Gorillaz Announce North American Tour with Cleveland Stop

Virtual band led by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett to perform at Rocket Arena on October 6.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 4:22pm

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The virtual band Gorillaz, created by Damon Albarn of Blur and artist Jamie Hewlett, will embark on their first extensive U.S. tour since 2022, with a stop in Cleveland at Rocket Arena on October 6. Tickets for the show go on sale on March 9, with Deltron 3030 and Little Simz set to open.

Why it matters

Gorillaz is one of the most successful virtual bands in the world, holding the Guinness World Record. Their unique blend of hip hop, Spaghetti Western, and collaborations with a wide range of artists has earned them a devoted following, and their Cleveland stop will be a highly anticipated event for music fans in the region.

The details

The band, featuring the virtual members 2D, Murdoc Niccals, Noodle, and Russel Hobbs, will be touring behind their new album 'The Mountain,' released in February 2026. The album features a star-studded lineup of guest artists, including Sparks, IDLES, Omar Souleyman, Yasiin Bey, Tony Allen, De La Soul's Dave Jolicoeur, Johnny Marr, Black Thought of The Roots, Mark E. Smith of The Fall, Bobby Womack, and more.

  • Tickets for the Gorillaz show at Rocket Arena in Cleveland go on sale on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 10 a.m.
  • The Gorillaz concert in Cleveland is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, 2026.

The players

Damon Albarn

The co-creator of Gorillaz and lead singer of the band Blur.

Jamie Hewlett

The co-creator of Gorillaz and the artist behind the virtual band's visual design.

Rocket Arena

The venue in Cleveland, Ohio where Gorillaz will perform on their North American tour.

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What they’re saying

“Gorillaz is the 'best virtual band in the world,' and we're excited to bring our show to Cleveland for the first time.”

— Damon Albarn, Co-creator of Gorillaz

What’s next

Tickets for the Gorillaz show at Rocket Arena in Cleveland go on sale on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 10 a.m.

The takeaway

Gorillaz's upcoming tour, which includes a stop in Cleveland, will give fans in the region a chance to experience the virtual band's unique blend of musical styles and collaborations with a wide range of artists live on stage.