The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #125001 Message #2764914
Posted By: Lox
12-Nov-09 - 01:17 PM
Thread Name: Sting calls X Factor Karaoke
Subject: RE: Sting calls X Factor Karaoke
WAV,
That wiki link isn't reliable.
I dispute the idea that pop music comes from america.
I think its roots are far more complex than that.
Apart from that I think sting has done a good thing.
Richard thompson made the same point on BBC Hardtalk, but with less impact as he is less of a mainstream artist so less people are likely to pay attention.
It is good that the credibility of these shows is questioned in a way that causes the public to question them and to consider the alternatives.
Like or loath sting, his comments are correct and useful.