A double A-side release, exploring themes of innocence and loss. 3. The Environmentalism Era: "Plastic Beach" (2010)
The last song of the decade was not on any album. It was called “Hillbilly Man” — a demo that would later appear on The Fall . But in November 2010, it was just Murdoc, alone in a plastic boat, recording 2-D singing to a dead satellite. The song was 2 minutes of static, a piano, and this lyric:
While the studio albums are the main attraction, the compilation albums released during this decade are essential for understanding the band's creative process.
The Definitive Guide to the Gorillaz Discography (2000–2010): 6 Albums, 14 Singles, and 136 Songs of Virtual Brilliance
Songs from the Demon Days sessions or early demos that expanded the world of 2D and his compatriots. Conclusion: A Decade Redefined
The breakthrough hit featuring Del the Funky Homosapien's ghost. Gorillaz The iconic geometric car ride fighting a giant elk. Rock the House Gorillaz
On November 19, 2007, Gorillaz released D-Sides , a double-disc compilation of B-sides, remixes, and rarities from the Demon Days era. It includes standout tracks such as "68 State," "People," "Hongkongaton," "We Are Happy Landfill," "Hong Kong," "Highway (Under Construction)," "Rockit," "Bill Murray," "The Swagga," "Murdoc Is God," and "Spitting Out the Demons" . The collection provides a fascinating glimpse into the band's creative process and features some of their most experimental work.
Between 2000 and 2010, the virtual band redefined pop music by blending alternative rock, hip-hop, and electronic sounds across a vast landscape of multimedia storytelling. Albums (2000–2010)
The golden era of the world's most successful virtual band, , occurred between 2000 and 2010 , a definitive decade yielded 6 albums, 14 singles, and 136 songs . Created by Blur frontman Damon Albarn and comic creator Jamie Hewlett, this audiovisual project shattered traditional genre boundaries by blending alternative rock, hip-hop, dub, and electronic pop.
The group's self-titled debut studio album introduced the fictional world of virtual members 2-D, Murdoc Niccals, Noodle, and Russel Hobbs. Co-produced by hip-hop icon Dan the Automator, the album combined scratchy turntable elements with indie rock sensibilities. 2. G-Sides (2001)
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With 6 albums that challenged formats, 14 singles that permeated global airwaves, and a deep well of 136 songs, the first decade of Gorillaz remains a masterclass in world-building and artistic freedom. If you want to explore further,