
Penguin Cafe
Arthur Jeffes’ band, founded 2009
Penguin Cafe, founded by Arthur Jeffes in 2009, has become a distinctive presence in the British live music scene. Emerging from the United Kingdom, the group continues the spirit of the original Penguin Cafe Orchestra, blending acoustic instrumentation with a compelling modern sensibility. Their refined, genre-blurring sound has resonated deeply with discerning audiences and critics alike, establishing Penguin Cafe as a sought-after name for unique concerts and artful gigs.
Their recent activity includes a headline performance at St George's Church in Brighton during the Melting Vinyl Live 2025 series. This event further cemented their reputation for delivering captivating live music experiences in distinguished venues. In addition to their rich performance schedule, Penguin Cafe have remained creatively fertile, releasing the single "Perpetuum Mobile" in October 2023 and the album "Rain Before Seven..." in July 2023. Their catalogue is marked by sophisticated tracks such as "(The Roaring of a) Silent Sun" and "And Yet…", offering listeners a rare blend of contemporary classicism and inventive flair.
For those passionate about distinctive British bands and immersive concerts, Penguin Cafe is an essential listen and a memorable live act. Stay connected with Penguin Cafe and keep abreast of their forthcoming gigs to experience their singular approach to live music and creative collaboration.
Penguin Cafe Gigs
Featuring eat girl, ism, the rheingans sisters, rich(ard) dawson, faye maccalman, the young 'uns, oyama, ye vagabonds and more.
