Andy Gill and Jon Langford

Andy Gill is a founding member and guitarist for the British rock group Gang of Four, considered one of the most influential bands since the mid ’70s. Gang of Four’s new album What Happens Next is out February 24th. Noted for his innovative guitar technique, Gill also produced most of Gang of Four’s output, as well as albums for many other artists including the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Jesus Lizard, the Stranglers, Therapy?, Michael Hutchence & Bono, Killing Joke and the Futureheads. Gang of Four’s website is here, their Facebook page is here and you can follow the band on Twitter here.
(Photo credit: Tom Sheehan)

 

Jon Langford is a Welsh-born musician and artist who currently resides in Chicago. He is a founding member of the Mekons, Waco Brothers, and the Three Johns. You can follow the Mekons on Twitter here.

Talks

Andy Gill (Gang of Four) Talks with Jon Langford (the Mekons) for The Talkhouse Music Podcast

By Andy Gill and Jon Langford | August 6, 2015

Andy Gill (Gang of Four) Talks with Jon Langford (the Mekons) for The Talkhouse Music Podcast

Two iconic post-punks recall their common roots, and trace the evolution of the concept of punk rock and how it inspired their respective bands.