Rise of the Ogre

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The dust wrapper is in very good condition, bright, with two teeny closed tears and slight creasing to the top to the front. Feel free to contact one our staff team members for help, or visit our Discord server for more information. I bought a used version a whole 7 years after it was published for a total of 28 pounds which is a bargain considered this book sells for more than 70 in some instances. It is, absurdly, the fictional autobiography of a virtual band, with fabulous graphic artwork and comical interviews.

At the front of the book, there is a ‘Demon Disclaimer’ stating the information is not all true, ‘especially the stuff Murdoc says’. By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions.numerous illustrations; inscribed by: Damon, Hewlett and Cass; pale grey pictorial d/j with black title to front and spine. The book details the life-stories of the band-members: Murdoc Niccals, 2-D, Russel Hobbs, and Noodle. It's really a piece unlike any other and it is such a shame there's no sequel (even if the Gorillaz Almanac seems to be in a somewhat similar vein). It has the back stories of all the members and how they came together, and glimpses of the possible future of the band.

You discover so many things about the band through a funny, well-written story and the illustrations are fabulous.Brilliant history (fictional) of the band Gorillaz, for the really avid fans, packed full of gorgeous illustrations of the band by Jamie Hewlett. Initially iTunes exclusive, one part was released every week for four weeks beginning December 5th 2006. An audiobook of Rise of the Ogre was released in four parts; making it the first audiobook in the world to be released in a singles format.

With track by track analyses of their two albums, all of their performances, and even a section on why '23' pops up so much, this is a must have book for all REAL Gorillaz fans. The front cover of the book, when flipped sideways, is a silhouette of Murdoc Niccals' pet raven 'Cortez'. The book blends fact and fiction throughout, interspersing commentary from the band members with actual quotes from their creators, collaborators and critics. While they could have gone and made a quick small book with existing artwork, they laboured in creating a genesis of a band showcasing every little minute detail in their lives to the present.Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include From the library of labels or previous owner inscriptions. But it's easy to see the underlying notes throughout the book give little hints and glimpses of the real story, with the real people that brought it together, but it's so subtle you'll kindly smile because they did this so well it doesn't interrupt the pacing of the book at all. Signed by Cass and Hewel, with the original fake library pouch~~VG/Good+ 1st ed 2006 hardback, unclipped DJ. As far as I can tell, this at least gets all the content right, even if the experience of leafing through that beautiful hardcover is lost. The band has shot to popularity in the UK following their debut album, Gorillaz , and have been named "World's Most Successful Virtual Band" according to the Guiness Book of Records.

The original idea for the book was to be a compilation of all press interviews with Gorillaz from phases one and two.Images Donate icon An illustration of a heart shape Donate Ellipses icon An illustration of text ellipses. Visually stunning and you can tell so much thought has gone into the design - extra little touches, like the gold foiling under the dust jacket, make it worth every penny for anyone who likes the Gorillaz, Jamie Hewlett or top notch design work.