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[Citizen_Insane]

Not what I was expecting at all, but the more I think about it I realize how crazy of a first single that is. I'm sure we'll get a radio friendly single at some point, but this was awesome just for fucking with our expectations.

This is the most appropriate/timely drop of a track in some time.

It's so fucking creepy and haunting and vaguely hopeful but only a little.

So accurate.

 

[Hylianhero777]

This really grew on me after a few listens. I think it's similar to Rockit- kind of out of left field, a prelude to the full unveiling of Phase 4. I'm honestly not even sure if this will be on the album, but if it was I wouldn't mind. It feels like a fusion between Plastic Beach and Demon Days in terms of style, and I really like the unnerving vibe it gives off.

 

[Phu]

man that was a horrible, horrible song

hope this isn't a sample of the quality of the new album



not really, no

i love the lesser known tracks (which are the best ones, tbh) and this one suuuuuuuucks

I'll take Hallelujah Money over Sweepstakes any day.

 

[Lord Frieza]

I had no idea they were bringing the Gorillaz back.

 

[Lys Skygge]

Honestly, after listening to it a few times, I think this might be one of my favorite Gorillaz songs.

 

[Flintty]

Big Gorrilaz fan but damn, those vocals sounded like an Al Yankovic parody song :|

 

[Citizen_Insane]

I'll take Hallelujah Money over Sweepstakes any day.

bruh

Sweepstakes, ur (not) a winner. I pray there's more Mos Def on this next album.

 

[Granjinha]

People hating on this, did anyone listen to the Fall? Or that Noodle! mixtape from a couple weeks ago? This kind of has that same experimental sound (and by all indication the kind of sound the new album will have).


You'll get your radio single soon I'm sure.



There were a lot of people saying the song was good until that part. Seems a lot of folks came around to it after listening to it more than once.

yes, i did listen to the fall and loved it.

man i hate people who go on a higher ground like "you dont UNDERSTAND the music that's why you don't like it!!'

get off those high horses guys, i literally rolled my eyes at the bolded

I'll take Hallelujah Money over Sweepstakes any day.

both suck

 

[Psychoward]

lol, that was awful but I never really loved them

they're a bit hit or miss for me

 

[DongBeetle]

Saying Gorillaz is hit or miss isn't necessarily a bad thing. They experiment so much you're bound not to like some of it

 

[Xux]

Five or so listens in and really lovin' it.

Looks like we're going for five phenomenal albums in a row.

 

[arts&crafts]

Surprisingly good (after reading GAF/Youtube comments).

 

[Veritigo_X]

yes, i did listen to the fall and loved it.

man i hate people who go on a higher ground like "you dont UNDERSTAND the music that's why you don't like it!!'

get off those high horses guys, i literally rolled my eyes at the bolded

*shrug* I just get the impression that these people want a song with a beat. I get that and like those songs but I also like their out there stuff like Cloud of Unknowing or Fire Coming Out of a Monkey's Head. I can only imagine the reactions to those albums if they premiered with those songs.

 

[Kaako]

Was a needed timely track. I'm glad this exists.

 

[Vlaphor]

Not feeling it myself. Singer seems cool though.

 

[hughesta]

Sweepstakes is one of the best songs on Plastic Beach what the fuck is this slander

 

[wenis]

beautiful song.

 

[LiquidSword]

This is the most appropriate/timely drop of a track in some time.

It's so fucking creepy and haunting and vaguely hopeful but only a little.

My thoughts exactly. Really like the vocals from Benjamin Clementine. Never heard of him before but his voice reminds me of Anthony and the Johnsons.

 

[Secret Character]

This is the most appropriate/timely drop of a track in some time.

It's so fucking creepy and haunting and vaguely hopeful but only a little.

Between this and Bowie's "No Plan," I feel like we're in for a pretty inspired music year.

Edit: Listening to it deeply again and I think it clicked with me. Really incredible lyrics.

 

[Killer Queen]

Apparently this might not even be on the album so there's that.

 

[DarkKyo]

Apparently this might not even be on the album so there's that.

Why are you interested in erasing this work?

 

[yanipheonu]

The prospect of Trump era Gorillaz is amazing.

 

[Conor_Fool]

I'm a huge gorillaz fan and I didn't feel too strongly about that on first listen. Gotta give it some time, tho!

Same. But Gotillaz tracks tend to grow on me.

That video was incredible. Was that killer clown in the same hotel halls from The Shining?

 

[SamVimes]

I love this, especially on subsequent listens.

"Y'know I'm really not thinking this is "Anti" Trump, it's more about the historical significance of this event. Even as somebody who voted for him I can recognize that we're moving into uncharted territory here. He could be a great president. He could be a terrible one. He could be just okay. I can understand how that unknowing feeling could be scary for people."

"the artist I like couldn't possibly hate Donald Trump even though everything we know from his public persona shows he would"

 

[Secret Character]

Why are you interested in erasing this work?

Gorillaz have released plenty of songs as singles and not had them on a major release. Donkamatic and Do Ya Thang spring out to me as their best examples. This could be the same.

 

[Real Hero]

'I don't want my music to be political' is one of the most depressing youtube comments I've seen.

 

[Chopper]

La blogotheque always shoots good vids of artists performing. Here's more B Clementine https://youtu.be/a68KJWe_Tfk

I was wondering how long it would take for someone to post Condolence. An absolutely incredible song.

 

[wenis]

'I don't want my music to be political' is one of the most depressing youtube comments I've seen.

good thing its not their music

 

[pokeystaples]

Apparently this might not even be on the album so there's that.

Dang! I really dig this. Shame.

 

[Phu]

Sweepstakes is one of the best songs on Plastic Beach what the fuck is this slander

It's the least best song on PB.

 

[Killer Queen]

Why are you interested in erasing this work?

Doncamatic isn't on Plastic Beach so I'm not sure what you're implying. It's just something I heard.
I've only given the song one listen and might appreciate more later, but it's just kinda whatever for me.

 

[Dan]

'I don't want my music to be political' is one of the most depressing youtube comments I've seen.

This is always code for "I don't want the arts to challenge my worldview."

 

[Cosmic Schwung]

I'm digging it. Not surprised by the divisive reaction though.

Antony (from Antony and the Johnsons)

She's calling herself Anohni these days.

 

[Spider from Mars]

I said earlier I wasn't too hot on it and that I'd like it more in context. Gotta say, after a couple more listens, I love it already. A lot more than I thought I was going to.

For reference, I've listened through their self titled album once, Demon Days probably around 50 times, and I've got a copy of Plastic Beach with the shrink wrap still on it.

Plastic Beach is their best work yet, friend.

 

[Dmax3901]

Pretty out there even for them, gonna listen to it more before making my mind up.

 

[FaintDeftone]

I didn't care for it at first, but its growing on me. I'm so excited for this album. I hope it comes sooner than later.

 

[hughesta]

Doncamatic isn't on Plastic Beach so I'm not sure what you're implying. It's just something I heard.
I've only given the song one listen and might appreciate more later, but it's just kinda whatever for me.

Donca was recorded after PB.

 

[RecRoulette]

Man, surprised so many people were down on it. Loved it from the first listen.

Then again, it definitely feels more like something from the Demon Days era than their more recent stuff. Maybe that's why it stuck out to me, Demon Days is my favorite album of all time.

 

[yagal]

I love Benjamin Clementine
This song is as good as Youtube without a comment section

 

[RoyaleDuke]

Got a lot better towards the end, but I greatly dislike the vocalist. Reminds me of Demon Days mixed with a little Plastic Beach.

Wish Damon was singing the main vocals to be honest.

 

[GavinUK86]

Nope. Bring back Del.

 

[RecRoulette]

La blogotheque always shoots good vids of artists performing. Here's more B Clementine https://youtu.be/a68KJWe_Tfk

Whoa, this was awesome.

 

[isaacnukem]

Liked it. People saying this isn't Gorillaz probably haven't listened to their records, only their heads. This is reminiscent of "Fire Coming Out Of A Monkey's Head" from Demon Days.

 

[smokeymicpot]

I like it. I want more fast as possible.

 

[Sadsic]

this is very good, very adam curtis

 

[Killer Queen]

Donca was recorded after PB.

There are numerous avenues they could've gone to release it on Plastic Beach, such as a deluxe edition later down the line as Weezer did with their most recent album. But it doesn't really change what I said nor am I touting what I said as a fact.

 

[Deleted member 30609]

Plastic Beach is so so good.

 

[Kalnos]

Sounds like Gorillaz to me. I can see how you'd be disappointed if your experience starts and ends with Feel Good Inc and Clint Eastwood.

 

[chicko1983]

Sounds like a prologue song to their album.

I hope it's just the first track before it breaks down to the real gorillaz stuff. I hope.

 

[hughesta]

Sounds like a prologue song to their album.

I hope it's just the first track before it breaks down to the real gorillaz stuff. I hope.

this song is some gorillaz-ass shit.