Introduction
The Gorillaz is a virtual “zombie hip-hop” and the most popular cartoon band that can be cited currently. It was founded by Jamie Hewlett and Damon Albarn (co-creator of Tank Girl). They created four fictional cartoon characters based on avatars. Each cartoon has a distinct personality. The two have created music videos, cartoons, multi-platinum albums, multi-media franchise of books and stage shows based around the virtual band.
There is plenty of stuff you did not know about them. Despite the various items you may have known about this band, and music legends, there are some intriguing facts you probablydidn't know. Below are some of the 9 facts about Gorillaz you didn't know.
They are fans of Chinese culture
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Rumors say the band is made up of 6 members- three producers, one animator, one singer and one producer. We went digging and found out the group is made of thirteen members. Yes, thirteen!! Two actual members, four virtual members, and seven live members. The actual members or the co-creators are Hewlett and Albarn; the current virtual members are Russel, Noodle, Murdoc and 2D; the live members are Cass Brown, Mick Jones, Gabriel Wallace, Jesse Hacket, Paul Simonon, Jeff Wootton and Mike Smith.
However, Albarn is the only permanent member. Another intriguing fact is the virtual members have their personalities and are not associated with any real members’ personalities. The Gorillaz have truly shown the importance of teamwork.
Enormous YouTube views.
They are the most successful virtual band as per the Guinness Book of World Records after making seven million global sales. Their new song, “Stylo,” featuring Bruce Willis carried 900,000 views within 24hours. They also feature celebrity stars – Mark E. Smith, Gruff, Rhys, Bobby Womack, Snoop Dogg and more.
Do you remember the English rock Blur? Well, the lead singer is Damon Albarn. Damon and his partner use celebrity status to gain more views on YouTube.
Apart from featuring celebrity they had one Grammy Award- the Best pop collaboration with vocals (Feel Good Inc.) and nominated for nine Grammy awards between 2001 and
The Gorillaz is a virtual “zombie hip-hop” and the most popular cartoon band that can be cited currently. It was founded by Jamie Hewlett and Damon Albarn (co-creator of Tank Girl). They created four fictional cartoon characters based on avatars. Each cartoon has a distinct personality. The two have created music videos, cartoons, multi-platinum albums, multi-media franchise of books and stage shows based around the virtual band.
There is plenty of stuff you did not know about them. Despite the various items you may have known about this band, and music legends, there are some intriguing facts you probablydidn't know. Below are some of the 9 facts about Gorillaz you didn't know.
They are fans of Chinese culture
Did you know …show more content…
Rumors say the band is made up of 6 members- three producers, one animator, one singer and one producer. We went digging and found out the group is made of thirteen members. Yes, thirteen!! Two actual members, four virtual members, and seven live members. The actual members or the co-creators are Hewlett and Albarn; the current virtual members are Russel, Noodle, Murdoc and 2D; the live members are Cass Brown, Mick Jones, Gabriel Wallace, Jesse Hacket, Paul Simonon, Jeff Wootton and Mike Smith.
However, Albarn is the only permanent member. Another intriguing fact is the virtual members have their personalities and are not associated with any real members’ personalities. The Gorillaz have truly shown the importance of teamwork.
Enormous YouTube views.
They are the most successful virtual band as per the Guinness Book of World Records after making seven million global sales. Their new song, “Stylo,” featuring Bruce Willis carried 900,000 views within 24hours. They also feature celebrity stars – Mark E. Smith, Gruff, Rhys, Bobby Womack, Snoop Dogg and more.
Do you remember the English rock Blur? Well, the lead singer is Damon Albarn. Damon and his partner use celebrity status to gain more views on YouTube.
Apart from featuring celebrity they had one Grammy Award- the Best pop collaboration with vocals (Feel Good Inc.) and nominated for nine Grammy awards between 2001 and