GoGo Penguin are back—and stronger than ever. With their seventh studio album NECESSARY FICTIONS (out June 20), the Manchester trio dive headfirst into a new era of creativity, rediscovering their roots in rave and dance culture while pushing their sound into deeper, more daring territory. This is GoGo Penguin unmasked—authentic, self-assured, and sonically fearless.
The band’s new single “Fallowfield Loops” kicks things off with a driving, melancholic groove and a tribute to their hometown’s iconic Toast Rack building, captured in a striking video co-directed by pianist Chris Illingworth and bassist Nick Blacka.
Having come through grief, near-breakup, and lineup changes (welcoming powerhouse drummer Jon Scott), the band now hits their stride—leaning into modular synths, stripped-back storytelling, and their signature hybrid of jazz, classical, and electronic energy. For the first time, they also open the door to new collaborators, including Manchester Collective and British-Ugandan artist Daudi Matsiko.
“This is us. No masks, no filters,” says Blacka. “It’s raw, it’s real—and it grooves.”
NECESSARY FICTIONS is a bold evolution—and the beginning of an exciting new chapter. Stay tuned for U.S. tour dates dropping next week.
NECESSARY FICTIONS due out June 20. It’s a bold new chapter in the band’s evolution and represents a deep dive into identity, authenticity, and transformation. Pre-order now + watch video for “Fallowfield Loops” here.