Guide Note:Gogol Bordello is a gypsy punk band led by Ukrainian musician Eugene Hütz. The band is an assemblage of multi-ethnic individuals who perform music which incorporates punk, cabaret, and dub, all saturated in minor-key melodies. The group is best known for their theatrical and wildly entertaining stage shows.
Fast Facts:
- Years Active: 1999–present
- Origin: New York City, New York
- Labels: Rubric Records, SideOneDummy Records
- Released their first album Voi-La Intruder in 1999
- The band appears in Filth and Wisdom, a short film directed by Madonna, in which lead singer Eugene Hütz portrays the main character
- Performed at musical events such as Coachella, Bumbershoot, and Bonnaroo
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