Get ready, North America! Gorillaz are finally making their triumphant return to the stage with their first extensive tour in nearly four years! After a bit of a hiatus, the beloved virtual band, spearheaded by Damon Albarn, is set to embark on a massive journey across the United States and Canada this fall, all in support of their latest album, "The Mountain." This is the news many fans have been eagerly awaiting, and it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable musical adventure.
But here's where it gets interesting: this tour was originally slated for 2023. The band had to postpone their North American dates due to what they cited as "scheduling conflicts and circumstances beyond our control." This was a tough pill to swallow for fans, especially after their electrifying performance at Coachella that year, which featured surprise guests like Bad Bunny, Beck, and Thundercat. At the time, they were celebrating their album "Cracker Island," and the cancellation left many wondering if a full-scale tour would ever happen. Now, it seems, those worries can be put to rest!
The "The Mountain Tour" kicks off on September 17th in Orlando, Florida, and will keep the band busy all the way through Halloween, wrapping up on October 31st in Seattle, Washington. The itinerary is packed, with a special festival appearance at Atlanta’s Shaky Knees Festival also on the schedule. And for those who love a great opening act, most of the shows will feature the incredible talents of Little Simz and Deltron 3030.
Here's the full rundown of where you can catch Gorillaz:
- September 17: Orlando, FL – Kia Center
- September 18: Miami, FL – Kaseya Center
- September 20: Atlanta, GA — Shaky Knees Festival
- September 23: Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center
- September 26: Washington, DC – Capital One Arena
- September 27: Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
- September 29: New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
- October 1: Boston, MA – TD Garden
- October 3: Montreal, Quebec – Bell Centre
- October 4: Toronto, Ontario – Scotiabank Arena
- October 6: Cleveland, OH – Rocket Arena
- October 7: Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
- October 8: Chicago, IL – United Center
- October 15: Austin, TX – Moody Center
- October 16: Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
- October 18: Denver, CO – Ball Arena
- October 20: Salt Lake City, UT – Delta Center
- October 22: Glendale, AZ – Mortgage Matchup Center
- October 24: Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
- October 25: San Diego, CA – Pechanga Arena
- October 28: Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena
- October 30: Portland, OR – Moda Center
- October 31: Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
(Note: '&' indicates shows with Little Simz, and '^' indicates shows with Deltron 3030.)
This tour marks a significant moment for Gorillaz, especially after the unexpected cancellation of their previous plans. It raises a question: Does a postponed tour, especially after a cancellation, build even more anticipation and excitement for the fans? Or do you think it might lead to some disappointment if expectations aren't perfectly met? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
