NME — Spanish bash to be headed up by Damon Albarn's band more info

Guardian Music — Roundhouse, LondonWith a minimum of 15 hominid players onstage tonight, Gorillaz have miraculously de-evolved from a virtual pop concept into a monster live band. The last time Gorillaz played out in Manchester five years ago it was as a much smaller... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Fifteen years ago this summer, two of Britain’s most popular bands engaged in a battle to capture the hearts and the critical plaudits of the nation. Blur and Oasis decided to go head-to-head by releasing their latest singles, “Country H... more info

The Telegraph — Gorillaz came thrillingly to life at the Roundhouse with a series of guest appearances from Damon Albarn's cult collaborators. Rating: * * * * * more info

MTV.com News — Damon Albarn and crew bring their live show to his hometown.By James Montgomery Gorillaz's Damon Albarn performs at London's Roundhouse on Thursday Photo: MTV There was a British orchestra dressed up as Russian sailors. A New York City rapp... more info

CNN Showbiz — For 10 years Gorillaz' playful cartoon personas have concealed serious musical talent. Despite producing three successful albums, the "virtual band" hasn't often played live and then only behind projections, so no one really knows what to expect as D... more info

MTV.co.uk News — Damon Albarn has told MTV News that Gorillaz will play more UK live dates later this year- probably at the O2 Arena. The animated group played their first London show in nine years last night and... more info

BBC Radio 1 Newsbeat — Damon Albarn's band have played material from their new album Plastic Beach in their first UK gig since 2001. more info

MTV.co.uk News — Gorillaz played their first London show in nearly 10 years last night with guests including Mos Def, Bobby Womack, De La Soul and Shaun Ryder joining them on stage.   Damon Albarn’s... more info

The Mirror — Cartoon pop act Gorillaz dropped their disguises for the first time at a major UK show as Damon Albarn's "virtual" band began a two-night run of gigs. more info