Damon Albarn said modern day popstars are just singing 'platitudes ' The singer also criticised the way pop music is marketed to young people, saying it has become a "commodity that sells itself and its fans short in order to make money for record labels and artists". Albarn spoke as Blur prepared to release first full length album in 10 years . Comments likely to be picked up by people critical of modern day stars such as Taylor Swift and Sam Smith , known for music about relationships .
Damon Albarn said modern day popstars are just singing 'platitudes ' He called for performers to use music to comment about current issues . Albarn spoke as Blur prepared to release first full length album in 10 years . Comments likely to be picked up by people critical of modern day stars such as Taylor Swift and Sam Smith , known for music about relationships .