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When it comes to musical collaborations, Damon Albarn has something of the Midas Touch. It’s no surprise then that when the ex-Blur frontman decided to embark on a third Gorillaz album there were no shortage of musicians to offer their services. In contrast to the usual bunch of obscure producers and B listers who get roped into such projects, Plastic Beach features an impressive and diverse array of musical luminaries such as Mark E Smith, Bobby Womack, Snoop Dogg, and Lou Reed. There is also a welcome re-union between Mick Jones and Paul Simonon of the Clash, their first since 1981’s Combat Rock album.