Head's up for all Gorillaz fans out there. Gorillaz the biggest virtual band in the world is set to play one of the biggest shows ever in The O2 in London on 11th August 2021.
Gorillaz has embarked on a tour to promote their latest offering Song Machine: Season One - Strange Timez – one of their most well-received albums that has debuted online in 2020.
In reviewing their album, the NME wrote: “‘Strange Timez’ is a varied affair that pulls from Albarn and the band’s perchance for exploration: punk rock sits effortlessly next to glitzy piano ballads, while playful hip-hop and melancholic post-rave ambience soothe our pounding heads. It’s a further reminder that while the post-genre mindset is now crucial to mainstream success, Gorillaz have always been ken to encourage emerging artists to embrace their diverse inspirations.”
Notable tracks from Song Machine include MLS, Aries and The Pink Phantom (featuring Elton John). The album is interesting in that it features many famous collaborators, such as Peter Hook, Beck, Slaves, GoldLink, St Vincent and others.
Gorillaz have also announced a wide range of other new collaborations such as their new Fred Perry clothing line coming soon.
Get tickets and reserve your place at the band's 2021 tour HERE!