Irish boy-band Westlife, who are leaving the music industry after their forthcoming tour comes to a close, have spoken out about what they think is the problem with today’s pop scene.
Speaking in an interview with MUZU.TV, Kian explained that music has become ‘too cool’ and ‘samey’ with everyone diluting what they are doing rather than in the 80s, 90s and 00s when there were distinct types of music including big power ballads and great rock bands.
Continuing this notion, Mark announced that they believe that the market is being ‘flooded’ by too many similar songs with the same beat. The band also believes that there is “definitely a gap for a big mainstream pop act; ….with Lady Gaga and Rihanna being more edgy.”
The band did, however, show respect to those who were doing their own thing - revealing a supportive stance towards talented singer/songwriters like Ed Sheeran and Lana Del Ray, whose “talents will always shine through.” Mark then went on to say that he does not think that “anyone from this year’s X Factor will change the face of music”.
MUZU.TV spoke about Westlife and how they will miss the talent of Westlife when they disappear after their farewell tour.
“Westlife has been at the top of the industry for 14 years and is one of a handful of boy bands that have lasted the test of time. In Kian’s words they stuck to what they knew they were good at instead of being a band that follows other peoples’ trends.
“It is refreshing to hear some clear and honest opinions on where they think music is now and where it needs to go in the future. The boys have also been fantastic for promoting Irish music and they will be sorely missed.”
If you're a Westlife fan, check the dates and details below to get yourself a pair of tickets to their farewell tour - it'll be your last chance to see them EVER!
Westlife UK & Ireland Tour Dates are as follows:
Mon May 14th 2012 - Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tue May 15th 2012 - Liverpool Echo Arena, Liverpool
Thu May 17th 2012 - Cardiff Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff
Fri May 18th 2012 - Cardiff Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff
Sat May 19th 2012 - Sheffield Motorpoint Arena, Sheffield
Sun May 20th 2012 - NEC - LG Arena, Birmingham
Tue May 22nd 2012 - Nottingham Arena, Nottingham
Wed May 23rd 2012 - The O2 Arena, London
Thu May 24th 2012 - The O2 Arena, London
Sat May 26th 2012 - Manchester Evening News Arena, Manchester
Sun May 27th 2012 - SECC, Glasgow
Tue June 5th 2012 - Nottingham Arena, Nottingham
Thu June 7th 2012 - The O2 Arena, London
Fri June 8th 2012 - NEC - LG Arena, Birmingham
Sat June 9th 2012 - Manchester Evening News Arena, Manchester
Mon June 11th 2012 - Cardiff Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff
Tue June 12th 2012 - Sheffield Motorpoint Arena, Sheffield
Wed June 13th 2012 - Liverpool Echo Arena, Liverpool
Fri June 15th 2012 - Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sat June 16th 2012 - SECC, Glasgow
Sun June 17th 2012 - SECC, Glasgow
Fri June 22nd 2012 - Croke Park Stadium, Dublin
Sat June 23rd 2012 - Croke Park Stadium, Dublin
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