The Go! Team

The Go! Team began as the solo project of Ian Parton in Brighton around 2000, Parton assembling a sound from an unlikely combination of cheerleading chants, hip-hop beats, Bollywood samples, and guitar fuzz that was immediately distinctive and genuinely joyful. The project expanded into a full band, with vocalist Ninja becoming a central figure in their live performances.

Their debut album 'Thunder, Lightning, Strike' (2004) on Memphis Industries was one of the most acclaimed British debuts of the decade — a kaleidoscopic, euphoric record that sounded like nothing else. It was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize and earned them an international following. 'Proof of Youth' (2007) and 'Rolling Blackouts' (2011) continued their development.

The Go! Team have continued to release albums of consistent quality, with Parton's eclectic, joyful approach to music-making remaining the constant through various lineup changes. Their live shows are genuinely euphoric — energetic, colourful, and entirely their own. They are one of the more distinctive and beloved acts in British indie music. ⚠ Flag: post-2018 activity — verify most recent release.