Akron162 Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Believe it or not im quite a fan of Gorillaz. Not that much because of their music, but because of the concept of a virtual band itself and all the story and imaginery behind it. Yes, its weird even for me, being the musical elitist that i am, that i like a band not for its technical prowess, but because everything else around it. The characters, the animations, the story constructed around the whole idea of the band is pretty damn cool. Maybe is just because im a fan of good animation and storytelling in general, but anyway, their music is not half bad either. So, any love for them around here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Narps Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 :D Nothing personal but, being the old fart that I am, you'll have to excuse me whilst I goggle them or it.................... :codger: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Love them. Musical elitist???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akron162 Posted November 6, 2013 Author Share Posted November 6, 2013 Love them. Musical elitist???? What, that expression doesnt exist or something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReRushed Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I enjoy them. My son LOVES them, though now he's immersed in XTC's discography. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Love them. Musical elitist???? What, that expression doesnt exist or something? No. I find the expression unfortunate regardless of whether it's true or not. The notion of them being a virtual band is a nonsense. A marketing gambit, at best. Yes,the videos are animated, but the 2 times I saw them, flesh & blood & expensive tshirts. Like everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akron162 Posted November 7, 2013 Author Share Posted November 7, 2013 Love them. Musical elitist???? What, that expression doesnt exist or something? No. I find the expression unfortunate regardless of whether it's true or not. The notion of them being a virtual band is a nonsense. A marketing gambit, at best. Yes,the videos are animated, but the 2 times I saw them, flesh & blood & expensive tshirts. Like everyone else. Well, as far as i know, Damon Albarn had his reasons to create them, and of course he makes money out of it. I guess he is not much different from a writter or a movie producer or director in that regard. Anyway, call it what you want, i just like the whole mystic around them. As for the elitist thing, yes i know i have some frown upon positions in regards of music, but at least im honest about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate2112 Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 Feel Good INC. is fantastic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babycat Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 (edited) I remember seeing a music video for some song, no idea what it was about, but I'm sure it had something to do with the characters travelling in a car along this long stretch of road, gunshots, and the dude in the back seat supposedly dying. Or at least that's what I think happened. Edit to add: I just researched it - it's called Stylo. With Bruce Willis. I think. Edited November 7, 2013 by Babycat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 (edited) Love them. Musical elitist???? What, that expression doesnt exist or something? No. I find the expression unfortunate regardless of whether it's true or not. The notion of them being a virtual band is a nonsense. A marketing gambit, at best. Yes,the videos are animated, but the 2 times I saw them, flesh & blood & expensive tshirts. Like everyone else. Well, as far as i know, Damon Albarn had his reasons to create them, and of course he makes money out of it. I guess he is not much different from a writter or a movie producer or director in that regard. Anyway, call it what you want, i just like the whole mystic around them. As for the elitist thing, yes i know i have some frown upon positions in regards of music, but at least im honest about it. Aren't we all honest about our musical likes and dislikes? Maybe it's a question of delivery. Edited November 7, 2013 by Hatchetaxe&saw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akron162 Posted November 7, 2013 Author Share Posted November 7, 2013 Love them. Musical elitist???? What, that expression doesnt exist or something? No. I find the expression unfortunate regardless of whether it's true or not. The notion of them being a virtual band is a nonsense. A marketing gambit, at best. Yes,the videos are animated, but the 2 times I saw them, flesh & blood & expensive tshirts. Like everyone else. Well, as far as i know, Damon Albarn had his reasons to create them, and of course he makes money out of it. I guess he is not much different from a writter or a movie producer or director in that regard. Anyway, call it what you want, i just like the whole mystic around them. As for the elitist thing, yes i know i have some frown upon positions in regards of music, but at least im honest about it. Aren't we all honest about our musical likes and dislikes? Maybe it's a question of delivery. I think you are giving too much thought to this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchetaxe&saw Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 Love them. Musical elitist???? What, that expression doesnt exist or something? No. I find the expression unfortunate regardless of whether it's true or not. The notion of them being a virtual band is a nonsense. A marketing gambit, at best. Yes,the videos are animated, but the 2 times I saw them, flesh & blood & expensive tshirts. Like everyone else. Well, as far as i know, Damon Albarn had his reasons to create them, and of course he makes money out of it. I guess he is not much different from a writter or a movie producer or director in that regard. Anyway, call it what you want, i just like the whole mystic around them. As for the elitist thing, yes i know i have some frown upon positions in regards of music, but at least im honest about it. Aren't we all honest about our musical likes and dislikes? Maybe it's a question of delivery. I think you are giving too much thought to this. You may think that, but you would be wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushFlyer2112 Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 I love them!!!! "Stylo" "Feel Good Inc." "Dare", "Superfast Jellyfish" "On Monchely Hill" "Empire Ants" and others songs are the best ever!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rutlefan Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Demon Days is one of my favorite albums. The album before and after I don't care for so much, but still love Demon Days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leanne Posted December 18, 2017 Share Posted December 18, 2017 Yes, I did a search on here for this band! I always liked their singles and I'm starting to really get into them. I've always been a fan of Jamie's work and always been a fan of Blur. We got the Power is a great song. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted December 18, 2017 Share Posted December 18, 2017 Yes, I did a search on here for this band! I always liked their singles and I'm starting to really get into them. I've always been a fan of Jamie's work and always been a fan of Blur. We got the Power is a great song.I think I'd like them a lot if they were a little bit more death metal/black metal orientated, with a look like they were dug up from an primeval swamp, otherwise I like them fine. :hail: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Entre_Perpetuo Posted December 18, 2017 Share Posted December 18, 2017 Demon Days is pretty great, drags a bit though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leanne Posted December 18, 2017 Share Posted December 18, 2017 Yes, I did a search on here for this band! I always liked their singles and I'm starting to really get into them. I've always been a fan of Jamie's work and always been a fan of Blur. We got the Power is a great song.I think I'd like them a lot if they were a little bit more death metal/black metal orientated, with a look like they were dug up from an primeval swamp, otherwise I like them fine. :hail: :P You are awesome! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted December 18, 2017 Share Posted December 18, 2017 Yes, I did a search on here for this band! I always liked their singles and I'm starting to really get into them. I've always been a fan of Jamie's work and always been a fan of Blur. We got the Power is a great song.I think I'd like them a lot if they were a little bit more death metal/black metal orientated, with a look like they were dug up from an primeval swamp, otherwise I like them fine. :hail: :P You are awesome! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
invisible airwave Posted December 18, 2017 Share Posted December 18, 2017 I only have their first album. Clint Eastwood is still a good song to this day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LedRush Posted December 21, 2017 Share Posted December 21, 2017 They have one ok song that I know of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mosher Posted December 22, 2017 Share Posted December 22, 2017 I've seen the complaint frequently that they are a marketing gimmick. That's an odd complaint, because what they do is the following: create art, hope it sells. The songs are interesting, lyrics are interesting, artwork is interesting, videos are interesting. So they made art. It sold. Sounds to me like they are much like any other artist.Sure they were already established performers, but it's not like Blur wasn't authentic, and Jamie Hewlitt is authentic. So not only do I like them, I disagree that they're just a trick. A lot of artists have gimmicks, but if the gimmick is artistic and it entertains, then that's exactly what people are expecting and what they're paying for. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Segue Myles Posted December 23, 2017 Share Posted December 23, 2017 I would acuse them of gimmickry if the music wasn't consistently enjoyable, the videos breathtaking and the entire concept and packaging wasn't first and foremost some of the best I have ever seen! I love this band. I remember growing up with them and I am eager to play some more now! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goose Posted December 23, 2017 Share Posted December 23, 2017 I've seen the complaint frequently that they are a marketing gimmick. That's an odd complaint, because what they do is the following: create art, hope it sells. The songs are interesting, lyrics are interesting, artwork is interesting, videos are interesting. So they made art. It sold. Sounds to me like they are much like any other artist.Sure they were already established performers, but it's not like Blur wasn't authentic, and Jamie Hewlitt is authentic. So not only do I like them, I disagree that they're just a trick. A lot of artists have gimmicks, but if the gimmick is artistic and it entertains, then that's exactly what people are expecting and what they're paying for.:goodone: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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