Kasabian 'berate lack of real rock bands'

Kasabian guitarist Serge Pizzorno has claimed that there is a shortage of "proper rock 'n' roll bands" in the UK since Oasis split.

The 28-year-old affirmed his belief that his group and the Arctic Monkeys are the sole remaining rockers in the country.

Speaking to Click Liverpool, Pizzorno said: "We never actually said we were the biggest band in the UK but what we did say is that now with Oasis splitting up, there aren't many proper rock 'n' roll bands left. Can you name one?

"There are only us and the Arctic Monkeys. All the rest of them have released s**t albums or didn't care enough in the first place."

He went on to slam reality talent contest The X Factor, adding: "It goes over my head to be honest – I've no interest whatever. It's for kids and I know my sister's kids swear by it so why should I have an opinion? When they get older I'll play them some Hendrix or some Amon Duul – that's my job!"

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