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2022-Present
As Gorillaz returned to making concept albums, they decided to take their next record in a more daring direction with cult-themed marketing; this began with a newsletter for the cartoon band’s new religion, “The Last Cult”.
Gorillaz also managed to hit the ground running by kicking off this next phase with a world tour; early concerts saw the band performing new songs (Cracker Island & Silent Running). Their marketing also brought us a new set of slogans, including:
- Cull-Ture
- I am the Lamb
- No More Zeitgeist Anymore
- Turn off Tune out Drop in
TOURS
The live band:
- Keyboards: Jesse Hackett & Mike Smith
- Lead guitar: Jeff Wootton
- Bass guitar: Seye Adelekan
- Drums/percussion: Femi Koleoso & Karl Vanden-Bossche
- Backing vocals: Adeleye Omotayo, Angel Silvera, Matthew Allen, Matt Maijah, Michelle Ndegwa, Petra Luke & Rebecca Freckleton
LORE
After the emotional rollercoaster of a pandemic-driven lockdown (immediately followed by the world’s craziest road trip), Murdoc decided to begin his own religion; which he titled “The Last Cult”. He became “The Great Leader”, while 2D, Noodle & Russel became “The Chosen One”, “The Scholar” & “The Seeker of Truth” respectively…
Gorillaz for Beginners 