The video was made for the first single from the band’s new album.
Virtual musicians Gorillaz haven’t released any songs since 2010. Ahead of the inauguration of the 45th president of the United States, the band shared a politically charged music video for their new song “Hallelulah Money”, with the title speaking for itself and biting lyrics.
The apocalyptic video features British poet, artist and musician Benjamin Clementine and includes scenes from within Trump Tower, Donald Trump’s residence, and images of Ku Klux Klan rallies. A large number of references to expressive cultural images create a powerful narrative, amplifying the effect of metaphorical and politically charged lyrics.
The video was published on the band’s Facebook page with a description from its bass guitarist and self-proclaimed leader Murdoc Niccals, saying that someone is needed in these dark times to look up to. Niccals claims he suits the role and calls the new single a “lightning bolt of truth in a black night”. It can be concluded from the post that the band is working on a new album. It is expected to be released this year, six years since Gorillaz’ previous record The Fall.
Gorillaz are a British virtual music band founded by English rock band Blur’s singer Damon Albarn and artist Jamie Hewlett in 1998. The group consists of animated musicians living in a virtual world. The band’s songs combine elements of rock, hip hop and electronic music. Gorillaz released four studio albums in 2001-2010. The overwhelming success of the first record allowed the musicians to enter the Guinness Book of World Records as the Most Successful Virtual Band.
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