Seven years ago, in Brisbane, a group of young men were drawn together by a mutual appreciation and unusual combination of jazz, funk, alcohol and 18th Century Russian and Czech writers. The music that came forth was instantly their own - dynamic, rhythmic, quirky and soulful - thus Kafka was formed.

Ever expanding and contracting, the core of Kafka is four dedicated artists, guitarist Lachlan Mitchell, saxophonist Darcy McNulty, bassist Tom Hinchliffe, and drummer Dominic Hede. Despite featuring in a number of superb bands such, Kafka have earned their own fantastic reputation for their brilliant live shows and relentless gigging. They hold the leading light of Brisbane’s emerging soul-funk scene.

Kafka’s original style of rich Soul, Afro-Beat Jazz and heavy Funk comes from years of playing on the downtown streets, jiving small crowded bars, and living the blues. Musically they all share a prodigal competency for their instruments and an almost psychic ability to read each other’s minds when improvising. In fact, improvisation is what makes them such an exceptional band with each show a new and fresh experience.

In early 2008, Kafka launched their debut self-titled album with a smashing Australian Tour. The album itself has been lovingly crafted and recorded by Misha Laurent with the added support and engineering skills from legendary Resin Dogs percussionist and producer Dave Atkins.