Mogwai are a Scottish post-rock band, formed in 1995 in Glasgow.
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10 Facts About Mogwai
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Mogwai typically compose lengthy guitar-based instrumental pieces that feature dynamic contrast, melodic bass guitar lines, and heavy use of distortion and effects.
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Mogwai had already played a few shows with the band, as a flautist and as an occasional pianist.
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In September 2010, Mogwai left longtime North American distributor Matador Records, and signed with Sub Pop.
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On 27 October 2010, Mogwai announced their seventh studio album, Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will.
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In July 2013, Mogwai performed their soundtrack to Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait for the first time at dates across the UK.
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In June 2015 Mogwai played a series of high-profile shows in the UK and Ireland, climaxing with two nights at the Camden Roundhouse, to celebrate the band's 20th anniversary.
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On 29 October 2020, Mogwai announced a new album, As the Love Continues, which went on to reach No 1 in the UK Albums Chart on 26 February 2021.
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In July 2022 Mogwai released the soundtrack for the Apple TV+ series Black Bird.
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Mogwai's style has easily identifiable connections to genres such as shoegaze, math rock, and art rock.
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