MICK JAGGER knows a bit about British invasions.
The ROLLING STONES stormed the American charts in the Sixties when the term was first coined to describe UK music dominating in the States.
And with the Brit Awards just days away, the rock legend has paid tribute to our triumphant musicians after our domination of the Grammys a week ago, where we scooped 16 top gongs.
Mick thinks this is one of the best EVER times for British music — and he ruled rock for five decades.
He told me: “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.”
I’ve got a good feeling about Wednesday’s Brits.
It has come at a perfect time to celebrate a fantastic era in British music.
After our Grammys domination we should be proud of our bands’ success at home and abroad.
And there can be no doubt that we are witnessing the third British invasion of America.
The first wave was led by rock ’n’ roll acts such as THE BEATLES and Mick’s Stones in the Sixties.
The next was the new wave and electro acts such as DURAN DURAN, CULTURE CLUB and PET SHOP BOYS — the Outstanding Contribution winners at this year’s Brits.
But this time our successes are from a wide range of musical genres.
And I can’t wait to toast them all at Wednesday’s bash.
- Gordon Smart
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