Phat Waffle is a Charlotte, North Carolina-based funk band known for their energetic performances and groove-driven sound. They have been active in the local music scene, performing at venues such as The Comet Grill and Smokey Joe’s Cafe. Their music blends funk rhythms with soulful melodies, creating a distinctive and engaging style.
The band has released original tracks, including “Waffle Anthem” and “Choose Myself,” both available on Apple Music. They maintain an active presence on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where they share updates and engage with fans.
For a taste of their live performances, you can watch their cover of Blackstreet’s “No Diggity” performed at Smokey Joe’s Cafe.
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About the Band – Phat Waffle
Phat Waffle is a collective from Charlotte, NC. The band started in 2012, playing covers in local Charlotte bars. In 2013, Phat Waffle disbanded. Each band member had their own projects and bands they played in from 2013-2023. In 2023, the band reformed for a single show, which led to Phat Waffle project officially starting up again. In 2023-2024, Phat Waffle worked on writing and recording music, utilizing a DIY method of piecing together different aspects of their music. Their EP, On Jay Street, is named after an adjacent from, The Playroom, in Charlotte, NC, where the EP was written and some aspects of it were recorded. Cole Millward at Giant Spoon Production took the flag from there and helped piece together the DIY methods taken to record the On Jay Street EP. Now in 2025, Phat Waffle is releasing singles from their EP, so far releasing Waffle Anthem and Choose Myself on all streaming platforms.