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Gorillaz: Virtual Band's Bold Debut Redefined Music
29 Jul
Summary
- Daft Punk's 2001 album inspired global electronic artists.
- Gorillaz blended hip-hop, trip-hop, and driving bass.
- The virtual band Gorillaz debuted at No. 3 in UK charts.
In 2001, Daft Punk's iconic album introduced their robot personas and became a global electronic music phenomenon. Its influence extended to artists like Skrillex, Justice, Pharrell Williams, and Kanye West, with Kevin Parker of Tame Impala noting its brilliant restraint.
Simultaneously, Damon Albarn, known for Blur, co-created the virtual band Gorillaz with Jamie Hewlett. This innovative project featured cartoon members, allowing Albarn to explore sounds beyond Blur.
Despite some criticism, Gorillaz' 2001 self-titled debut was a major cultural event in British music. The album, a hybrid of hip-hop and trip-hop, debuted at No. 3 in the UK charts and achieved triple platinum certification, heralded as a game-changing release.
