The esteemed virtual band Gorillaz is set to bring an augmented reality concert to life in London and New York, utilizing Google's innovative tech.

In this latest venture, the virtual band Gorillaz will take the stage for a concert in New York City and London, pushing the boundaries of location-based technology. augmented reality (AR) Ahead of their much-anticipated eighth studio album 'Cracker Island', the Grammy-winning band will debut their new track 'Skinny Ape' by performing as gigantic virtual avatars appearing next to real buildings.

The concert is set to unfold this weekend—catch it live in Times Square, NYC at 2:30 PM ET on December 17, and in London’s Piccadilly Circus at 2:00 PM GMT on December 18. Interested fans can access this 'live' event via a free app available for both Android and iOS devices. After the show, viewers can rewatch the performance within the app at their convenience. Gorillaz Presents While Google has yet to release its augmented reality glasses, the tech giant is actively exploring the possibilities of AR through various mobile applications.

The innovative concert will utilize Google's location-based augmented reality feature, introduced earlier this year, leveraging Google Maps and GPS data to create a persistent AR overlay in the physical environment. For this exciting concert, Google's ARCore Geospatial API will play a crucial role, allowing developers to connect digital elements with actual spots visible on Google Street View. CNET reported Gorillaz’s exciting AR concert will beautifully intertwine digital and physical elements, offering attendees a groundbreaking mixed-reality experience that engages the senses. VR Scout Check out the trailer for Gorillaz presents... Skinny Ape (Immersive Live Performance), showcasing the potential of virtual gatherings where musicians don’t need to be physically present, which not only saves time but also resources, creating a novel way for artists to connect with their audience.

In 2022, while still gaining traction, metaverse technologies like VR and AR were already in Gorillaz's toolkit, as they had been experimenting with such innovations since 2017. The band once offered fans an interactive experience through their mixed-reality app and even released a pioneering 360-degree music video for their track 'Saturnz Barz.'

Virtual concerts are becoming increasingly popular Meet Agne, a journalist dedicated to exploring the latest innovations and movements within the realms of the metaverse, AI, and Web3 for the Metaverse Post. With a strong passion for storytelling, Agne frequently interviews leading experts in these fields, striving to uncover captivating narratives. Alongside holding a Bachelor’s degree in literature, Agne has a diverse writing background covering travel, art, and cultural topics as well as volunteering as an editor for an animal rights organization to promote animal welfare. Reach out to her at

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