I hope we can keep doing it this way – making music and art that are pure products of our influences while not really having to let the whole celebrity side of it get in the way. Then maybe more virtual bands will come out and do the same thing.
Meaning of the quote
Damon Albarn, an English musician, hopes that artists can continue to create music and art that are inspired by their influences, without letting the fame and celebrity aspect get in the way. He thinks that if artists focus on the art itself rather than the fame, more "virtual bands" (bands that exist only online or through digital media) will emerge and do the same thing.
About Damon Albarn
Damon Albarn is an English singer, musician, songwriter, and record producer best known as the frontman of the band Blur and the co-creator of the virtual band Gorillaz. He has had a prolific and diverse career, contributing to numerous musical projects and genres over the years.
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