Me circa 2004 in my bedroom. Taken by a photographer for the New York Times (don't ask) wearing a fisherman's cap backwards, purple glasses and a t shirt I'd designed myself for a band I was in. Feel free to judge the decor of my room also.3mo ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/blunderyears
Me (on the left) in the alt. indie band I started at 16. We were called Forks of the Credit, yes that small lad was our drummer, yes he had to leave to study for his exams, no we weren't very good.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/blunderyears
So the Primark in Birmingham lets you print your own Disney t shirts. Suffice to say I'll no longer be welcome at that store in the future.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/CasualUK
Found this sign while on holiday in Wales one summer. The art looks okay but something isn't quite right.3yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/familyguy
Back when I was at secondary school there used to be a stand in their library with free postcards (a handy way to advertise stuff to teens). One week they had a bunch of Gorillaz ones promoting the debut album, so of course I picked up the whole set.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Before Demon Days was announced there was Reject False Icons, a project started by Gorillaz in wake of the pop music culture at the time. As well as the song Rockit there was a website where you could join the cause by ordering free stickers to put about the place. I still have a small number.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Early image of the band. At this point they were called Gorilla after a line from the Blur song On Your Own (Damon has said the tune was the genesis of the band). As well as a different look for the members, Paula is seen as guitarist, as well as an ape as short-lived additional percussion.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
The closest Blur ever got to sounding like Gorillaz, this Japan exclusive 2CD set features some really far out remixes, including a 15 minute version of 'On Your Own' (the track Damon has cited as being the birth of the idea behind the animated group).4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Starting tomorrow I think we should do a week long celebration to mark the 10 year anniversary of Plastic beach! Lets focus on PB related posts, videos, pictures, thoughts on the lore, phase 3 knick knacks, remixes, bootlegs ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING! Let's give this album the party it deserves!4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Was going through some of my old photos today and came across this delightful slice of cringe from Xmas 2005. I was 18 and had just got my hands on some fresh Gorillaz merch, making the afternoon a photo session up in my room lol. I still have it, bit faded now though.3yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Haven't posted in while, so here's a little something to chuckle over. This is me in my room post Phase 1. Note the band posters (including Gorillaz), the Damon haircut and 2D pose. It was around this time that I joined the G-Forum and started drawing fellow members in a Gorillaz style... fun times4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
15 year old me spending time on the old Gorillaz forum. Could this photo be any more 00's?!4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Wallpaper art from the 'Plastic Beach' era. For the life of me I can't remember where I got this from, but I'm pretty sure it must have come from the site while playing the mini game.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Some of my Gorillaz posters (the on at the top-middle I've had since I was 12).4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Fun Fact: In the original storyboard for the 'Clint Eastwood' music video the director was going to pop up at the end showing us that this was all done on a set.3yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Jane the Killer cosplay by Raara Kitsune (Photo by Crestfall Photography)4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/creepypasta
After my post from yesterday caught a fair bit of interest I thought I'd do an updated version nearly 20 year on. Think it's pretty safe to say I no longer look like Damon.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Target Practice. [Cosplayer Meg Shirley. Photo by Crestfall Photography/Me]4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/doctorwho
Back when era2 was just getting under-way I managed to get my hands on a recording of the Demon Detour (might have been through the unofficial site). I burnt it onto a CD and made my own cover art for the case. Still got it in my collection today, makes for a great bootleg. :)4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Just finished watching series 2 of the BBC show 'Ghosts' on iPlayer and I have to say it was well worth the wait! Heartwarming & hilarious it's a must see for anyone who loves British comedy. No word yet on a Series 3 but apparently it's getting an xmas special!3yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/CasualUK
What has 2 thumbs and a brand new official Gorillaz face mask? THIS GUY!3yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
Paul McGann very kindly posed for my Comic Book Covers project last month. After seeing him perform as the Doctor all those years ago it was amazing to finally meet him, let alone have him take part in something I've been working on since late 2016!4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/doctorwho
When you're bored so decide to do low shots of your collection to make it seem more imposing.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/Cd_collectors
Decided to make a little something for U2 fans to help raise their spirits in this hard time. Over the last few weeks I've made 6 mixes documenting the best of U2. Singles, b-sides, deep cuts, live tracks and more! Link in the comments!4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/U2Band
Took this photo a few weeks ago. Guess which bus actually arrived? (spoilers, it was none of them).3mo ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/brum
Longtime fans of Gorillaz, what are your favourite memories of the old Flash Sites and it's community from around that time? [Pictured - me in 2004 on the official Gorillaz forum]4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
This 4-track promo was given out exclusively with the debut album in France and features b-sides from the recent singles. This is also the only release to feature the FULL LENGTH version of The Sounder, originally a b-side for 'Rock The House'.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/gorillaz
This week 4 years ago I snapped Industrial artist Mortiis as part of a piece from IVM. It was to be the last time I'd do something as a music journalist, but what I way to bow out!4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/industrialmusic
Last year for my partner's birthday I made her a mixtape featuring rare & fan U2 remixes (titled 'Songs of Reluctance). To go alongside it I recreated the covers up to 'ATYCLB' featuring her and made a large print out of it (based on a poster she has on her wall).4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/U2Band
Me in my room a couple of years before the emo craze kicked off. Was the only style that suited me as I grew my hair out.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/blunderyears
Menswear; a band so Britpop they only released their 2nd album in Japan.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/BritPop
Got some awesome Chemical Brothers socks in the post today made by a company called Stereo Socks! :D3yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/chemicalbrothers
Cassette of 'Little L' turned up in the post today. Only thing from 'F.O.' era I'm missing is the vinyl formats, but I think I'll get the shiny promos too. Might also spend the next year collecting Jamiroquai on tape as it'll give me a hit of nostalgia.4yr ⋅ Val_Victorious ⋅ r/jamiroquai
