Over the years, Funky Vinyl has hosted numerous unforgettable parties, all envisioned and curated by DJ Nobody Knows, the alias of founder and owner Matthijs Spanjaart. These events have taken place across the Netherlands, with a strong focus on Amsterdam. From soulful nights and vinyl-fueled raves to vibrant Tropicalia parties, Funky Vinyl has created countless memorable experiences. Featuring top-rated bands and carefully chosen DJs, each event left an indelible mark on the nightlife scene. On this page, you’ll find an overview of the wide range of artists who have graced Funky Vinyl events, all brought to life by DJ Nobody Knows.
In April 2023 Nobody Knows invited Gallowstreet in WesterUnie Amsterdam, the 8 member strong brass band from the windy streets of Amsterdam North is back with their fifth studio effort reflecting on their over a decade long career of bringing the best that instrumental brass music has to offer.
On multiple Vinyl Raves at Houtbaar in Haarlem and Wibar in Leiden Nobody Knows invited this legend. Benny Rodrigues has infiltrated himself in the list of famous Dutch top DJs in a very short time.
A better fit for the Nobody Knows philosophy is more or less unthinkable. Spanning a plethora of genres from funk, soul and jazz to punk and hip-hop, Habibi Funk unearths hidden gems released in the 1960’s-80’s across the Middle East and North Africa, reissuing the records in eclectic compilations for the modern listener, as well as more recently releasing music from musicians in the current day
Who else to invite if you think about a Vinyl Rave? DJ Bone is one of Detroit's most coveted underground vinyl technicians. This very talented and highly sought after artist plays events and clubs worldwide.
"Electronic music has always been about discovery. Taking dance floors to a next level with exciting new sounds, capturing audiences with a continuous element of surprise" says Michel de Hey. A sentence that inspired Nobody Knows to invite this legend for a vinyl session.
DJ Nobody Knows invited this duo for a club session at Bret in Amsterdam in 2024. Coeo is a eclectic DJ and music production duo hailing from Germany, known for their unique blend of disco & house music.
DJ Nobody Knows invited Cincity to end one of the Tropicalia parties in WesterUnie. Cincity, who is known as Cin to her friends and family, has an insatiable thirst for artistic expression.
The legendary Eddy de Clercq was invited by DJ Nobody Knows to play his Afrotronic sound.
This was a blast, when DJ Nobody Knows asked Brass Rave Unit to close up the Amsterdam Soul Night.
DJ Nobody Knows invited Rob Manga on various events through the years. Today Manga is one of the most respected DJs who plays at the biggest and most important clubs and festivals in the Netherlands. Manga is considered to be one of the most musical DJs of the country.
Nobody Knows invited Secret Cinema. A key figure on the Dutch scene since 1991. An international headlining artist known for his sets in Berghain, Space Ibiza, Womb Tokio, Watergate, his frequent Elrow gigs or headlining every major festival in the Netherlands. Gem Records label boss.
As pioneers in the Dutch jazz scene, ofcource Nobody Knows had to invite them. These musicians were long seen as a bit "strange". Jazz purists regarded their Soul Jazz Latin Flavours Nineties Vibe as too hard and fast. But once younger clubbers found their way to this throbbing dance orchestra then playing at Café Meander, the future arrived and both jazz lovers and jazz haters couldn’t stay away.
De Sluwe Vos (The Sly Fox) has made a remarkable impact on the scene these past few years. Just as remarkable were his Vinyl DJ-sets on the Vinyl Raves where Nobody Knows invited him
Toronto native, London based Jim Sharp is one of the premier remixers within the global DJ game. "And one of the best DJs I've seen around" according to DJ Nobody Knows.
Nobody Knows invited the Rotterdam native Suze Ijo back in 2023 for Amsterdam Soul Night at WesterUnie. She found herself drawn to dancing and collecting records; a passion that notched up a level after she became a First Floor member.
Every year we orgenize Samba at the Beach with Roda da Holanda. The most tropical day of the year on Zandvoort Beach. Roda da Holanda represents an evening that revolves around Brazilian samba, dancing and connecting with the music and each other.
When producer, musician, and thinker Arp Frique introduced himself to the world on debut record ‘The Colorful World of Arp Frique’, the world couldn’t help but smile back. Five years on, the grin still can’t be wiped from his listeners’ faces, as Arp Frique has since gone on to live many fruitful, joyful lives. Besides three releases since - each distinct from the others -, the most recent of which the infectious ‘The Seed’, Arp Frique has not only been heard on BBC Radio and NTS, but on stages around the world, where he journeys with his musical family. Along the way, he continues to stamp smiles onto people’s faces, thanks to his expertly crafted grooves.
On multiple events DJ Nobody Knows invited Ghetto Funk Collective to enlighten the dancefloor with sick moves and funky tricks.
Spreading the universal message of Funk through Music, Dance, Events & more.
Part of the Amsterdam Soul Night 2023. DJ, producer and visual artist Kléo paints musical landscapes from a broad palette of warm grooves and infectious rhythms. Both sensitive and fierce, she is an intuitive force behind the decks.
In November 2022 Nobody Knows invited one of the most legendary boogieman Amsterdam has to offer, Mendel.
Sentinel Island Disco is a DJ duo that has its roots in Amsterdam, they've played on multiple events curated by DJ Nobody Knows.
Fleur du Bonheur warmed up our dancefloor on the beach in the summer of 2023. She is a cosmic curator of disco delight, renowned for her transcendent journeys through the soulful sounds of the late 70s and early 80s
Takling about true passionate DJs, guys who just love music and even more the sharing of it. DJ Tracksuit is always a nominee to get an invite by DJ Nobody Knows.
