Palooka 5 play Sci-Fi Surf - think B52s/Joe Meek, with a 'bad vibrations' modern twist. They tick all the boxes for that curl shootin', shape throwing, surf hoodang in space that you've always dreamed of! Please be aware - a live show will potentially leave you on a space station somewhere between Taunton and the moon, or further... The band released their debut long player 'Rough Magic' in 2018, which was followed in 2020 with 'Ultra Marine', and then a re-issue/rebranded 'Rough Magic' in 2021, due to demand. February this year saw the release of their 'Alien Grace' long player, to many screams, even getting the full live side aired on the Gideon Coe show on BBC6 Music! Since inception, Palooka 5 have played more gigs than there are days in a year... The band have received great airplay from the best stations near and far, and have also gained top reviews for their albums and live shows. Whilst gigging in Medway late 2022, Palooka 5 nipped into Jim Riley's Ranscombe Studios and banged out four stompin' hits; these being those very four!
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Ortofon 2M Blue Premounted
Mounted on the SH-4 Black Headshell, this setup delivers exceptional clarity, dynamic range, and accurate sound reproduction.
-
Ortofon 2M Red Cartridge
Features an elliptical stylus that accurately tracks the grooves of vinyl records, delivering a rich, detailed sound with an output voltage of 5.5 mV
-
Technics SL-1500C Turntable
Features a direct-drive motor, a high-precision tonearm, and a premium MM cartridge, delivering exceptional sound quality
-
Edifier R1280DB Powered Speakers
Combining classic design with modern Bluetooth connectivity, built-in amplification and versatile inputs, these speakers deliver rich, balanced sound.
-
HumminGuru: Ultrasonic Vinyl Record Cleaner
Advanced ultrasonic technology with customizable cleaning cycles and a large tank capacity to thoroughly remove dust, dirt, and contaminants
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
House of Protection Outrun You All
Red Bull Records
May 23, 2025 -
Sleeper's Bell Clover
Fire Talk Records
June 13, 2025 -
Matmos Metallic Life Review
Thrill Jockey Records
June 20, 2025 -
Brideshead You Are The Light
Shelflife
May 23, 2025 -
Youth Code Yours, With Malice (Sky Blue/Black Galaxy EP)
Sumerian Records
June 6, 2025 -
Entheomorphosis Pyha kuilu
Svart Records
May 23, 2025 -
W.Cullen Hart Leap Through Poisoned Air
Orange Twin
May 30, 2025 -
Solak Atlas
Kuroneko
May 16, 2025 -
Kyoto Jazz Massive KJM Covers: Kyoto Jazz Massive (30th Anniversary Compilation)
Lawson Ent
May 2, 2025 -
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Phantom Island Recycled
p(doom) Records
June 13, 2025 -
Florry Sounds Like...
Dear Life Records
May 23, 2025 -
Turnstile NEVER ENOUGH
Roadrunner Records
June 6, 2025 -
Kristina Murray Little Blue
Normaltown Records
May 9, 2025 -
Heart Attack Man Joyride the Pale Horse
Many Hats Dist
May 23, 2025