2012 was a thunderous year for music. So much is released on a daily basis, in fact, that many find it impossible to keep up with all these happenings. Fortunately for you, that’s what mxdwn does best. The following tracks signify what matters in music in our modern age. Sit down, chill out, and listen to what we consider to be the most important songs of the year.
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In a previous story, we reported about Damon Albarn’s interview with The Guardian that seemed to hint at the possible demise of Blur and Gorillaz, but today we happily report that new information seems to contradict this original sentiment. Although nothing is for sure, Albarn’s recent interview with Metro gives Blur and Gorillaz’ fans a shimmering ounce of hope.
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Damon Albarn, one of Britain’s most prolific musicians, has hinted at the possible demise of both Gorillaz and Blur. It’s a shame really, since this year we saw a revitalization in both bands via Blur’s Brit Awards performance and Gorillaz’ collaboration with Andre 3000 and James Murphy. Although these instances might have led fans to believe that both acts were alive and healthy, Albarn’s recent interview with the Guardian has nipped these assumptions at the bud.
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Despite continuing rumors that hip hop group Outkast will be releasing another album, former member Andre 3000 recently made statements that none of this is true. Although, after sustaining himself with collaborations he may be ready to debut as a solo artist.
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In case you hadn’t heard, the Gorillaz have put out a new song called “DoYaThing” featuring Andre 3000 and James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem as a part of Converse’s “Three Artists. One Song” project. Take a look at the new music video that just surfaced, which definitely takes Gorillaz animation to a new level.
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An MP3 download of the Gorillaz’ newest sneaker-inspired track, “DoYaThing” is now available for download. The track was created as part of a Converse’s “Three Artists. One Song” series, and is available for free download after the jump. The 13-minute track coincides with a Gorillaz-designed sneaker line and a forthcoming animated video, due out on February 29.
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How’s this for a team? Andre 3000, James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem, and the Gorillaz? Well, as of February 23, their collective track, “DoYaThing” will be made available to the public, along with what should be a stimulating music video.
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In July of 2011, Damon Albarn of Blur and Gorillaz traveled to Kinshasa to create a musical project that would fuse Western music with traditional and contemporary African culture. With ten other producers and local Congolese musicians like Tout Puissant Mukalo and Nelly Liyemge, Albarn formed DRC Music (Democratic Republic of Congo Music) and recorded Kinshasa One Two in an impressive seven days, solely in Congo. Read more…
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Fictional Gorillaz bassist Murdoc Neccals recently revealed via Twitter that the group will release a singles compilation dubbed The Singles Collection on November 28 that will celebrate 10 years of music. More after the jump. Read more…
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DRC Music, the collective of music producers founded by Damon Albarn (Gorillaz, Blur), have announced that they will release their upcoming album Kinshasa One Two digitally via Warp Records on October 4 with a CD/Vinyl release following on November 8. The proceeds will benefit the work of Oxfam in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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