The bursting of Britpop's bubble has left the UK's rock scene in
the doldrums. A&R's and hacks alike twiddle thumbs, wondering
why nothing's happening. For one thing, Britpop's make-it-big
triumphalism has virtually obliterated the independent ideal.
Another reason is that all the purely musical intellect around
has entered the dance arena, leaving rock to those whose only
virtuosity is auto-hype and... More >>>