Stereogum — More than 30 years ago, Afrika Bambaataa’s Arthur Baker-produced “Planet Rock” changed the music industry forever, thanks in part to its use of the revolutionary 808 drum machine. The 808 created a beat no one had ever experienced before, and e... more info

NME — The shows will take place on November 15 and 16 more info

NME — The performance took place in Japan earlier this year more info

Stereogum — Damon Albarn’s debut solo album, Everyday Robots, focused both thematically and sonically on the interaction between humanity and technology, the organic and the artificial. So it’s only natural that Albarn was recently invited to perform at Toky... more info

NME — Singer hits out at 'Top Gear' presenter for offending Argentinians more info

The Independent — Damon Albarn took the weighty responsibility of a nation on his shoulders when he apologised to Argentina, on behalf of the UK, for the existence of Jeremy Clarkson. more info

Stereogum — British trip-hopper Tricky was recently the subject of a documentary for FACT TV based around his new album Adrian Thaws. In the mini-doc, he talked about his experience collaborating with Damon Albarn, who he worked with for a song on 1996′s Nearl... more info

NME — He also says he wouldn't shake hands with David Cameron or Barack Obama for £1,000,000 more info

Stereogum — Earlier this year, acclaimed Afrobeat drummer Tony Allen shared “Go Back,” a warm ballad featuring guest vocals from long-time collaborator Damon Albarn. Now there’s a video to go along with the song, and it’s a beautiful and evocative portra... more info

NME — Early favourites Royal Blood and Damon Albarn drift away as bookmaker's odds are updated more info