Take a deep and colourful dubfunk-jazzical trip in the quest to discover the truth behind the galaxy’s most elusive and mysterious icon,
Deity, Confucius or downright cheeky monkey? Immerse yourself in a highly original musical-visual voyage as you seek to unravel the mystery behind this tantalising and symbolic enigma, worshipped and revered, mocked and mistrusted in equal measure.
Voyage through fantastical worlds and bizarre scenarios in a psychedelic Hero’s Journey of thrilling and surreal art accompanied by a luscious deep electronica soundtrack from the mind of celebrated artist and composer Jem Panufnik, the creative force behind Finger Lickin’ Records and more.
This highly original 96-page, lavishly illustrated hardback book includes a CD of specially-created music (streamable also), with an array of incredible musicians including Ben Castle (Quincy Jones, Elton John, Hans Zimmer, Radiohead) and Dominic Glover (Incognito, Primal Scream, Brand New Heavies, Orbital).
Book with CD out now on Velocity Press, order here right now
The fifteen-track musical album The Legend of Kaptain Karnival, as well as on a decorative CD beautifully incorporated within the book, is simultaneously released digitally by Bona Fido Recordings
Stream or download on all platforms including Spotify, Apple, Deezer, Tidal, JunoDownload, Beatport etc by clicking here.
Two monstrously funky singles have already been released: Moose Knuckle Sandwich and Everybody’s Hugging The Horse (click respective titles for all streaming platforms)
After a hugely successful launch show at London’s new space Farsight Gallery the explosive exhibition of prints, paintings and sculpture travels to Bristol at the fabulous, family-friendly Ardagh community centre and cafe from Friday 27th September to Sunday 20th October 2024.
The show will then make its way to Digbeth Art Space in Birmingham from 21st October and then Brighton at the funky Hotel Pelirocco from November 17th.
Watch this space for all upcoming details.
“Jem’s work leaps out at you. Whether it’s pouncing from the speaker or jumping off the canvas, there’s a vivid playfulness and sense of adventure across both of his disciplines. It’s very rare you see such artful dexterity in dance music culture.”
Dave Jenkins (Bandcamp Editorial/International DJ Mag)
“Jem “Stone” Panufnik’s contributions to the party movement never cease to inspire. He continues his joyously unpredictable groove assault with awesome graphics over a laid-back slab of fun-poking, swaggering beats. Predictably tasty.”
Junodownload.com
“Where do you start with Jem Panufnik?! Without a doubt one of the most talented and ground-breaking creatives I know. His musical legacy (even before you look at his family tree) took the world by storm and continues to resonate now. A true force of the art world, this incredible new album/book as expected is testament to his musical/visual passion.”
Chris Bailey (Ministry of Sound Radio)
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