Friday night’s sold-out King Mojo reunion at The Library in Attercliffe proved a major success, attracting music fans from across the region to celebrate the sounds and legacy of Sheffield’s legendary teenage club.
The evening recreated the soul, Motown and R&B soundtrack that once filled the dancefloor at King Mojo — the iconic Pitsmoor venue where artists including Stevie Wonder, Ike & Tina Turner, Jimi Hendrix, The Who and Small Faces appeared early in their careers.
Alongside the music, the event also generated significant public engagement with the wider Mojo Rising heritage project celebrating 60 years of King Mojo.
Attendees signed up in large numbers to share oral history memories, volunteer with future activities and help shape plans for a proposed community mural celebrating the venue’s cultural legacy.
Artist Angela Hardwick spent the evening discussing mural ideas with guests while also encouraging people to register interest in forthcoming King Mojo-inspired pop art workshops.
Project lead Neil Anderson said:“The atmosphere was fantastic and the response exceeded all expectations. What really stood out was how many people wanted to become actively involved in the project. It showed that King Mojo still has a huge emotional connection with people right across the region.
“A huge thank you as well to the fantastic DJs who generously gave up their time to help recreate the sound and atmosphere of the original King Mojo, along with all the volunteers and supporters who worked behind the scenes to make the evening such a success. Thanks also to The Library for hosting the event and helping provide such a brilliant atmosphere for the reunion.”
The Mojo Rising project is supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and aims to preserve, celebrate and share the story of one of Sheffield’s most influential music venues.