Guwahati, September 10, 2026: Gorillaz, the world’s most successful virtual band, created by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett, add Guwahati as the third stop on their debut India tour. District, the going-out platform producing and exclusively ticketing The Mountain Tour, announced the band will perform at the Sarusajai Sports Complex (Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium) on January 31, 2027, in collaboration with Assam Tourism. This follows previously announced shows in Mumbai and Bengaluru, with the tour presented by Jameson Ginger Ale and powered by Mastercard.
The tour’s expansion to Guwahati brings the story of The Mountain album to a full circle. The band’s ninth studio album went looking for India in its collaborators and its influences, and now finds a new chapter here, culminating in a performance in the Northeast itself. Among the artists carrying the thread forward are Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, sons of the legendary sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan, whose contributions to The Mountain album place one of India’s most celebrated musical legacies at the centre of Gorillaz’ recent return to the global stage.
For audiences in Guwahati, the show also marks something distinct in how the pioneering musical phenomenon, and the world of animated band members 2D, Murdoc Niccals, Noodle, and Russel Hobbs, is experienced live. This world of Gorillaz is now brought to life for Indian audiences for the first time, by Gorillaz co-creators Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett, with Albarn joined onstage by the Gorillaz live band and some very special guest performers for a very special, live, in person experience.
Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett said, “We’re really looking forward to our first Indian shows. The album came to life in India and is shaped by the many incredible musicians we met and worked with around the country. It was always our ambition to bring The Mountain back. We can’t wait to perform and experience the energy in Mumbai, Bengaluru and now, Guwahati.”
Shri Kumar Padmapani Bora, Managing Director (MD) of the Assam Tourism Development Corporation (ATDC), said, “Assam is proud to welcome Gorillaz to Guwahati for their debut India tour. Hosting globally renowned artists not only enriches the cultural landscape of the region but also creates new opportunities for tourism, local businesses and the wider economy. We look forward to welcoming fans from across the country to experience the warmth and hospitality of Assam, while they witness this iconic band bring The Mountain Tour to life.”
Rahul Ganjoo, CEO, District, said, “Adding Guwahati to The Mountain Tour is something we’re incredibly proud of. It reflects our commitment to bringing world class live entertainment acts like Gorillaz to India. The Northeast has an incredibly passionate music community, and we can’t wait for the audiences to witness this historic debut live.”
The addition brings Gorillaz to the Northeast, a region where the appetite for large-scale live entertainment is growing rapidly and Guwahati is increasingly becoming a part of the conversation. The city’s readiness to host international productions at scale reflects sustained work by the Assam government and local authorities to build the infrastructure and support system that the live entertainment ecosystem demands.
The Mountain Tour India Schedule 2027:
- January 23, 2027 – District Arena @ Terraform, Bengaluru
- January 27, 2027 – Jio World Garden, BKC, Mumbai
- January 31, 2027 – Sarusajai Sports Complex (Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium), Guwahati
Exclusive pre-sale tickets for Mastercard cardholders will be live on the District app in two phases. The Mastercard 10% discount pre-sale will be live from 12 PM IST on Tuesday, 15 September 2026, until 12 PM IST on Thursday, 17 September 2026. This will be followed by the Mastercard access-only pre-sale, live from 12 PM IST on Thursday, 17 September 2026, until 12 PM IST on Sunday, 20 September 2026. Following this, general tickets for The Mountain Tour will be available exclusively on the District app from 1 PM IST on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
For more information about the show schedule and more, stay tuned on District’s social media (districtupdates) and the app.
About The Mountain:
The Mountain is Gorillaz’ ninth studio album, an expansive sonic landscape of instruments and sounds, richly layered with voices, melodies and addictive beats, spanning a collection of 15 songs that embody the very essence of Gorillaz’ collaborative ethos. The record features an extraordinary list of artists and collaborators including: Ajay Prasanna, Amaan & Ayaan Ali Bangash, Anoushka Shankar, Asha Bhosle, Asha Puthli, Bizarrap, Black Thought, Gruff Rhys, IDLES, Jalen Ngonda, Johnny Marr, Kara Jackson, Omar Souleyman, Paul Simonon, Sparks, Trueno and Yasiin Bey; as well as the voices of friends and collaborators who have gone before us, including Bobby Womack, Dave Jolicoeur, Dennis Hopper, Mark E Smith, Proof and Tony Allen. The Mountain is a playlist for a party on the border between this world and whatever happens next, exploring the journey of life and the thrill of existence.
About Gorillaz:
Created by musician Damon Albarn and artist Jamie Hewlett, singer 2D, bassist Murdoc Niccals, drummer Russel Hobbs and Japanese guitar prodigy Noodle, Gorillaz were formed following a collision of mishaps, meetings and pure luck to seize the title of biggest virtual band in the world with the release of their eponymous debut album Gorillaz in 2001. Based at Kong Studios in West London, the band settled into a life of musical innovation with an extraordinary roster of collaborators, a list that includes musical legends, geniuses and future stars from Elton John to Little Simz, MF Doom to Jean-Michel Jarre, Grace Jones to Bad Bunny, Kali Uchis to Sidiki Diabaté, plus so many more. Gorillaz is a truly global phenomenon, achieving success in entirely new and unique ways, touring the world and winning numerous awards including the coveted Jim Henson Creativity Honor, along the way. The band is recognised by The Guinness Book Of World Records as the planet’s Most Successful Virtual Act
The band has released nine studio albums: Gorillaz (2001), Demon Days (2005), Plastic Beach (2010), The Fall (2011), Humanz (2017), The Now Now (2018), Song Machine: Season One – Strange Timez (2020), Cracker Island (2023) and The Mountain (2026).
About District:
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