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Prog Pop band Mangata

04/21/2020 Lafayette, LAProg Pop band Mangata has announced they will re-issue their last EP, 2018’s Hososhi (Self-Released), later in 2020. The expanded edition will include new music, as an introduction to the next era of the band, and eventually, their next full-length album. The self-described “Lollipop Gospel” band from Louisiana are chameleon-like genre blenders, with a unique stage show and captivating presence. The band has one other release, their 2015 debut Vices. Further details about the new version of the Hososhi EP, including formats, track-listing, and a release date for the music are coming soon. The band is also planning special content across social media in the run-up to the release as well. In the meantime, the current EP is available for purchase and streaming here: h ttp://mangata337.bandcamp.com/album/hososhi EPK: with photos, videos, bio and social media links:https://www.mangatamusic.com/epkFFO: Hiatus Kaiyote, Crumb, Amy Winehouse, Ava Luna, Minus the Bear, The Pixies, Thank You Scientist, Sonic Youth, Feist, Erykah Badu Mangata Performs “916” | The Wurst Biergarten | Lafayette, LA.

More about the band:Mangata is a prog-pop band spreading the ‘Lollipop Gospel’ from the musical melting pot that is Southern Louisiana. Borne out of the fusion of a variety of cultures and bringing together everything from jazz to post-rock by way of indie, Mangata have a distinct musical vision paired with an aesthetic of candy-coated existential dread. Their glittery look plays out across the bands’ photos and stage shows, making for an experience like no other. This unique look and one-of-a-kind sound has won Mangata fans across the region. The band formed from old creative alliances and experimental desires. After deciding to work together, frontwoman Hannah Gilley and drummer Jason Daniels quickly recruited local guitarists Ryan LaFleur and Gabe McCassey. In 2018 the band rounded out the lineup with bassist Zack Guidry. Since their inception the band has embarked on a handful of tours, carving up the south with a distinct live show. Mangata’s unique prog meets pop sound draws from the influence of bands like Hiatus Kaiyote, Circa Survive, and Explosions In The Sky. This mesh of ideas has garnered them regular radio play in Lafayette, numerous local awards and opening slots for Abstraction and Televangelist. As the group continues to evolve they are preparing to record a new album that they are currently deep in the creative process of. With goals of playing festivals across the nation and touring with some of their favorite acts, Mangata have the ambition it takes to grow. With an approach that can hardly be matched, their dedication to their vision has gotten them far. As they continue to spread it more fans are sure to take part in their growing legacy. What about you? Are you ready to experience the Lollipop Gospel? Biography by Matt Bacon Mangata is:Hannah Gilley – VocalsGabe McCassey – GuitarRyan LaFleur – GuitarZack Guidry – BassJason Daniels – Drums

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