Public takes place at Piet Heynsplein. Plein Public will transform the Piet Heynsplein in Rotterdam-Delfshaven into a vibrant meeting place full of free concerts, theatre performances, workshops, and more. On Friday 29 May and 5 June, GROUNDS will make sure you start the weekend dancing. And are you curious about Plein Public’s full… Continue reading Plein Public: The Bird Experience
Songhoy Blues
Songhoy Blues is one of the most outstanding and surprising desert blues bands around today. Refugees from northern Mali and now based in Bamako, they pay musical tribute to the ancient Songhoy traditions. And now, they finally bring their masterful new take on the desert blues sound to GROUNDS! Charismatic, articulate and creative, the band… Continue reading Songhoy Blues