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Gorillaz to Launch House of Kong Exhibition in Los Angeles
12/3/2025, 11:24:25 PM
Overview of the Exhibition and Concerts
The British virtual band Gorillaz is set to open an immersive exhibition titled House of Kong in Downtown Los Angeles from February 26 to March 19, 2026. Following a successful run in London, this exhibition will be hosted at Rolling Greens DTLA and will offer fans a unique journey through the band's history and artistic evolution. Tickets for the exhibition are currently available for presale, starting at $39.50, with general sales commencing on December 10, 2025.
In conjunction with the exhibition, Gorillaz will perform two exclusive shows at the Hollywood Palladium on February 22 and 23, 2026. These concerts will feature the band performing their upcoming album, The Mountain, in its entirety, including tracks like “The Manifesto” featuring Trueno and Proof, “The Happy Dictator” featuring Sparks, and the latest single “The God of Lying” featuring Idles.
Ticketing Information
Fans who purchase tickets to the House of Kong exhibition will gain presale access to the Hollywood Palladium shows, beginning on December 9, 2025. This initiative aims to provide fans with a fair opportunity to secure tickets, as Gorillaz will utilize Ticketmaster’s Face Value Exchange, allowing tickets to be resold only at their original price.
Concept and Development of House of Kong
The House of Kong exhibition is a collaborative effort involving Gorillaz co-founder Damon Albarn, artist Jamie Hewlett, and creative director Stephen Gallagher of the studio SWEAR. Gallagher emphasized that the exhibition is not merely a retrospective but an audio-visual artwork designed to reflect on the band's past while paving the way for future endeavors. He stated, “House of Kong is not a retrospective, it’s an audio-visual artwork; an installation that takes a glance backwards in order to identify the path ahead.”
Criticism & Opposition
While the exhibition and concerts have generated excitement among fans, some critics may question the commercialization of the band's artistic legacy through ticketed events. However, specific dissenting voices have not been prominently featured in the sources.
Verbatim Quotes
- “House of Kong is not a retrospective, it’s an audio-visual artwork; an installation that takes a glance backwards in order to identify the path ahead.” — Stephen Gallagher, Creative Director
- “It’s an honour to have been part of the Gorillaz family over the last 8 years. The outpouring of music and art that I have found myself immersed in, has changed my life. I hope that some of that comes across in this show. This is no ordinary exhibition because in the world of Gorillaz, nothing is ever quite as it seems…” — Stephen Gallagher, Creative Director
Conclusion
The House of Kong exhibition promises to be a significant cultural event for Gorillaz fans, blending immersive art with live music. As the band prepares to unveil their new album and showcase their artistic journey, the anticipation surrounding these events continues to grow.
