Rapper Reacts to Gorillaz FOR THE FIRST TIME!! | Clint Eastwood (First Reaction)

Rapper reacts to Gorillaz for the first time & breaks down the schemes and hidden meanings of their viral song 'Clint Eastwood'
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[@KnoxHill]

What else should we react to? 🤔 Comment below! Also if you like the song in the intro check out ‘Love is Blind’ now 🤟kzbin.info/www/bejne/aorTenpsZc-sfrs

[@Zippy_Ace]

I challenge you to catch all the visual/lyrical references from "Bujjima" by Brodha V 😎

[@wingy6172]

Snow Tha Product - Really Counts

[@moelliot9186]

Little Simz - Gorilla - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWjbq6ChpdyBpaM

[@prestonrodd7555]

Would love to see you react to the band AVATAR and their song Napalm (Live from Ages). They are from Gothenburg, Sweden. Johannes pours his soul into this performance

[@wickedninja04]

More Sabaton, please.

[@JonnyPhive]

In the Lore of the band, Russel the drummer witnessed his friends get killed in a drive by and all their spirits possessed/haunt him, when he lays down a funky enough beat they come out and rap.

[@smallgovisbest]

Somewhat reminiscent of the story told in Jim Morrison's 'Dawns Highway', on the album 'An American Prayer'

[@christendomdefenderbeready3251]

correct

[@christendomdefenderbeready3251]

Spiritual Warfare EXISTS Everywhere

[@mikecabral2420]

If I remember correctly, they also gave him his talent on the drums cause Russel couldn't hold a beat before they possessed him. I love the insanity that is Gorillaz lore.

[@Nastyn1nja808]

Idk but gives me Jynx vibes

[@Westinfection91]

Dude, the fact that you immediately knew that it was Del is so respectable.

[@Boomer04888]

It's pretty obvious he's already seen this a million times before. Hate to break it to you, but 99% of "First time reactions" here on KZbin aren't first time at all.

[@bethcushway458]

He didn't. This is so clearly not a "first view" genuine reaction.

[@Westinfection91]

@@Boomer04888 Shhh. Let people enjoy things.

[@Westinfection91]

@@bethcushway458 Oh, is this another "Body-language expert"?

[@Boomer04888]

@@Westinfection91 Dunno when I said people aren't allowed to enjoy fake first-time reactions, but ok..?

[@CaptainRudy4021]

Fun fact: the beat was actually a preset on a keyboard they bought at a store.

[@CaptainRudy4021]

kzbin.infoWn0NtSNeQEQ?feature=share4

[@tcf_iceland]

Preset rock 1 if I remember correctly 😂❤

[@bhoy1989]

Correct there's a video where he shows you

[@CaptainRudy4021]

@@bhoy1989 yep. That's the link I posted

[@CaptainRudy4021]

@@tcf_iceland yes ma'am 😁

[@JonnyPhive]

Gorillaz conceptually is fantastic its a mask that allows Damon Albarn to musically collaborate/experiment with any artist he wants outside of the restrictions of being the lead singer of Blur.

[@tcf_iceland]

Yes! 🥳

[@gardenagnostic4138]

he's from Blur???? oh my god i didnt know that

[@decepticonmecha]

​@@gardenagnostic4138Listen to Song No. 2. Then imagine it's 2-D singing it.

[@JonnyPhive]

yep, lead Singer from Song 2 is the guy Most behind Gorillaz @@gardenagnostic4138

[@thesiren6620]

@@gardenagnostic4138 sorry man blur and Oasis cooperated on this.

[@danrudnick5252]

Del the Funky Homosapien. He wasn't even the first choice for the rap in this one, just happened to be in the same studio, they asked, he said sure, wrote it in like 30 minutes, and recorded it.

[@HEYitzED]

He’s a top 50 all time rapper. Totally underrated.

[@terrymartin5839]

Del was chilling with Dan the Automator waiting for a ride and Dan said to Del hey we don't have anybody yet to spit on this you should do something these guys are going to blow the fuck up...or something to that effect, there's a video of Del telling the story somewhere on youtube

[@mastod0n1]

From the interview I saw he wasn't in the same studio. All I know is I'm pretty sure he said he recorded his part and sent it Damon

[@joshtyree7755]

Another fact about this band the vocalist is from the 90's band Blur they had a hit called song 2

[@H2OIsMyBro]

Feel Good Inc needs to be next!!

[@farajicouncil4496]

Facts

[@mr.t6602]

Ong

[@sereniticat2]

Yes please

[@Thechaosmaster1997]

I was JUST about to suggest this one myself.

[@gregorysiegel1178]

YESSSSS!!!!

[@mattstanford9673]

The world of Gorillaz is definitely fascinating. They may be digital, but their world is ever evolving, like when Murdoc spent some time in prison and the band replaced him with Ace from the Powerpuff Girls' Gangrene Gang. A lot of the music Gorillaz puts out isn't really "my taste," but I love the band itself.

[@theradiantdehd3997]

They’re very hit and miss. Most of their albums are half masterpieces and half decent or good enough tracks. Demon Days is still one of my favorite albums of all time though.

[@BeyondBlue22]

@@theradiantdehd3997 I mean honestly, if half of your songs are considered masterpieces and the other half are still considered alright, I think you're doing pretty fucking good as an artist.

[@Aaxoz]

wait, that's who that was?? such a strange band lol. love it.

[@poesenpai6475]

"Dare" or "Feel Good Inc." next please. Love your breakdowns. I love these guys I remember listening to the Demon Days album start to finish on repeat. It feels like one big track the way it flows from one song to the next (at least to me).

[@sputukgmail]

Love Dare - is there really much to break down in that one? I can’t remember - going to go listen to it now as that’s given me a good excuse to put it on :)

[@sputukgmail]

The only thing I remember reading about Dare at the time was that the title and lyric was supposed to be “There” but Shaun Ridder couldn’t pronounce TH and could only say D instead, so they embraced it

[@CanadianCarlos]

Demon Days might be their best album overall. And the "Live at Manchester Opera House" concert that's been floating around for years is awesome. I used to put it on all the time when it was free on YT.

[@simsanutiy]

I believe it's quite important to watch their music videos in the order they were released, to keep the plot consistency. So next one should probably be Rock The House, then Feel Good Inc.

[@robertace1703]

Can y’all actually fking believe kno hill NEVER HEARD CLINT EASTWOOD. Or feel good??? It’s Fkn insulting bc it comes on all over the world even still.

[@BaldotheDon]

Your ability to understand lyrics so quickly and clearly is really enviable, Knox. Might even be scary. It's amazing how often I find myself conciously thinking how glad I am to be subscribed to this channel. I think the absolute best compliment a KZbinr can get is that their video is worth the viewing time. This video was definitely worth my view time. Thanks.

[@acidicdiamond]

It’s fake it’s not his first time watching it

[@atwellorama]

Helpful also to remember that Gorillaz was the brainchild of Damon Albairn of Blur, and his flatmate Jamie Hewlett, who was the creator of "Tank Girl". They really wanted to create the whole audio/visual experience where both pieces worked individually but combined told a complete story.

[@oc345]

why are there 131- well now 132 likes and no comments

[@traviszander]

Del is such an underappreciated artist in hip hop. He's so good.

[@neilcooper2966]

Deltron 3030 is a masterpiece

[@traviszander]

@@neilcooper2966 Both Sides of the Brain and I Wish My Brother George Was Here arev also two of my favorites

[@thescourge6989]

Deltron 3030 is one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time

[@neilcooper2966]

@@thescourge6989 And then he did the whole album live...

[@tigeriussvarne177]

Event 2 is also great and a work of art.

[@AlejandroLopez-mt6qu]

There will never be another Gorillaz, it was ahead of its time

[@thebag1981]

2:11 it’s not “I’m happy” it’s “I ain’t happy” & “I’m useless” which would explain the delivery. I ain't happy, I'm feeling glad I got sunshine in a bag I'm useless but not for long The future is coming on

[@82gamerprincess31]

You’re gonna love going down this rabbit hole. The Gorillaz are about 30 layers deep in metaphors, references, and insanely in-depth lore for you to dig into and break down. The art style you mentioned of the band was created by the creator of the comic Tankgirl and the “band” is basically the lead singer of the band Blur and a revolving cast of guests from musicians to rappers.

[@robertace1703]

Amazing how he never heard Clint Eastwood or feel good before in all his years of being an American on earth. It’s insane to me. I can’t understand how it’s possible

[@PAINNN666]

@@robertace1703 yeah. whole world knows. Deep in Siberia and in Sahara desert too.

[@jasonlebeau1288]

Yes! You caught the music industry slam! Not many do. Everything the Gorillaz do is a giant middle finger to the music industry and I love it.

[@TheQBandNY]

Del’s album Deltron 3030 is an absolute masterpiece. Especially given its release date.

[@42Mrgreenman]

Seconded, an experimental sci-fi rap space opera? YES, PLEASE! "I want Knox to meet Del-Tron 0...and Automator..." Knox is the only reactor that I know of who actually recognized Del...so big kudos for that...

[@Tikuros]

One of the best songs ever created. These Gorillaz classics never go out of style, they stayed with me all my way growing up, never felt old or overplayed

[@Tim31NJ]

Del has always been that dude. Hieroglyphics is one of my all time go to groups when I just want to hear some top-tier flows.

[@lateforthesky2716]

HIERO!!!!

[@distantgalaxymusic1447]

Hieroglyphics is the greatest rap crew ever. Period.

[@helenajrgensen3157]

Yes. Yes. Yes. ❤ Gorillaz has so much dope music! I am here for more from them, bring it on 🎉😊

[@michaelsmiley150]

Maaann.. you break songs down like nobody else so easily. Respect to a obviously talented artist. Love it.

[@Viqer_Fell]

Wow this is old school. A great tune from way back in the day. Did you know the tune was a preset on the synthesizer he was using at the time. What a genius to make it into a belting hit.

[@ModernDayMagus]

Fun fact about this track. One of the creators confirmed that the whole thing was essentially composed from the suzuki omnichords presets. The main beats backing track as well as when the percussion comes in, it's like 2 layers of presets. There's a video of him demonstrating it while being interviewed.

[@URangryX]

"Sunshine in a Bag" is a reference/talking about Weed...and Clint Eastwood was a strain back in the early 2000's

[@GarageBilt]

I have always always loved Gorillaz. But by far that is and has been one of the hardest raps I have ever heard. I been jamming on that shit for like 2 decades now.

[@Yuki_Ika7]

One of my babysitters introduced me to the Gorillaz back around 4-6th grade (I have mental issues so I had babysitters until around high school just in case), and boy am I glad she introduced me to it, she was a cool babysitter!

[@pyrpyr5Wolf]

How did you avoid Gorillaz back in the day? They were EVERYWHERE! But it's great seeing them get some love now. Hands down the best concert I've ever been to 👌

[@Mao_722]

Because this whole "FOR THE 1st TIME" stuff is bullshit... all those guys never watched TV or listened to radio 😂😂😂😂

[@lesterbottomley7641]

Glastonbury by any chance?

[@pyrpyr5Wolf]

@@lesterbottomley7641 nope, Roskilde Festival (basically the Danish Glastonbury) it's a long time ago, 10-12 years I think?

[@squatchnasty234]

​@stefanhensel8025 yeah, for how cultured knox is there is no way he didn't even recognize the chorus. Not knowing the verses? Sure but the chorus is everywhere even the movie trolls

[@angrybellsprout]

@@squatchnasty234 towards the end of the video he gives a total cop out about this being the first time with the analytical frame

[@trystin87]

Yes! Gorillaz are very underrated. Almost everyone knows Feel Good Inc. and Clint Eastwood, but they have some other amazing tracks. And they use rap flows a lot in them. Should definitely check out DARE, Rhinestone Eyes, Ascension, Dirty Harry, and on Melancholy Hill just to name a few.

[@deracer69]

dirty harry was another great one as well, not as popular as feel good inc and clint eastwood, but it is still up there

[@andreaswong8829]

Empire Ants

[@greekfirefly1187]

I think revolving door is also a really good one

[@fluorescentadolescent2640]

They are not underrated at all lol

[@grimarchangel]

this is a blast from my teenage years, and ive found new insights from this song almost yearly since. these artists truly make musical art every time they put something out.

[@volafox]

I found this band on...NPR. They played a song along with an interview. I love this band not only for the music but also the messages within. I'm glad someone else has caught it! The Russel spirit is not negative. It is the voice that tells you to move just before a car flies by. It's the real driver of the flesh vehicle. Listen to it.

[@chipstyx]

Never heard someone do a deep dive into the symbolism and meaning for this song, it was a fascinating take thank you!

[@The_Nonchalant_Shallot]

The best part is that the entire career of Gorillaz is a story full of rich lore as well. From their very first song to the most recent one is a single continuous storyline. I'm looking forward to seeing you dissect these.

[@ismokeKusa]

I used to refer to Del as 'Del the Funky Hieroglyphic'! I am so glad you knew of that old hip hop group ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[@dlue2fu]

Holy fudge. Can't believe you haven't heard the Gorillaz yet. You are in for a wonderful ride.

[@DonaId_J_Trump]

He has.

[@DumboMusic2007]

Goddamn so many memories from this song

[@Skittenmeow]

Yep...first saw the video clip at 20 years old in the early hours of the morning on Rage ABC - music night on Australian public broadcast tv. Was so happy to have had a VHS in and recorded that night, can't remember what band/artist was hosting but replayed the clip to so many friends. It's a great song alone but the clip was the best way to experience Gorillaz

[@rickymcgarrigle1827]

Mate the fact you've done a proper indie UK song is class... I love Gorillaz and their music. It is insanely unique, there isn't a band or artist similar to them ❤

[@RabblesTheBinx]

Is it really indie? "They" are signed to a major label and it's literally a side project for Blur's lead singer.

[@8293nokinho]

Del wrote those verses in less then 20 minutes, genius.

[@zacharyking3374]

Intro was dope. Immediately added it to my Tidal favorites.

[@joshuamorales7392]

The band is out of this world I love the Gorillaz there music is mix of everything there top notch 🤙🏼❤

[@SirCaco]

This song and Feel Good Inc. are staples of my childhood. It's so cool to see somebody just getting into them all these years later.

[@ryandoyle4344]

Loved this Album when it dropped! DELTRON 3030 is another classic...

[@JeremyEllwood]

This song brings back so many memories. I used to listen to it all the time and it was the song that woke me up on 09/11/2001 as I wearily walked out to the living room and my college roommate said, "Dude. America was just attacked." I laughed and was like, "Dude I'm hung over, stfu." And then facts. This song will ALWAYS trigger me to remember. And I appreciate it even more for that.

[@neolithiumproduction]

Damn, you're really good at parsing out the words and their meaning. I learned so much about what he's actually saying in that moment. I'd love to see you react to their other songs, specially Feel Good Inc.

[@SHAKED0WN.]

I've seen them a couple of times live, never disappoint. Damon Albarn is one of a kind

[@dgarvanski]

The line is actually "I ain't happy, I'm feeling glad" which is far cooler. But, also, I can't describe how happy I was to see a person immediately recognize Del.

[@Ragnar_Lodbrok-kv6st]

Just something I wanted to point out, 2-D's shirt doesn't say virus it says t-virus which is a shout-out to resident evil's Tyrant Virus(t-virus) mutant progenitor strain which causes the zombie apocalypse, also a friend claims that 'sunshine in a bag' is a reference to peyote.

[@darkenemberforge]

How fun, when I first saw this in the early 2000s it blew my mind. I hadn't seen or heard anything like it, and I knew it was deeper than my experience could fathom. It was so fun watching you dig into some of the metaphor, and I feel like you went way farther than I ever could have. I would encounter Del in the opposite fashion later in my life. "Hey, this is Del the Funky Ghost Rapper from the Gorillaz." I hope your further encounters with the Gorillaz lead you to Plastic Beach, and eventually the Rhinestone Eyes animatic.

[@superdre4892]

Bro dope reaction. Your one of the few reactors that recognized the funky homosapien as well. Only real hip hop head remember. 🔥 Gorillaz are legendary.

[@kobelgaven5208]

when del says that its all in your head, if you dont have earbuds in, its all silent. thats awesome

[@jasonremy1627]

"Feel Good, Inc." by the Gorillaz is a must. De La Soul is featured on that one.

[@HipnikDragomir]

Your analysis gave me newfound appreciation of these lyrics. Just a masterpiece. Way too damn smart. I'm glad it blew up and millions have heard it.

[@helenajrgensen3157]

Feel good Inc is a must. Dare is also really good to fire up under the danceshoes …

[@lgilbert376]

"ear candy" that said it all, Gorillaz is soo much fun. so much talent.

[@ChiePet_]

I saw this on MTV when i was beyond young (beach house, 6yo at Best, im 32 now) and before i inew it, anyone hearing it or anywhere that plays it, i go right back to that living room, also playing Clayfighter 63 1/3rd directors cut with my oldest cousin.

[@Xenotric]

honestly their entire discography is filled with bangers >< Dare, Saturn Barz and the entire Plastic Beach album are some of my favourites but the early works are classics, dirty harry, 19-2000 etc etc Have good fun listening to these folks!

[@aliashurricane9349]

“I can put on tights and get out on the dance floor and move my pelvis around”🤣🤣🤣 Knox I would pay good money to see that!! Also the line in the beginning “What in the Zombie Apocalypse is this?” 😂I love how your mind works not just in masterfully breaking down these lyrics but you’re personality! ❤

[@KCsFunHouse]

These aren’t just graphics, they are the characters, they started almost like a digital masked band and most people didn’t know who each character represented. We’ve since found out who most of not all of them are. They did live shows using only theses animations and recently they took over the 3D billboards in NYC Time Square you should check it out

[@macdoodlechamp]

he said, “i ain’t happy, I’m feeling glad i’ve got sunshine.”

[@TrevorHarden]

Dude, I love how you broke down these lyrics. Such a masterful song.

[@CourtneyVarner]

Gorillaz introduced me to Del and opened up a whole new world of underground rap.

[@mc_double]

We gotta bring back those Mathers Days, prof! Do Em - Fine Line, which has one of Em's best polyrhythm flows, plus it'll certainly play on your heart strings as a Stan

[@blakeminiard7051]

Ive seen so many of your videos, but this one sold me on your reactions. You understand the lyrics so quick and you break them down just as fast. Keep it up, man!

[@sjbclaeys]

Omg, I could rap the whole thing but never knew it was about drugs... Your breakdowns are legendary man. "Finally someone let me out of my cage" is drugs hitting, now I finally get that line! Thank you Knox

[@davidmartin3212]

I can sense a Damon Albarn rabbit hole on the way , Knox great breakdown , he had many guest rappers on his tracks . Damon is a rue artist in a few genres , looking forward to your next Gorrilaz breakdown 👍

[@squishycoveswena]

I think the Murdoc commentary videos on their mvs are worth checking out cus they're just really meta and cheeky

[@backalleynightkat5067]

Also, a funny thing that they did with the "that it's all in your head" part, if you had downloaded the song (or playing it on spotify maybe, not sure exactly) it would only play that part of the song if you were wearing headphones.

[@daisyflutterby2944]

The baby of Damon Albarn (90s Brit pop blur) each of these characters have their own virtual life! amazing! Way before his time when he created this

[@g.ruempel]

Being completely honest with you: Back in the days I was vibing to this tune, just because I thought it sounded cool and never thought too much about a deeper meaning. Now 20 years later, after you broke it down for me, I noticed: I AM AN IDIOT! Thank you, dear Sir! Now I see things clearer... To my defense, I am not a natural speaker. Maybe that's part of why I didn't catch everything...

[@robertcrowley4599]

I can't believe the instrumental to this song so catchy is literally the preset of a rhythm machine. I just saw one of the member revealed this and he played it on the video. Another fun thing is I used to do this as karaoke and I would get requests to do it which is funny looking back.

[@queenannsrevenge100]

I’ve always had to dive into wikis and analytics online to understand Gorillaz and the world-building they’ve done, they always been fascinating and another level from other music out there. Thanks for doing these, Knox, I’d definitely like to see more of these.

[@rovcanada1]

10:58 Tell me that the gorillas aren't mimicking MJ's iconic 'Thriller' dance?!

[@aprylvanryn5898]

I love the gorillaz. They have some amazing songs. Clint Eastwood is my favorite for sentimental reasons and it's the first one I ever heard. I'm all for more. Shout out Ghost. Peace and love ❤

[@lootcat1230]

2-D's shirt actually says "T-Virus" like from resident evil. Goes along with the opening quote of the undead

[@HistorysRaven]

I'm old enough that I saw this play on Cartoon Network, original Toonami, during commercial breaks. It's where I heard the song first. This song was written in 30 minutes. Also, side note; he's not saying you make it without the basics. The line is "The essence, the basics without did you make it?"

[@MikeJones-wy6pn]

Dude I could listen to you break down lyrics all day

[@drew10981]

This was the first single that Gorillaz put out, which is insane to think about how long ago this was. Jesus. But there's such an incredible depth to the Gorillaz discography. Truly icons for how they have been able to do something unlike any other artist in music both visually and stylistically. For review recommendations, their well know songs Feel Good Inc, Stylo, or Dare. Lesser known songs: 19-2000, Plastic Beach, and Don't Get Lost in Heaven + Demon Days are all great songs in their own right.

[@RawTimee]

I love that they mix rap and this type of like grunge-ish music but also sad happy dance music.

[@huldaolafsdottir4898]

Back in the day, when I was young, then this was among things I listened to. I love that you are reacting to it.

[@TFFgeek]

Damon named it 'Clint Eastwood' due to the harmonica sound you hear throughout the song and is extensively present in the full version. For a while I believed the lyrics were 'I'm happy I've got sunshine. In a bag, I'm useless.' And yes, Del's verses still blow me away. That man is gifted.

[@lynette.]

What a classic.

[@Trumaine225]

He's shirt is a reference to Resident Evil! A tee shirt with virus inside a letter T...(T-Virus)!

[@FSGoingStraight]

Wow, I've been listening to these songs for ages but your breakdown really gave me a bigger appreciation for the songs. Awesome, glad I found your vids!

[@TheSilversonGR]

I think Gorillaz is one of the bands that has inspired Ren. I remember when I first heard Hi Ren I thought that some of the artists that inspired him were Arctic monkeys, Sting, Gorillaz and even Faithless.

[@stampandscrap7494]

I think he quite likes imagine dragons as well. Is there any music that Ren doesn't take something from

[@nicklove9257]

I remember snoop joining them on stage at Glastonbury dopest Collab ever

[@coxfire]

You always have a fantastic hindsight in your reactions, love how you go deep into the lyrics, great video

[@saber1epee0]

"19 2000" is my favorite underrated Gorillaz track and music video

[@tcf_iceland]

My first ever concert I went to was Blur in 1996. That same weekend I got my first tattoo. Blur was my absolutely most favorite band and I still have all of their CD's. Also theirs was the first band shirt I ever bought, at the concert. It was waaayyyy too big for me so I just slept in it 😂😂😂 Then the lead singer, Damon Albarn, bought a house in Iceland and every teen girl (and some boys) would dream about Albarn (rumors say some were lucky, I'm not one of them though 😂). Later Albarn created this band, Gorillaz, and of course I love everything they do ❤

[@leewoodard5871]

Lets be clear, Ren is special...but Damon Albarn is a musical genius. Very few anyone near how brilliant he has been for over 30 years. Astounding output.

[@tombedford4692]

Also I have want to say a big thanks to you Knox, since I've watching your channel I have gain a much better understanding of Hip Hop and rap in regards to bars, structures, cadence, punchlines and so much more. Because of your breakdowns I've been able to tracks on more levels and enjoy songs in newer ways. Thank you Knox keep up the great work, peace to you and yours brother.

[@scarce911]

Back in the mid/late 00's back when I had a legit system in my car, I would bump this song often.. I love that deep Rumble

[@brandonthomson6280]

I am constantly surprised by how quickly you pick up on the undertones and abstract ideas in the music I love. Keep killing it man you're awesome.

[@koki84ji7]

It's almost like he might do some research and it's not really his first time listening...😮

[@user-kd7to5xf9e]

Bro i just discoverd that band like last month and iam hooked like i have listen thier every song like more than twice lol they're really awesome

[@Osma777]

I've been listening to this song for more than 20 years, and you still explain stuff I didn't catch. Thank you.

[@QuantumBeeWellness]

I remember when this came out 22 years ago, and still so relevant today, great choice!!

[@ElWray8]

This was my intro to Del back in the day. I went on a ravenous hunt for all things Del after that. lol

[@JonnyPhive]

same, Deltron 3030 is mind melting.

[@tigeriussvarne177]

Same!

[@Gillyjr95]

The creator of band was formerly of Blur. Which was a HUGE Brit Pop band, who rivaled Oasis in their time.

[@Steve_W27]

There is no “formally “ or “was” about it. Blur are still very much a band and have just released a new album and done a massive stadium tour.

[@Gillyjr95]

@@Steve_W27 I did not know, thank you for the correction. Nice to see Damon back on stage as himself.

[@ubtrippn6202]

Classic love Gorillas! Great reaction Knox love seeing your take on it!

[@dylankeville1026]

That is the actual band its not just the graphics 😂

[@malcombe7001]

The entire beat and tune are setting 'rock 1' on a 808, seriously. Damon Alban is another genius.

[@Ethan-Entah]

Love that you picked out Del's voice straight away.

[@alexspindler1]

Killer breakdown! Loved you tapping into the themes of the song organically as it was laying out and you were locked in the whole way.