The Ferret presents

GONG

Bright Spirit Tour 2026

Sat 26th Sept

The Ferret, Preston

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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.

The current incarnation, who were put together by Daevid before his swansong album with Gong, ‘I 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”.

The collective is the most stable in Gong’s illustrious history, having written, recorded and toured together for eleven 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, performances and message into new realms, paying no mind to nostalgia. Gong in 2026 continue the ethics, attitude and lifestyle that was always woven into the fabric of the band.

Line-up:

Ian East – saxophones and woodwinds

Fabio Golfetti – guitar and singing

Cheb Nettles – drums and singing

Dave Sturt – bass and singing

Kavus Torabi – singing and guitar

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The Ferret presents

GONG

Bright Spirit Tour 2026

Sat 26th Sept

The Ferret, Preston

+ special guests TBA

Tickets £22.50 + booking fee

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Description supplied by the event organiser.