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Robbie Williams calls for new rebellious music movement

Solo star Robbie Williams has stated that Britain needs a new music movement that will appeal to an angry public.

The pop singer’s comments reveal his attitude towards the British music scene and how acts are failing to reflect the current social climate.

Reminiscing about the ‘90s Williams said: “There has not been that same spirit ever since, I don’t think.”

The ex-Take That band member also made reference to music genres of decades gone by and political music acts he admires: “Once, you’d go from mod to new romantic to punk, and then rave and then guitar, and then... nothing.”

He questioned, “Where are the Billy Bragg’s and The Clashes?”

The ‘Angels’ soloist believes that the present political environment is ripe for inspiring new defiant artists: “I think there is plenty to rebel against right now, especially with what is happening with the world, with how people are being treated by governments and the recession. Normally this is the time of great upheaval and great voices that rise and say, ‘No we are not f***ing having this’.”

However, Williams was aware that his comments may be viewed as hypocritical as he joked: “Not that I’m doing anything about it, I’m in a mansion in Los Angeles. What do I know?”

Robbie Williams was recently confirmed as having joined the line-up at the Capital FM Summertime Ball. The star-studded event takes place on June 9. 


 

 

Watch Robbie Williams' video 'Different' below: