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Gogo Penguin began as a collaborative project in Manchester in 2012 and has grown into a globally recognized trio known for blending jazz, electronic textures, and hypnotic rhythms. The band features Chris Illingworth on piano, Nick Blacka on bass, and Jon Scott on drums. Their sound blends improvisation with studio polish, creating immersive, cinematic live experiences across the world. Gogo Penguin’s rise includes a Mercury Prize nomination for v2.0 in 2014, a landmark signing with Blue Note Records in 2016, and a creative evolution under XXIM Records with latest releases exploring new textures and themes. Read on for a detailed biography, discography highlights, and up-to-date tour information for 2025 across North America and Europe.