GOLDFRAPP TAKE OWNERSHIP OF THEIR PIONEERING WAYS

Goldfrapp have influenced many artists. Even Madonna is a fan, but not everyone in the world considers them a household name. The band have come forward as"pioneers" of the current popularity of electro-pop music. The duo, who recently released their fifth LP Head First, said there's no mistaking their influences in the work of artists such as Little Boots and Florence and the Machine. When asked by Gay Times if they thought they had inspired a new wave of female artists, Alison Goldfrapp said: "Yeah, although I don't think anyone else regards us a pioneers. I really don't know." She added, "I think definitely those new ladies have taken something from our camp and that's inspired them, Little Boots, Florence and the Machine, especially in the imagery. Everyone is a magpie. Everyone is looking for something. If it sparkles a little bit, they'll have it." Will Gregory, the other member of the band who stays mostly in the shadows, added: "I mean, things come around, there was Blondie, Madonna, they were up there doing their thing, strong female presences. We haven't got agendas, we've just got songs to write." As usual, Head First takes off in a completely different direction than their last album. Each of their cds have had distinct moods and sounds and it's become customary to expect something unusual from the band. They embark on their summer tour soon here in the U.S. and I have the pleasure of seeing them June 23rd. Can't wait!!! [source]