The Utopians(Bel)/The Bandulus(US)/The Dandifieds(AUT) Flucc, 22.06.'25

Prepare to be captivated by the fusion of rocksteady and funk that defines The Utopians - the
epitome of coolness in the music scene.
Formed in 2021, this powerhouse ensemble brings together the best of the best, including former
members of Moon Invaders and the incomparable Belgian-Congolese frontman, Nicolas Nsakala.
Their electrifying energy and infectious melodies have already conquered audiences across
Belgium, France, and Germany, earning them a loyal fanbase that hangs on their every note.
But that's not all - The Utopians have had the incredible honor of serving as the backing band for
renowned Jamaican artists like Winston Francis, Stranger Cole, and Alpheus. These unforgettable
experiences have catapulted their journey to international fame, establishing them as one of the
hottest acts on the ska-rocksteady circuit.

The Bandulus (BAN-DOO-LOOS) are the brainchild of Jeremy Peña, a musician hailing from
Austin, Texas. With a background in notable bands like Los Skarnales and the Trenchtown Texans,
Peña embarked on a solo journey to create the mesmerizing fusion of traditional ska, reggae, and
soul that defines The Bandulus

THE DANDIFIEDS
Die Musik der Dandifieds ist beeinflusst vom frühen Ska, Reggae- und Rocksteady der 60er Jahre. Vergleichbar ist ihr Sound und Style sehr stark mit dem Ska-Revival Ende der 70er Jahre, das dauerhaft unter dem Synonym 2Tone Geschichte schrieb.
Das Quintett machte sich – nach ihrer Gründung 2006 - in einen Szene-Namen und konnte so als Opening Act der legendären Pioneers, Mr. Symarip (aka Roy Ellis) oder Punk-Ur-Gesteine Toy Dolls Tanz- und Musikhallen zum Kochen bringen.