Gorillaz - Humanz (2LP)
Gorillaz – Humanz is the fifth studio album from Gorillaz and one of the band's most ambitious and politically charged releases. Released in 2017 after a seven-year hiatus, the album uses an extraordinary roster of guest artists to explore themes of uncertainty, division and hope in a rapidly changing world, all wrapped in the group's trademark blend of electronic music, hip-hop, pop and alternative rock.
Featuring standout tracks including "Saturnz Barz", "Andromeda", "Ascension", "Strobelite" and "She's My Collar", the album brings together an eclectic cast of collaborators including Grace Jones, Vince Staples, De La Soul, Pusha T, Popcaan, Danny Brown and Benjamin Clementine. Despite its diversity, the album maintains a cohesive atmosphere through Damon Albarn's songwriting and the band's distinctive production.
Conceived as the soundtrack to a fictional end-of-the-world party, Humanz balances dark subject matter with infectious rhythms, vibrant melodies and moments of celebration. The result is an album that feels both thought-provoking and irresistibly danceable, reflecting the chaos of the modern world without losing its sense of optimism and creativity.
Praised for its bold vision and adventurous scope, Humanz marked a triumphant return for Gorillaz, demonstrating the band's continued ability to evolve while pushing the boundaries of contemporary popular music. Rich, unpredictable and endlessly inventive, it remains one of the most distinctive albums in the Gorillaz catalogue.