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Gorillaz

  • Blogs

    February 19, 2008

    InDELible: An Interview with Del the Funky Homosapien

    Del, in his more bizarre days. [We didn’t have space in the paper to run this feature by Ben Westhoff, but we think it’s worth posting on Heard Mentality in advance of West Coast underground-rap luminary Del’s appearance Wed. Feb. 20 at the Vault 350.] Richmond, California emcee Del The Fu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 12, 2009

    Incoming: Sum 41, Deerhoof, Del Tha Funkee Homosapien at the Glass House (Separately)

    Do you want to waste your time? And, perhaps, become another casualty of society? Well, then you're probably not interested in seeing Sum 41 at the Glass House on March 29. But those of you who are fans would probably be psyched to hear that tickets go on sale tomorrow (Friday) at noon, and are only ... More >>

  • Music

    March 26, 2009

    [CD Review] Shortwave Set, 'Replica Sun Machine' (Wall of Sound)

    Do you want to waste your time? And, perhaps, become another casualty of society? Well, then you're probably not interested in seeing Sum 41 at the Glass House on March 29. But those of you who are fans would probably be psyched to hear that tickets go on sale tomorrow (Friday) at noon, and are only ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 24, 2009

    Album Review: The Shortwave Set, 'Replica Sun Machine'

    I review the sophomore release from The Shortwave Set in the Weekly this week, but seeing as how the album's been out for like, forever, overseas, and it's out today in the states, why wait to read it? Read it here, now! The future is now! But actually the past! Think about it. The Shortwave SetRepl ... More >>

  • Music

    April 2, 2009

    Del the Funky Homosapien Gives It Up for Free

    I review the sophomore release from The Shortwave Set in the Weekly this week, but seeing as how the album's been out for like, forever, overseas, and it's out today in the states, why wait to read it? Read it here, now! The future is now! But actually the past! Think about it. The Shortwave SetRepl ... More >>

  • Music

    August 14, 2008

    Arabian Prince's Electro Legacy Gives Gangstas Something 2 Dance 2-Again

    I review the sophomore release from The Shortwave Set in the Weekly this week, but seeing as how the album's been out for like, forever, overseas, and it's out today in the states, why wait to read it? Read it here, now! The future is now! But actually the past! Think about it. The Shortwave SetRepl ... More >>

  • Music

    February 14, 2008

    [CD Review] Del the Funky Homosapien, 11th Hour (Definitive Jux)

    I review the sophomore release from The Shortwave Set in the Weekly this week, but seeing as how the album's been out for like, forever, overseas, and it's out today in the states, why wait to read it? Read it here, now! The future is now! But actually the past! Think about it. The Shortwave SetRepl ... More >>

  • Music

    August 11, 2005

    SecondSpin

    I review the sophomore release from The Shortwave Set in the Weekly this week, but seeing as how the album's been out for like, forever, overseas, and it's out today in the states, why wait to read it? Read it here, now! The future is now! But actually the past! Think about it. The Shortwave SetRepl ... More >>

  • Culture

    September 6, 2007

    Trendzilla

    Designer toys

  • Music

    September 6, 2007

    The Conservative Pundit's Nightmare

    Shock! Rapper Common links public and private issues with thoughtfulness!

  • Columns

    June 26, 2003

    Through With Bars

    Now we only eat guitars

  • Music

    March 29, 2007

    Soul Survivors

    Todays hip-hop owes a huge debt to De La Souland the tab keeps growing

  • Music

    February 1, 2007
  • Music

    September 28, 2006

    Standing Erect

    Del tha Funky Homosapien

  • Music

    April 27, 2006

    Hits!

    Virgin Megastore

  • Music

    April 27, 2006

    Two Days in the Valley

    Coachellas always gritty and stinky and yet were still going. Again

  • Music

    January 19, 2006

    Hits!

    Music Revolution

  • Columns

    December 29, 2005

    Commie Girl

    My Little Boy's First Gang!
    The year I temporarily gave up trying to love Orange County

  • Music

    August 25, 2005

    Virgin Megastore Costa Mesa

    My Little Boy's First Gang!
    The year I temporarily gave up trying to love Orange County

  • Music

    June 30, 2005

    National Compact Disc

    My Little Boy's First Gang!
    The year I temporarily gave up trying to love Orange County

  • Music

    June 23, 2005

    Fingerprints

    My Little Boy's First Gang!
    The year I temporarily gave up trying to love Orange County

  • Unknown

    June 9, 2005

    This Week In Nightlife

    A problem with no solution

  • Culture

    July 3, 2003

    Through With Bars

    Now we only eat guitars

  • Music

    April 4, 2002

    New Music

    Now we only eat guitars

  • Music

    September 24, 2009
  • Blogs

    March 2, 2010

    Pavement Launch Reunion Tour, Gorillaz Chased by Bruce Willis in New Video, Lil Wayne, Dave Grohl

    Pavement fans: the reunion that hits Coachella has begun (in New Zealand). Stereogum has the set list. Coachella co-headliners Gorillaz debut video for "Stylo"--first single off Plastic Beach album out March 9--starring everybody's favorite action hero Bruce Willis in bad guy role. Click to watch ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 12, 2010

    Sound Spectrum's Top 10-Selling Records From the Past Week

    Sound Spectrum in Laguna Beach is a venerable record store with an incredible reggae selection and albums from local artists. The store opened in the late 1960s and remains a small time capsule of Laguna from back then. The shop has some sweet finds, like original psychedelic calendars and gifts. Ow ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 17, 2010

    Billie Joe Armstrong Inducts the Stooges, White Stripes Return(?), 'American Idol' Idiocy, Gorillaz Go 'Electric Avenue'?

    Billie Joe Armstrong inducts the Stooges--and a shirtless Iggy Pop--into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The White Stripes will return. We hope!American Idol idiots butcher Rolling Stones songs--sounds so bad almost wished I saw it.Did the Gorillaz really rip off Eddy "Electric Avenue" Grant??

  • Blogs

    April 2, 2010

    Sound Spectrum's Top 10-Selling Records From the Past Week

    ​Here's what's flying off the shelves at the quirky-retro-cool Sound Spectrum in Laguna Beach.

  • Music

    April 8, 2010

    Where's Water?

    [Coachella 2010] Finding these items in the illustration may be easier than finding them at Coachella

  • Blogs

    April 12, 2010

    Anaheim Comic Con: A Comic Con That's Actually Happening in Anaheim

    Flickr user clevercupcakesTiny titans.​Though it's looking increasingly less likely that prior rumblings of globally gigantic Comic-Con International moving from San Diego to Anaheim will come true, Anaheim does have a comic convention of their own to look forward to: this weekend's inaugural, apt ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 16, 2010

    Icelandic Volcano Kills Several Coachella Performances

    Andrew YoussefCoachella dwellers won't be seeing the Cribs today after all​​It looks like Thursday's Icelandic volcano eruption is causing a few of Coachella's European acts to cancel their performances. Bummer.

  • Blogs

    April 18, 2010

    Live from Coachella: Yo La Tengo, Julian Casablancas, Jonsi

    Andrew Youssef / OC WeeklyYo La Tengo: Charisma you can't see.What, exactly, were Yo La Tengo doing on the main stage?

  • Blogs

    April 19, 2010

    Coachella Day Three: Superlatives for Gorillaz, Thom Yorke and More

    Andrew Youssef / OC WeeklyGorillaz is happy, feeling glad.​Click here for photos from Day Three!​So it's over. Whew. After a late-night drive from the desert, bed looks promising. But first, our thoughts on Coachella's final day--in the form of superlatives. No, we're not going to crown a "best ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 19, 2010

    What You Missed: Coachella, Coachella Parties, America's Family Pet Expo, Anaheim Comic Con

    Andrew YoussefClockwise from top left: Alison Mossheart of the Dead Weather, Jay-Z, Zooey Deschanel of She & Him, Matt Bellamy of Muse.​It's all over! Three long days of music, crowds, tents that smell like armpit and more--Coachella 2010! We hope you kept up with us throughout our up-to-date ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 19, 2010

    Coachella 2010: All Our Coverage, Plus Final Thoughts

    Christopher Victorio / OC WeeklyYup. That guy.​Getting to Coachella aint easy, fun or cheap. That fact weighs heavily on nearly everything that happens in Indio--in a good way.

  • Music

    April 22, 2010

    Coachella Cattle Calls

    [Mental Notes] Despite numerous reasons to be underwhelmed, the crowd at Coachella was determined to have a moo-ving experience

  • Blogs

    October 28, 2010

    Gorillaz at the Gibson Amphitheater Last Night

    Andrew Youssef/OC Weekly​GorillazOctober 27, 2010Gibson AmphitheaterSee the slideshow here! After playing a solid headlining slot at Coachella, Gorillaz brought their full stage production and a slew of guest all-stars for a blistering performance last night at the Gibson Amphitheater. The first a ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 4, 2010

    Damon Albarn Creates Yet ANOTHER Supergroup, This Time With RHCP Bassist Flea

    Andrew Youssef/OC Weekly​Damon Albarn isn't even finished touring with his other supergroup, Gorillaz (read our review of the LA show here) before he's confirming that he's almost done recording his album with the Red Hot Chili Peppers' bassist Flea.Talk about keeping busy!

  • Blogs

    March 26, 2010

    Fingerprints' Top 10 This Week

    ​Top 10 selling records from last week at Fingerprints in Long Beach. The shop specializes in a wide variety of underground music, introducing customers to new bands while still selling mainstream stuff. Don't forget to check out the free live performance by Exene Cervenka at Fingerprints Apr ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 22, 2010

    Eight Instruments Indie Bands Should Stay the Fuck Away From

    Wendy Lynch/MyspaceModest Mouse​Ever notice what bizarre instruments indie rockers have been using on stage? It may enhance the sound at times, but whipping out a melodica or tuba always makes me wonder what the hell were they were thinking. Artists like Sufjan Stevens and Modest Mouse need to cut ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 29, 2010

    Gorillaz, Yeasayer, Lupe Fiasco and More Give the Gift of New (And Free!) Music

    Myspace.com​Hot artists from Gorillaz to Lupe Fiasco are releasing new material. The cool part? The songs will be available online for download, and the cost ranges from totally free to "name your own price." These artists are among the most creative and challenging in popular music today, so ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 11, 2011

    Rumored Headliners for Coachella 2011

    Andrew Youssef/OC WeeklyArcade Fire​The Coachella lineup will soon be announced, but rumors are already circulating about who is headlining this year. We have some theories, but nothing is confirmed as of yet. The guessing game will continue on, and it's encouraged by the festival through many int ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 12, 2011

    Gorillaz Add New Member to the Band

    ​Welcome to the world of technology. It's pretty cool that musician Damon Albarn and cartoonist Jamie Hewlett created Gorillaz, their virtual cartoon band consisting of lead vocalist/keyboardist 2D, bassist/guitarist Murdoc Niccals, guitarist/keyboardist/vocalist Noodle and drummer/percussionist R ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 5, 2011

    Top Five Rappers in Movies

    ​Making it big on the big screen is rough. Judging by the forgettable attempts by the cast of Friends--sans Jennifer Aniston, whose most memorable roles involve playing some semi-neurotic version of herself in intellectually-gutted rom coms--transitioning to movies isn't made any easier through su ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 12, 2011

    Big Audio Dynamite at the City National Grove of Anaheim Last Night

    Andrew Youssef/OC Weekly​Big Audio DynamiteAug. 11, 2011City National Grove of AnaheimHow do you know you're in the presence of greatness? That's a tough question to answer, especially when you're watching a front man who has been part of two majorly influential musical acts. The thing about watch ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 8, 2011

    The Ten Most Disappointing Albums of 2011: #10 - #6

    Yes, Jessi J, you made the list. Stop pouting. ​Tis' an exciting time of year for music critics. From January through November, carpel-tunnel prone wordsmiths like us are often faced with editorial pressure to "go easy" on certain releases. Or perhaps we are encouraged to throw praise upon hyp ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 19, 2011

    Young The Giant at the Observatory Last Friday Night

    Daniel Kohn​Young The Giant The Observatory (formerly the Galaxy Theatre) 12/16/11 Last Friday night's gig at the Observatory in Santa Ana was a victory lap of sorts for Young The Giant. A successful 2011 saw the Irvine-based quintet tour across the globe (including many of the country's huge fes ... More >>

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