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The virtual members of Gorillaz are fictional characters created by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett. Each has their own personas, biographies, and roles within the band's narrative universe.
Some of the virtual Gorillaz members and their descriptions:
2-D (Stuart Pott). A keyboardist with a naive personality and a head injury sustained in a car accident.
Murdoc Niccals, the band's founder and bassist, is a typical antihero with criminal tendencies and a devilish charm.
Russell Hobbs, a New York drummer who survived a coma and became a conduit for the souls of deceased rappers. This gave him supernatural musical abilities.
Noodle. A mysterious Japanese girl who arrived in a FedEx package, skilled in martial arts and playing the guitar.
Gorillaz are listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the "most successful virtual band".
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Funny videos
Fans also love the video for "Spirit House" (for the song "Barz" by Saturnz). Murdoc spends most of the video in the bathtub, while the house erupts in spirit chaos. Details like his facial expression when he takes off his pants or the filthy appearance of the room have become the source of numerous jokes in the fandom. "The Eel" features Murdoc waking up hungover and scolding 2-D for being too noisy while killing an eel (Russell wanted to cook it). The eel slips out, and panic ensues: 2-D can't catch it, and Murdoc, in a rage, demands to "melt its face off." The dialogue is pure absurdity and comic relief.
Game of Death. Murdoc and 2-D are playing a fighting game: Noodle, dressed as Bruce Lee, is fighting Russell, who has an afro. Noodle wins, and Murdoc rants, "My controller's broken!" and declares, "Russell's character is crap."
"Jump the Gut." 2-D attempts to jump over Russell's belly on a tricycle with a ramp. Noodle and Del bet on his success, but 2-D fails and crashes into Russell's belly. Noodle loses the bet, but when Russell regains consciousness, Del has disappeared—and she takes the money.
"Hey! Our Toys Have Arrived." The contestants examine the toy figurines they've sent them. 2-D thinks they're worthless because "my head doesn't wobble like that." Russell proves otherwise by shaking his neck—Murdoc finds it funny and asks him to do it again.
"Fancy Dress" (Halloween). Murdoc dresses up as a Nazi, to which Russell protests: he appreciates good clothes.
"Take a break between filming the Feel Good Inc. music video." Murdoc complains about how much he hates making music videos. 2-D remarks that it could have been worse—and then a bird poops on Murdoc. 2-D adds that it's considered good luck, much to everyone's amusement (except Murdoc's).
"Their creators"
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The virtual group Gorillaz was created in 1998:
Damon Albarn - musician (responsible for music, vocals, production);
Jamie Hewlett is an artist who developed the visual concept, graphics, music videos, and mythology of the project.
The project centers on four fictional animated characters:
2-D (vocalist, keyboards);
Murdoc Niccals (leader, bass guitar, drum machine);
Noodle (guitar, melodics, vocals);
Russell Hobbs (drums, percussion).
Would you like me to tell you more about one of the creators or the characters in the group?
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What a great topic! I've chosen the right descriptions—they really do have a very vivid image and character, and that really complements their collaborative project.
Damon Albarn
Appearance. In his youth, he had expressive doe-like eyes and an aristocratic nose. Over time, his image became more relaxed: he can often be seen in sportswear, including a Chelsea football club jersey, of which he is a fan. In the 90s, fans even discussed his eccentric detail—his gold teeth.
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Personality. Albarn is described as intelligent, inventive, and a bit reserved. He has a sharp mind, is prone to contrarian opinions, and yet maintains an emotional reserve—this keeps his audience at a distance, but also intrigues them. He is constantly seeking out new things: he seamlessly transitioned from Britpop (Blur) to avant-garde experiments (Gorillaz), and has also worked on operas and projects with African music. At the same time, he also possesses a warm personality: he openly expresses anti-war views (for example, canceling concerts in Israel) and is a vegetarian. He has had difficult episodes in the past (like drug use in the 1990s), but he later gave up his bad habits.
His role in Gorillaz is his main musical driving force: he writes songs, plays instruments (keyboards, guitar), and produces.
Jamie Hewlett
Appearance. Jamie has dark blue hair and brown eyes. Overall, his appearance is rather informal,
"Their creators"
Damon Albarn
Appearance. In his youth, he had expressive doe-like eyes and an aristocratic nose. Over time, his image has become more relaxed: he can often be seen in sportswear, including a Chelsea FC shirt, of which he is a fan. In the 90s, fans even discussed his eccentric detail – his gold teeth. Personality. Albarn is described as intelligent, inventive, and slightly reserved. He has a sharp mind, is prone to contrarian opinions, and at the same time maintains emotional restraint – this keeps his audience at a distance, but also intrigues them. He is constantly seeking new things: he easily moved from Britpop (Blur) to avant-garde experiments (Gorillaz), and has also worked on operas and projects with African music. At the same time, he has a warm personality: he openly expresses anti-war views (for example, he canceled concerts in Israel) and is a vegetarian. There were difficult episodes in the past (drug use in the 90s), but he later gave up bad habits.
His role in Gorillaz is his main musical driving force: he writes songs, plays instruments (keyboards, guitar), and produces.
"Their creators"
Damon Albarn - musician (responsible for music, vocals, production);
Jamie Hewlett is an artist who developed the visual concept, graphics, music videos, and mythology of the project.
"Group Vehicles"
The virtual band Gorillaz has several vehicles in their fictional universe, which are referenced in media, albums, and games. These include:
The Geep is a modified Meyers ManxW dune buggy used by the band early in their career. It debuted on the cover of Gorillaz's self-titled debut album and later appeared in the "19-2000" music video and the 3D game Geep Simulator.
Gorillazmobil (Pair 8) is a vehicle mentioned in the context of the band's career.
Murdoc's Winnebago is a campervan owned by the character Murdoc Niccals. It first appeared in late 2000 in the game Gorillaz Room on the Kong Studios website. During the release of Gorillaz's debut album, the vehicle was stolen but later recovered. The Winnebago was later converted into a spaceship, as depicted in the music video for "Strange Timez."
Noodle the Tricycle is a small vehicle that has appeared repeatedly in Gorillaz media. It debuted in the music video for the single "Rock the House."
Russell's Golf Cart is a vehicle associated with the character Russell Hobbs.
The getaway bus is another mode of transport mentioned in the context of the group.
Gorillaz's 360-degree virtual garage could also house iconic cars from the band's past.
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David Pot is a father, mechanic, and owner of Tusspot's Fairground.
Rachel Pot is a mother and nurse.
"Murdoc's Parents"
Murdoc Niccals of Gorillaz's father is Sebastian Jacob Niccals (also credited as Jacob Sebastian Niccals).
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Some information about him:
Born in 1941.
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In Gorillaz's autobiography, Rise of the Cannibal, he is described as a "notorious drinker", a "gambler", a "womanizer", a "slacker", and a man whose collection of questionable vices would put Bill Sykes to shame."
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He was rumoured to have fathered many children in Stoke-on-Trent and was always known to avoid work.
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He first discovered Murdoc as a baby, abandoned on his doorstep. It happened one night when Sebastian was returning home from the pub.
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For years, he coerced Murdoch into participating in talent contests to earn a quick buck for drinking. His father's performances included humiliating songs and dances, feather-adorned costumes, and dancing shoes.
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He died in 1998.
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There's no definitive information about Murdoch's mother. Rumor has it she gave birth at the Belphegor Sanatorium, which is practically a home for the "sick, needy, and incredibly bored." As a baby, Murdoch was abandoned on the doorstep of his father's home.
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"Murdoch sat"
Yes, in the fictional universe of the virtual band Gorillaz, Murdoc Niccals really was in prison. This happened in 2018, while working on the album "The Now Now."
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According to the plot, Murdoc was imprisoned in Wormwood Scrubs Prison for a crime he claimed he didn't commit. He linked his frame-up to a man named El Mierda, the leader of a South American crime dynasty, whom he met on the set of a music video.
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During the plot, Murdoc attempted to escape from prison, including through the sewers. It was eventually revealed that he had been arrested for unpaid parking tickets, and the day he supposedly drowned in the sewers was actually the day he was released.
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"Some of their phrases"
2-D (Stuart Pot): "I never really thought about anything as far as I can remember." “I know there's a rumor going around that my real name is Stuart Tusspot, or summfink, but that's not true. It's Pot. Stuart Pot.”
Murdoc Niccals: “I'm Murdoc Niccals, and I'm up for it. All the time." “Hey! Faceache! “I don't care about your pain. Entertain me. "Or go home."
Noodle: "My name is Nuudoru." “Thank you and see you soon! Bye-Bye! “Every band is destroyed by its success. Cartoon bands are no exception."
Russel: “Man, where'd you get that outfit?! You can't go dressin' up as a goddamn Nazi! You cracker-ass..." “Where my eel at?”
"A little about them"
2D. A mentally disabled keyboardist who works in a music store.
Murdoc Niccals. A character who decided to steal a synthesizer from a store and accidentally crushed 2D.
Russell Hobbs, a New York drummer who was possessed by demons as a youth and spent four years in a coma before undergoing an exorcism.
Noodle, a 10-year-old Japanese girl who arrived in the UK in a FedEx container and replaced Paula Cracker, the original guitarist who was fired from the band for her affair with Murdoc.
"Their favorite phrases"
Murdoc Niccals: “I'm Murdoc Niccals, and I'm up for it. All the time." “Kids eh? Little treasures, I love 'em... couldn't eat a whole one though...". “I don't care about your pain. Entertain me. "Or go home."
Noodle: "My name is Nuudoru." “Thank you and see you soon! Bye-Bye! “Every band is destroyed by its success. Cartoon bands are no exception."
Russel: “Man, where'd you get that outfit?! You can't go dressin' up as a goddamn Nazi! You cracker-ass..." “Where my eel at?”
"Their unchanging characters"
2-D
2-D (real name Stuart Pott) is the vocalist and keyboardist. Here are some characteristics:
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Personality: 2-D is depicted as gentle and affectionate, but also passive and easily distracted. He is often described as resembling a lobotomized individual.
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Appearance: A thin, tall man with completely black (sometimes white) eyes and shaggy blue hair.
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Voice: Gorillaz 2-D is voiced by Blur frontman Damon Albarn on recordings and live performances, and by actor Nelson de Freitas on additional material.
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Murdoch Nixx
Murdoc Niccals is the bassist and self-proclaimed leader of the band. Some characteristics:
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Personality: Murdoc is a boor, a Satanist, and a heavy smoker. He often displays sarcasm towards others.
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Appearance: Murdoc has green skin, yellow eyes, an irregular nose, and sharp, sometimes yellow, teeth.
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Role in the band: Murdoc is the leader and creator of Gorillaz, and sometimes sings backup vocals. He takes the lead in most interviews; the other members only get a chance to speak if Murdoc isn't present or has already expressed his opinion.
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Noodle
Noodle is a fictional guitarist and member of the virtual band Gorillaz. Some characteristics:
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Personality: Noodle regularly switches between English and Japanese, speaking with a regional accent. As a child, her voice was louder and shriller, but as an adult, it has softened and deepened slightly.
Appearance: Noodle is a short and thin Japanese woman with short hair and almond-shaped eyes.
Role in the band: Noodle plays lead guitar and occasionally provides lead and backing vocals for the band. The creation of Demon Days is depicted in-universe as being led by Noodle, though Murdoc has occasionally been shown attempting to take credit for it.
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"Their creators"
Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett are the creators of the British virtual band Gorillaz.
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The project was formed in 1998. Albarn was responsible for the musical side, writing, singing, playing, and producing, as well as attracting musicians and guests, while Hewlett handled the band's visual side: from music videos to signature graphics and the project's online presence.
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"What they don't like"
It might be referring to some of the Gorillaz characters and what they dislike:
Hannibal. The character hates it when Murdoc plays heavy metal.
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2-D. The hero is allergic to cucumbers and has an irrational fear of whales.
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Murdoc Niccals. The group's leader, who, by some descriptions, exemplifies the qualities of a character unsuited to the media.
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Jimmy Manson. The band's enemy, a psychotic hippie who wanted to join as guitarist, but Noodle came first. Due to his resentment, Jimmy harbored a grudge for a long time and plotted to destroy the band.
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Russell's Character
Russell Hobbs
Russell Hobbs is a fictional musician and the drummer for the band Gorillaz. Some characteristics:
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A New York native with a difficult fate: his whole life is somehow connected with spirits, ghosts, and demons.
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Wise and quick-witted, he has a wide range of knowledge on many subjects, especially music.
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Respectful and eloquent, has an extensive vocabulary and good manners.
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Loyal and has been shown to hate disloyalty from others.
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He cares for those he cares about, especially 2-D and Noodle, although he has shown dislike for Murdoc.
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Russell is generally cool, calm, and collected, but also has a number of mental health issues and exhibits a high tendency toward paranoia.
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The Gorillaz drummer's body is inhabited by a fifth, unofficial member of the band - the ghost of one of Russell's murdered friends (Del), who raps in the videos for "Clint Eastwood" and "Rock The House."
"Their characters"
2-D
Stuart "2D" Pott is a fictional musician, multi-instrumentalist, and lead singer of the band. Some characteristics:
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Absent-minded and often daydreams, often gets distracted for no apparent reason.
Unruly and accident prone, he has suffered numerous injuries throughout his life, starting in childhood.
Generally calm and peaceful, rarely expresses anger or disappointment towards others.
He is polite and well-mannered, but his kindness often works to his detriment, as he is almost never able to stand up for himself when confronted.
Despite his lack of intelligence, 2-D has occasionally shown some semblance of cognitive abilities, such as his musicality and creativity.
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Murdoch Nixx
Murdoc Niccals is a fictional musician, bassist, and self-proclaimed bandleader. Some characteristics:
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Rude and sarcastic towards people around him.
Constantly angry and bitter and often takes it out on his peers.
Possesses a dark sense of humor and regularly displays a tendency toward contradictory behavior.
He is intelligent and has shown himself to be sneaky and cunning, often going behind the backs of others to achieve his goals.
Murdoc was initially a normal human, but later his skin color changed to green and he began growing pointed fingernails. These changes made Murdoc resemble a zombie.
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Noodle
Noodle is a fictional guitarist and member of the virtual band Gorillaz. Some characteristics:
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Born October 31, 1990 in Osaka (Japan).
At the age of 10, she arrived on the Gorillaz's doorstep in a FedEx box after they posted an ad looking for a guitarist for their band.
She only knew the word "noodles" in English, so they started calling her Noodle.
Noodle soon got used to England and was accepted into Gorillaz as the final, fourth member - guitarist.
Noodle, who lives on a floating island, dies in the music video for "El Mañana" (2006).
Where do they record music?
In Kong studio.
"Virtual Group Favorites"
It is impossible to clearly name the favorite preferences of the virtual group Gorillaz, since the group does not exist in reality.
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However, Gorillaz's music is known to incorporate influences from genres such as alternative, rock, hip-hop, electronica, dub, and pop.
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At the same time, each member of the virtual group influences the style, mood and genre directions of the collective:
2D is a dreamy vocalist who can sound like a lost child.
Murdoc is a charismatic bassist who influences the dirty, punk side of the sound.
Noodle is a musical genius who brings elements of Japanese rock, electronica, and oriental influences to his albums.
Russell is the drummer and the bearer of all things hip-hop.
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For example, Russell Hobbs inspired the band's signature hip-hop sound in early tracks. In the Gorillaz universe, the spirits of deceased rappers periodically inhabit Russell and dramatically alter the music.
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"Their nationalities"
Murdoc is British, Russell is American, 2-D is British, Noodle is Japanese.
And each of them speaks their own language... Well, and Noodle speaks a little English.
Where do they live?
However, within the band's fictional history, there is a mention of Kong Studios, which, according to the story, is the Gorillaz's home and is located in West London.
About them
Murdoc is a man, 2-D guy, Russell is a man, Noodle is a girl.
Information about the group
It is possible that they were referring to the fictional members of the virtual band Gorillaz, whose images were created by artist Jamie Hewlett.
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Some of the characters' hobbies:
2-D. Loves Paul Simon and his work, as well as the song "That Was Then But This Is Now" from the 1983 album "Beauty Stab."
Noodle. She loves the duality of joy and sadness that defines people, first in life and then in the memories they leave behind. Noodle also mentions that she enjoys James Ford and bands with names similar to animal names.
Murdoc Niccals. He loves giving interviews and dominating, shutting others up and cursing at everyone. He also detests IKEA, calling it hell on earth.
"Favorite Gorillaz Things"
Perhaps they were referring to the preferences of one of the virtual Gorillaz members, 2D. According to mrfavoritefood.com, 2D's favorite foods include ice cream with raspberry sauce, eggs, and mint tea.
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Gorillaz is a British virtual band consisting of four animated members: 2-D (vocals, keyboards), Murdoc Niccals (leader, bass guitar, drum machine), Noodle (guitar, melodica, vocals) and Russell Hobbs (drums, percussion).
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