As well as finding time in their schedule to speak to us for our May cover story , Gorillaz reconnected with some of the esteemed guests from Humanz for a series of quick catch ups about studio methods, Britpop power struggles and Brooklyn royalty.

Russel hits up NYC fashionista Zebra Katz

You’ve got some wild features on the album. How did you feel when Gorillaz first reached out to collaborate with you, and what did you think of the Sex Murder Party beat when you first heard it?

When producer Twilite Tone first reached out to me about the project I didn’t think much would come out of the initial studio session we had in Williamsburg. After the overall shock and awe of it all, I had another sessions with Damon and the Gorillaz team in London, and then again in Jamaica where I heard Sex Murder Party for the first time. My first impression after hearing it was ‘ohhhhh lets go!’. I was feeling the vibe and inspiration behind how the title came about.

Everyone was wylin’ out on that track. How would you describe the vibe of your verse?

My verse is an ode to all the loves in your life that left you high and dry. It’s about that wallflower in the corner of the party who calmly watches the chaos unfold. Other than yourself, which featured artist on Humanz has the dopest fashion style?

You sure do know how to make a black thang blush. I wouldn’t know what style and performance were without Grace Jones. Grace is my everything!

I feel like I made some of my best stuff when I was literally possessed by the spirits of other MCs. Have you ever felt like you’re possessed by the spirit of someone else?

Each time I hit the stage or begin the writing process I evoke the four corners and summon some divine spirit from a past life or nearby portal to another dimension. It feels good to black-out from reality and let the divine muse inspire and take over.

I was born in Brooklyn. Who’s the best Brooklyn rapper of all time?

All hail Queen Pen!