GoGo Penguin: International Showcase Fund (SXSW)

Hailing from Manchester, and signed to Blue Note Records, acoustic-electronica trio GoGo Penguin are pianist Chris Illingworth, bassist Nick Blacka and drummer Rob Turner. Drawing on a heady brew of influences from Brian Eno, John Cage, Massive Attack and Aphex Twin to Manchester’s grey rain-streaked urban streets they create a brave new sound all their own. Defined by skittering break-beats, powerful sub-bass, telepathic interplay and a penchant for anthemic melody they create an emotionally rich palate for the listener that has seen them hailed as the most exciting new band to emerge from the UK in years.

2016 saw the release of their Blue Note debut album, Man Made Object to rave reviews and chart topping sales across the globe. They played over 100 shows worldwide from the Roundhouse Camden to LPR NYC and Coachella. They headline the British Underground jazz stage at SXSW on March 15 ahead of a major US tour in September and their latest release, the EP Live At Abbey Road is out now.

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