Lead singer of the Rolling Stones Mick Jagger has hailed British music claiming it is in its healthiest state for some time.
The legendary frontman spoke out after British acts dominated the high profile Grammy ceremony. Nominated in a number of categories, British acts eventually scooped a stunning 16 trophy haul.
Amongst the British acts storming the charts in the United States are Coldplay, Amy Winehouse, James Blunt, Adele, Duffy, M.I.A. and many, many more. How long until the press dub it the ‘third British invasion’ or talk about the ‘special relationship’?
Jagger told British red top The Sun “with British acts doing so well at the Grammys last week it’s proving to be a great period for home-grown talent right now.”
“And what is so refreshing is the different styles that have been recognised — Coldplay, Duffy, Adele and Radiohead make up an eclectic bunch, proving there’s a lot of fresh British talent out there.”
“I like that these acts have paid their dues in the way we had to. There is certainly an upsurge of diverse Brit acts breaking through in the US and overseas — good to see it. Long may it continue.”
