Damon Albarn explains the origins of Gorillaz, recalling how he and Jamie Hewlett created the project while living together and wanting to mix music with animation. He highlights the power of anonymity and how children connect naturally with the cartoon world.

He speaks about his deep bond with Latin America, influenced partly by his daughter speaking Spanish and by collaborations with artists like Maluma, Trueno and Bizarrap.

Albarn says The Mountain and the new Gorillaz era are shaped by grief, spirituality and the journey he and Jamie took through India—an experience that helped them heal after losing their parents. The album includes unused recordings from artists who have passed away, linking to ideas similar to Día de Muertos.

He reflects on India’s cultural richness, the importance of constantly learning, and how he feels he has rediscovered the creative energy he had during the Plastic Beach period.

The interview ends with Damon enjoying a norteño version of Gorillaz songs and hinting that he wants to bring the House of Kong exhibition to Mexico City.