GONG

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The universe of Gong began in 1969 when Daevid Allen was inspired by a profound psychedelic vision. A founder member of Soft Machine, Allen incorporated his spiritual and metaphysical leanings into an evolving collective. More a mythology than a band in the conventional sense, Gong established itself as one of the most unique, innovative and experimental rock groups of the seventies, through an exploratory mix of rock, jazz and psychedelia with elements of mysticism and surrealism, unafraid to deliver its messages directly, obliquely or whimsically.
The current incarnation, who were put together by Daevid before his swansong album with Gong, See You’, honour his intention that Gong do not die with him, urging the band to “carry it on into new unknown heights and depths far beyond anything I could ever imagine myself”.
‘I The collective of Kavus T orabi, Dave Sturt, Fabio Golfetti, Ian East and Cheb Nettles is the most stable in Gong/s illustrious history, having written, recorded and toured together for eight years since Allen/s passing. A dynamic, powerful and explosive live band, their music draws from the credo of the original Gong while remaining committed to pushing the composition, performancesand message into new realms, paying no mind to nostalgia. Gong in 2023 continue the ethics, attitude and lifestyle that was always woven into the fabric of the band.
Coming up at NAC•
Floral Image
Alan Sparhawk (of Low)
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- At Norwich Arts Centre on Tue 25 Nov 2025 @ 8:00 PM
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Standing
Open from 7pm
Book Now
- At Norwich Arts Centre on Tue 25 Nov 2025 @ 8:00 PM
£26 adv | £29.50 door
Save between £1.50-£3.50+ per ticket and 10% off the bar. Visit our 'Support Us' page to join today. FREE for under 26s.
Standing
Open from 7pm