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British virtual band created by musician Damon Albarn and artist Jamie Hewlett, featuring animated characters as members. Formed in London in 1998. Released debut album 'Gorillaz' in 2001. Known for genre-blending music and multimedia storytelling. Six studio albums released as of 2023.

• Band members are fictional characters: 2D (vocals), Murdoc Niccals (bass), Noodle (guitar), and Russel Hobbs (drums), each with elaborate backstories.
• Damon Albarn revealed as the primary musical creator in 2010 interviews, though he initially maintained anonymity.
• Pioneered interactive online experiences with early 2000s 'Kong Studios' website featuring games and character diaries.
• Faced controversy in 2018 when co-creator Jamie Hewlett temporarily left due to creative disagreements, later returning.
• Documentary 'Banana' (2010) exposed tensions between Albarn and Hewlett during 'Plastic Beach' album production.