Gorillaz Announce Monumental New Album, The Mountain, and Extensive 2026 World Tour
get ready, music lovers! Gorillaz are poised to deliver a sonic experience unlike any other with the declaration of their upcoming album, The Mountain, set for release on March 20, 2026, via Kong. This promises to be a landmark release, building on their already impressive legacy of genre-bending innovation.
I’ve found that Gorillaz consistently push boundaries, and the Mountain appears to be no exception, judging by the incredible roster of collaborators involved. Let’s dive into the details of both the album and the massive tour supporting it.
The Mountain: A Collaborative Masterpiece
The Mountain boasts a truly global sound, weaving together diverse musical traditions and featuring an amazing array of guest artists.Here’s a glimpse into the tracklist and the incredible talent joining Damon Albarn and the virtual band:
- “New Gold” Feat. tame Impala and Bootie Brown
- “August Slip” Feat. Kali Uchis
- “The Valley Song” Feat. Little Dragon
- “Point Nemo” Feat.De La Soul
- “The Climb” Feat. Slowthai
- “Whistleblower” Feat. mos Def and Georgia
- “Thought, Johnny Marr, and Anoushka Shankar”
- “The Manifesto” Feat. Trueno and Proof
- “The plastic Guru” Feat. Johnny Marr and Anoushka Shankar
- “Delirium” Feat. Mark E. Smith
- “damascus” Feat. Omar Souleyman and Yasiin Bey
- “the Shadowy Light” Feat. Asha Bhosle, Gruff Rhys, Ajay Prasanna, Amaan Ali Bangash, and ayaan Ali Bangash
- “Casablanca” Feat. Paul simonon and Johnny Marr
- “The Sweet Prince” Feat. Ajay Prasanna, Johnny Marr, and Anoushka Shankar
- “The Sad God” Feat. Black thought, Ajay Prasanna, and Anoushka Shankar
as you can see, the album is a melting pot of styles and generations. From the psychedelic textures of Tame Impala to the lyrical prowess of Black Thought and the legendary Asha Bhosle, The Mountain is shaping up to be a truly unforgettable listening experience.
Gorillaz 2026 World Tour: Dates and Details
Following the album release, Gorillaz will embark on an extensive world tour throughout 2026. The tour kicks off in North America and then spans across europe and beyond, offering fans multiple opportunities to witness their captivating live performances.
Here’s a breakdown of the confirmed dates:
North America
* February 22, 2026 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Hollywood Palladium
* February 23, 2026 – los Angeles, CA @ The Hollywood Palladium
United Kingdom & Ireland
* March 20, 2026 – Manchester, UK @ Co-op Live
* March 21, 2026 - Manchester, UK @ Co-op Live
* March 22, 2026 – Birmingham, UK @ bp pulse LIVE
* March 24, 2026 – Glasgow, UK @ OVO Hydro *
* March 25, 2026 – Leeds, UK @ First Direct Arena *
* March 27, 2026 - Cardiff, UK @ Utilita Arena *
* march 28, 2026 – Nottingham, UK @ Motorpoint Arena *
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