Damon Albarn Criticizes The Rolling Stones for Sydney Sweeney's Portrayal

The music world is buzzing with Damon Albarn's recent disapproval of The Rolling Stones. The acclaimed British musician, known for leading bands such as Blur and Gorillaz, has expressed his dissatisfaction with the iconic rock band's treatment of actress Sydney Sweeney in their latest music video. Albarn accuses the Stones of objectifying the 'Euphoria' star, which he considers completely inappropriate.

Albarn's Take on The Rolling Stones' Representation of Women

In an interview conducted in France, Albarn, 55, discussed his perspective on The Rolling Stones' new track and accompanying visuals. He highlighted the portrayal of Sweeney, who at 26 is shown suggestively lying atop a moving car, wearing revealing clothing with star-shaped cut-outs and experiencing repeated close-ups of her cleavage. Albarn conveys his dismay at such objectification in mainstream media.

Contributions to Hackney and Musical Authenticity

Further in the discussion, Albarn shared his thoughts on the band's engagement with Hackney, his family's residence. Albarn is irked by the Stones' alleged lack of contribution to the London borough, despite their recent album titled 'Hackney Diamonds' and a release show at the Hackney Empire. He extends his criticism of the Rolling Stones by suggesting they have deteriorated as artists over the years, contrasting their long-standing image with the varied experiences he claims to have had in his own career. Albarn laments what he sees as an absence of evolution and joy in the Stones' music-making.

Previous Criticisms and The Music Industry

It is noteworthy that Albarn has a history of being outspoken about his industry colleagues. In the previous year, he was in the news for his criticism of Taylor Swift, claiming she didn't write her music—comments that Swift herself branded as 'completely false' on social media.

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