Many indie bands that stop by Vienna call at the rectangular, greyish Funkhaus in Argentinierstraße. They follow an invitation from FM4 to appear in the popular programming of this national radio station for alternative rock and electronic music. FM4 is an unavoidable radio station for indie-music-listeners in Austria and parts of Germany (the close-by Bavaria). It broadcasts – besides the music – a rather high level of spoken word content (some of it produced in English) and frequently organizes concerts. Apart from FM4 the listed building, constructed in the 1930s, houses another well-known radio station operated by the public broadcaster ORF – Ö1. Ö1 is a cultural radio network that focuses on classical music, jazz, documentaries, radio plays, discussions et al. Further mentionable and integrated in the 1930s Funkhaus is the RadioKulturhaus, that stages concerts, literature readings, round table discussion and other cultural events. Talked so much about culture, hence, it is not surprising that the adherent café is named KulturCafé.

Recent Session(s) at this location

• Tahiti 80 Out of the radio station and into the next playground – what might seem nerve-wracking for others, looks like a welcome change for Tahiti 80. The French band has a busy schedule, but they still take their time to play with the kids. A young boy, who was immediately convinced by their busking qualities, walks up to Tahiti 80 to give them a coin. After the rendition of the light and breezy „Easy“ the kids manage to ask – „What’s your... more ... June 26th, 2011 - (0 Comments)

• We Were Promised Jetpacks If you’re standing in the front rows at the We Were Promised Jetpacks-concert, the four young Scottish men blow their music of raw emotions and physical force right up in your face. It’s like a blast or thunder in dramatic tones that bursts over the audience’s heads. A fact the Glasgow-based band is loved for, but there is still more to their angst-ridden trembling sound clouds. In this dark universe amidst the loud and muscular play, Ad... more ... March 16th, 2010 - (6 Comments)

• Peter Bjorn and John Coming right from the airport and soon heading further to the soundcheck, the Swedish trio, Peter Bjorn and John, takes a short break for us at the café at Funkhaus. At a prosaic setting with restricted equipment and no time for big arrangements, the smart-dressed group starts into a truly exhilarated and energetic performance. The spark of enthusiasm from the terrific melody, catchy chord progressions and drum patterns right away jumps across... more ... June 28th, 2009 - (2 Comments)

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