Gorillaz announce virtual shows for live debut of Song Machine project
Gorillaz have announced a series of virtual shows for later this year which will mark their debut live performance of their new Song Machine project.
After announcing their Song Machine: Season One - Strange Timez album last week, Gorillaz have announced three virtual gigs to take place in December.
Titled Song Machine Live, the three virtual performances will take place across two days in December, and will be broadcast across three different time zones.
Guitarist Noodle, bassist Murdoc Niccals, drummer Russel and frontman 2D will be joined by Damon Albarn and the full Gorillaz live band for the performances, as well as a selection of guest artists that feature on Song Machine.
Gorillaz present Song Machine Live
— gorillaz (@gorillaz) September 17, 2020
Coming to you live & direct from London!
12 & 13 December 2020
Tickets & Gorillaz Live goods available now
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Albarn said of the gigs, "I’m really looking forward to playing new music in a new way in a new reality."
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