ScHoolboy Q hops on latest from Gorillaz’s ‘Song Machine: Season One’
Every now and then, a particularly momentous artist matchup comes around. This is one of those times.
Gorillaz‘s latest Song Machine: Season One venture, “PAC-MAN” casts the electronic outfit in the company of none other than ScHoolboy Q. Unexpected? Perhaps, but that’s just part of the broader equation keeping Gorillaz’s game fresh.
The fifth installment from Song Machine: Season One, “PAC-MAN” precedes ScHoolboy Q’s next studio effort, treating listeners to a more recent taste of his musical capabilities before the LP lands later this year. Together, Q and Gorillaz derive inspiration from the animated arcade staple referenced in the song’s title, creating a clean cut with whimsy at its core. ScHoolboy Q’s verses near “PAC-MAN’s” close are deftly-delivered, providing a formidable verbal finale to the effort.
At present, Gorillaz haven’t announced any plans for a follow-up LP or season, so for now, it’s best that listeners immerse themselves in the song machine and allow “PAC-MAN” to play on.
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