In a mysterious event and without cell phones, the band shocks fans with unprecedented material, the presence of an orchestra and several special guests
What would be the end of an intimate show series became a historic night for fans of Gorillaz. In a surprising and worthy of a band that always prioritized innovation, the British group debuted a completely new album at a secret show on the Copper Box Arena de London, in what was the last performance of the series “House of Kong”
Instead of revisiting old albums, as many expected, the animated quartet and his live band played the new work from start to finish, leaving the audience speechless. The show had a strict policy of forbidden phones, ensuring that the experience was unique and completely focused on music, something rare in the age of social networks and instant videos.
At night, called “The Mystery Show”lived up to the name by revealing a list of star guests who collaborated on the new album. The sound of the project seems to have a strong eastern inspiration, with the presence of London Arab Orchestra and string arrangements that refer to the Middle East. The art of Jamie Hewlett For the show also reinforces this direction, with references to Hindu and Indian iconography. The vocalist Damon Albran He had already commented that during the composition process he heard very little music in English and that the new work would be in four languages.
The album has participation of Johnny Marr, Joe Talbot of Idles, Sparks, ANOUSHKA SHANKAR, Omar Souleyman and more. The band also honored deceased artists as Dennis Hopper, Bobby Womack, Dave Jolicoeur (De la soul), Tony Allen, PROOF and Mark and Smith. The spark show served as an exclusive and mysterious preview of what is coming.
Although the show was a success, the details about the new album are still scarce. Neither the title nor the list of tracks, let alone the release date have been confirmed. Albarn I had already said in a previous interview that the album would only be released in 2026, which increases the expectation and curiosity of the fans.
THE HOUSE OF KONGexhibition that accompanied the presentations, ended yesterday, September 3. The event showed that the Gorillaz It continues to innovate after 25 years, mixing music, visual art and unique immersive experiences.
Source: Rollingstone
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