Name: Fanfares
Brand: GoGo Penguin

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

GONDLP008

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Black

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Rough Trade Exclusive

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-12-29

Signed copies

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Standard:20

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5029385840761

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

 GoGo Penguin

Genre GB

Jazz

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Gondwana Records

GoGo Penguin is a British contemporary jazz trio hailing from Manchester. Consisting of Chris Illingworth on piano, Nick Blacka on bass, and Jon Scott on drums, they have made a name for themselves with their unique blend of jazz, electronica, and classical music influences. With their mesmerizing performances and innovative compositions, GoGo Penguin has captivated audiences worldwide. Their music is characterized by intricate melodies, rhythmic complexity, and a sense of adventure that pushes the boundaries of traditional jazz. Whether you're a fan of jazz or simply appreciate great music, GoGo Penguin is sure to leave you spellbound.

GoGo Penguin

Gondwana Records is an independent record label based in Manchester, UK. Founded by Matthew Halsall in 2008, the label has gained recognition for its diverse roster of talented artists and exceptional music releases.

Over the years, Gondwana Records has been a platform for renowned musicians such as Dwight Trible, GoGo Penguin, John Ellis, Mammal Hands, Nat Birchall, Noya Rao, Phil France and Portico Quartet. Each artist brings their unique style and musical expertise to the label's catalogue.

With a commitment to showcasing innovative and boundary-pushing music, Gondwana Records continues to be at the forefront of the independent music scene. Whether you're a jazz enthusiast or simply appreciate good music across genres, Gondwana Records offers a captivating selection that will leave you wanting more.

Matthew Halsall’s Manchester based Gondwana record label shines a light on another of Manchester’s well kept musical secrets, the expansive, brilliant piano trio GoGo Penguin. Manchester trio GoGo Penguin are an exhilarating live act, drawing on a heady brew of influences from Aphex Twin to Brian Eno, Debussy to Shostakovich and Massive Attack to EST. The debut album Fanfares won raves reviews from the Guardian to BBC Music and support from the likes of Mike Chadwick and Gilles Peterson and was nominated for best jazz album at the World Wide Awards. It is the band’s unique ability to synthesis and develop each others melodic and harmonic ideas while drawing on music from classical to electronica that makes GoGo Penguin’s music so enthralling and their debut album such a powerful opening salvo from a powerful voice in UK music.

Fanfares

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