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Mogwai

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Group. Formed 1996.

Biography

Mogwai are a Scottish rock group from Glasgow, Scotland. Formed by Stuart Braithwaite and Dominic Aitchison in 1995, Mogwai has since become one of the most influential and best known names in post-rock.

They typically compose instrumental, often lengthy guitar-based pieces in the post-rock tradition. They are usually focused around the elaboration of a single theme and are known for dynamic contrast, melodic bass guitar riffs, their use of guitar distortion and effects. Braithwaite has commented on the absence of lyrics in most of Mogwai's music, saying:

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  1. The Hawk Is Howling 2008

    The Hawk Is Howling

    Reviewed by Chris Jones

    Thank goodness someone's still doing this stuff.

Credits

Role Artist Release
Performer Clint Mansell The Fountain (2006)
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  1. Mogwai - At T In The Park

    Mogwai appear at this year's T In The Park

    Mogwai - At T In The Park

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