Gonken
Gonken
Quirky Electro-Punk Rock
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The Penis Song
The Penis Song
An acoustic comedy song about losing ones penis.
"The Penis Song" by Gonken is a Comedy - Adult production available on SoundClick. There is an authenticity to the performance that draws the listener in. The track creates a listening experience that feels awesome, quirky and comedy. "The Penis Song" has reached the top 10 on the main SoundClick Podcasts chart. Listeners into Punk and Electronic will find this track a natural fit within their rotation.
Enumclaw (feat. Eraser:Face)
Enumclaw (feat. Eraser:Face)
A "casio punk" jam! A new anthem for the city of Enumclaw!
"Enumclaw (feat. Eraser:Face)" is a Comedy - Adult track by Gonken on SoundClick. Gonken demonstrates a clear artistic voice throughout. The track creates a listening experience that feels awesome, quirky and comedy. It has reached #15 on the main SoundClick Podcasts chart. Explore the full Gonken catalog on SoundClick and discover more Comedy - Adult music from independent creators. You can download this track free of charge.
F John McCain
F*** John McCain
Political Grindcore? I'm pretty sure this song single handedly won Obama the election...
SoundClick artist Gonken presents "F John McCain", an outstanding release in the Death/Black Metal genre. The track showcases Gonken's instinct for crafting memorable music. With a tone that is awesome, quirky and comedy, Gonken's track connects on an emotional level. "F John McCain" has peaked at number 10 on the SoundClick Death/Black Metal chart. Gonken continues to build a Death/Black Metal catalog on SoundClick, one of the longest-running platforms for independent artists. Download this track for free.
Myspace or Yours
Myspace or Yours
Pop-punk Rap song about me and your mom
"Myspace or Yours" is a Punk track by Gonken on SoundClick. The arrangement reflects a careful attention to detail that rewards repeated listening. The track creates a listening experience that feels awesome, quirky and comedy. It has charted at #16 on the SoundClick Punk chart. "Myspace or Yours" is part of the Gonken catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience. Free MP3 download available for this track on SoundClick.
Pumpkin Party Freakout
Pumpkin Party Freakout
Ever go to a Halloween party, hook up with someone, drink too much, and wake up in a graveyard in the middle of a monster party?
SoundClick artist Gonken presents "Pumpkin Party Freakout", an outstanding release in the Dance genre. Gonken demonstrates a clear artistic voice throughout. With a tone that is awesome, quirky and comedy, Gonken's track connects on an emotional level. Gonken is an independent artist on SoundClick, releasing Dance music directly to fans worldwide. Download this track for free.
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"It is really hard to desribe Gonken. He'll shock some, please others, and make a lasting impression on everyone. Mixing several genres including rock, dance, hip-hop, industrial, and experimental, Gonken is a one-man act who has more talent than most 4 piece bands, all members combined. Hmm, think early Beck, with a twist of Prince and Nine Inch Nails."
-Hannah Rae of Bipolar Audio
Band/artist history
Johnny Gonken
Embracing the punk individualist ethic wholeheartedly, Johnny Gonken creates music that is totally the product of his own wild imagination. With the fervor of an artist driven by his own need to have a unique voice in the world (and fueled by the talent to accomplish just that), Gonken churns out energetic, hooky and artistically defiant music he calls “quirky electro-punk rock.” It's a galvanizing sound and one that reverberates with the in-your-face rawk assault and stimulated by electronic surges.
Genius and Insanity
Deviation from the norm is frequently criticized, sometimes hated. But Gonken doesn't care. He's confident in his highly original music. He has a mark to make on the world and he's busy carving it in. His music can be seen as a reflection of the hypocrisy of the music industry. The unsigned independent who steps off the beaten path is written off as nuts. But the same wacko who makes it is praised for his forward-thinking music. “There's a fine line between genius and insanity,” Gonken says. “That line is fame. If you're underground, people call you crazy, but if you're famous, you're regarded as a genius.”
Fusion
Diversity is perhaps the defining element of Gonken's sound. His music finds roots in everything from pop punk to angry industrial and a lot in between. Eclecticism drives his creative process and he seeks to offer as colorful a musical experience as possible. Besides music, he also draws energy from humor and sci-fi cinema. His inspired askewness charges through every song, his music raw yet primitive, raving mad yet with a satirical edge.
“Gonken is nuts, and by nuts we mean psycho, and by psycho, we mean inspired in a very devastatingly brilliant way.” - A&R Select
Have you performed in front of an audience?
I play locally in the Seattle area. I went on tour in 2003 and will did a few more tours in 2004 and 2005.
Your musical influences
Alec Empire, Beck, Blink-182, Cex, Daft Punk, Nine Inch Nails
What equipment do you use?
Guitars(acoustic & electric), keyboards/synths, drum machines/loops, and a computer.
Anything else?
You can purchase Gonken releases at http://automationrecords.com
http://myspace.com/gonken
Contact
Sorry, this artist currently doesn't accept email messages.
Comments (2)
great job on the "frosty" tune, very cool, it's appreciated! Diggin all your stuff in fact. good luck with the contest thing!
i like your band!!!!if you can, hear my material: search for gpr, alan turing´s machine and los ninos cantores de nagasaki ¡bye!
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