Next show: Los Angeles, Sat 14 Nov
New release REACH FOR SOMETHING HIGHER EP is a call to stand with democracy, equality and accountability. We are highlighting the messages of the songs with: Led By Donkeys - https://donate.ledbydonkeys.org/ Stonewall - https://www.stonewall.org.uk/emf Greenpeace - https://action.greenpeace.org.uk/protect-the-right-to-protest Their debut album Schubert Dip (1991) captured their raw energy and genre-defying sound. With follow-ups Stigma (1992) and Cha Cha Cha (1995), EMF took fans on an ever-evolving journey, shifting from dance floor anthems to darker, more introspective sonic territory. After a split in 1995, EMF reformed in 2001 for The Best of EMF: Epsom Mad Funkers. But just as a full resurgence seemed imminent, tragedy struck. The sudden passing of Zac Foley in early 2002 shocked the band back into silence.Though they sporadically returned to the stage with new bassist Stevey Marsh and a 2012 live DVD of Schubert Dip and Stigma, it wasn’t until 2020 that EMF truly reignited. Marking their 30th anniversary, the band released the expansive box set From Us to You, which included remastered classics and a disc of b-sides and unreleased archive material. Feeling the love from their loyal fans, James and Ian started writing again, culminating in the triumphant 2022 release of Go Go Sapiens with new drummer Aid Todd. Their momentum continued with 2024’s The Beauty and the Chaos, a critically acclaimed album that reaffirmed EMF’s place in the modern music landscape.
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EMF plays alternative dance-rock and indie rock, blending catchy pop hooks with swaggering guitars and electronic beats, famously showcased on their hit album Schubert Dip.
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The current lineup of EMF features James Atkin, Ian Dench, Stevey Marsh, and Robin Goodridge.
EMF formed in 1989 in the Forest of Dean town of Cinderford, Gloucestershire, England.