Necessary Fictions |
Necessary Fictions |
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Description
Description
GoGo Penguin – Necessary Fictions
The boundary-pushing new album from the acclaimed Manchester trio
GoGo Penguin—pianist Chris Illingworth, bassist Nick Blacka, and drummer Jon Scott—return with Necessary Fictions, a bold new chapter in their evolution. Known for their genre-blurring blend of jazz, classical, and electronic music, this album sees the trio expanding their sonic palette with modular synthesizers and first-time guest collaborations.
The record features the debut of vocals on a GoGo Penguin track (“Forgive the Damages” with Daudi Matsiko) and contributions from the Manchester Collective, led by violinist Rakhi Singh. Necessary Fictions is a confident, exploratory release that showcases a band willing to evolve while staying deeply connected to their core identity.
Format: CD
Packaging: Standard jewel case with booklet
Tracklisting
1. Umbra – GoGo Penguin (3:12)
2. Fallowfield Loops – GoGo Penguin (4:44)
3. Forgive the Damages – GoGo Penguin feat. Daudi Matsiko (4:10)
4. What We Are and What We Are Meant to Be – GoGo Penguin (5:37)
5. Background Hiss Reminds Me of Rain – GoGo Penguin (1:40)
6. The Turn Within – GoGo Penguin (5:48)
7. Living Bricks in Dead Mortar – GoGo Penguin (2:52)
8. Naga Ghost – GoGo Penguin (5:24)
9. Luminous Giants – GoGo Penguin feat. Rakhi Singh and Manchester Collective (5:09)
10. Float (Loi Krathong, 2003) – GoGo Penguin (2:33)
11. State of Flux – GoGo Penguin feat. Manchester Collective (4:28)
12. Silence Speaks – GoGo Penguin (3:09)
- Format: CD
- Released: 06/20/2025
Condition Ratings & Details
Condition Ratings & Details
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Condition Ratings
- MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
- Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
- Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
- Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
- Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
- Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.
Sleeve Details
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