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Clint Eastwood

Gorillaz · 2001

18 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock · electronic · hip-hop

A genre-blending fusion of hip-hop beats, alternative rock sensibilities, and playful animation-driven art that defined a new era in music.

Clint Eastwood is a single by Gorillaz, released in 2001. A genre-blending fusion of hip-hop beats, alternative rock sensibilities, and playful animation-driven art that defined a new era in music. 'Clint Eastwood' became a commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Singles Chart and receiving critical acclaim for its unique sound. The song also helped spur interest in the Gorillaz project, paving the way for subsequent releases and influencing the rise of animated music acts in popular culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Clint Eastwood sound like?

A genre-blending fusion of hip-hop beats, alternative rock sensibilities, and playful animation-driven art that defined a new era in music. Rooted in alternative rock and electronic.

What makes Clint Eastwood by Gorillaz notable?

'Clint Eastwood' became a commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Singles Chart and receiving critical acclaim for its unique sound. The song also helped spur interest in the Gorillaz project, paving the way for subsequent releases and influencing the rise of animated music acts in popular culture. Released on March 5, 2001, 'Clint Eastwood' was Gorillaz's debut single, marking the band's entry into the music scene. At this point, the virtual band created by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett was still establishing its identity, combining various styles and media to innovate the landscape of pop music.

How many songs are on Clint Eastwood?

Clint Eastwood has 4 tracks, running approximately 18 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·18:41

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Clint Eastwood (original mix edit) Standout 3:46
  • 2 Clint Eastwood (instrumental) Standout 6:20
  • 3 Clint Eastwood (Ed Case Refix edit) 3:42
  • 4 Clint Eastwood (Phi Life Cypher) Standout 4:52

Release Date

March 5, 2001

Genre

alternative rock, hip-hop

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

18 min 41 sec