Gorillaz' Jamie Hewlett Recruits 40 Artists to Reimagine Band in Upcoming 'Art Book'

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Gorillaz will be reimagined through the pens of over 40 artists in the cartoon band’s upcoming and self-explanatory 'Gorillaz Art Book.'

will be reimagined through the pens of over 40 artists in the cartoon band’s upcoming and self-explanatoryFor the 288-page book, Jamie Hewlett — the visual half of the Damon Albarn musical project — invited his favorite artists to recreate or reinterpret Gorillaz members 2D, Murdoc Niccals, Noodle, and Russel Hobbs.

“Gorillaz have always collaborated with music but this is the first time we’ve done an art collaboration,” Hewlett said in a statement. “I’ve really enjoyed working with so many of my favorite artists and the result is this amazing book.” While comic book fans are likely more familiar with many of the participating artists, one especially of note is Del the Funky Homosapien, who previously appeared on the group’s hit “Clint Eastwood.”

 

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