One of the best things about this past weekend’s Riot Fest in Chicago was the generational cross-section printed on the bill, and the warm reception that the veteran artists were treated to, many of whom were the founders of their respective genres. Making his Riot Fest debut was British icon Paul Weller -- known to many as the “Modfather” -- who felt that love.
“I think it’s been brilliant, great crowd,” he told Billboard backstage, adding the only artist he got to see was a bit of Wu-Tang Clan. But being around so many diverse acts, from Wu Tang to Slayer, does motivate him.
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