Gang Of Four will play their final show in London next year.
The band emerged from the post-punk milieu, blending punk with funk in the process. Channelling political and sociological thought in the process, albums such as their iconic debut ‘Entertainment!’ have influenced generations of groups.
Reforming in the 21st century, Gang of Four have changed and evolved, while releasing new music. Sadly, guitarist Andy Gill passed away in 2020, with the band now laying out plans for their last ever show.
Gang of Four will play O2 Forum Kentish Town on June 24th, with the band performing two sets. Opening by playing ‘Entertainment!’ in full, the group will then play a set that covers the rest of their career.
CLASH spoke to singer Jon King back in 2009 about ‘Entertainment!’ and he mused on the dynamic punk-funk of ‘I Found That Essence Rare’…
EMI loved it and wanted Essence to be the first single from Entertainment! Never missing a chance to miss a chance, we said no way, the song was too commercial (duh!) and wasn’t representative. We refused the release and succeeded in pisssing off our A&R team and lable manager. They moved their affections, what little they ever had any for us, to their new signing Duran Duran. Oh, Rio!
Tickets are on sale now.
Gang of Four will play O2 Forum Kentish Town on June 24th.
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