A Classic Band

Here's some controversial propositions about the Sugababes:

• the same band performed Overload as recorded Catfights and Spotlights;
• this band has produced a sound unlike anything else in the 21st century or the previous century. It may consist of three young women but that doesn't mean it's a typical "girl band";
• this music is by far better and more interesting than anything else produced this century (I said controversial!);
• the band has always been more than just three young women and has attracted song-writing and production talent throughout its career;
• the five women who have sung for it have each contributed remarkable individual voices - from Keisha's soul/gospel sound to Siobhan's Celtic lilt.

Here's an uncontroversial proposition: the Sugababes have proved more durable and long-lasting than any other female band in the last 50 years.

This means it's time for an end to gossipy talk of splits and come-backs. This band deserves respect just like you'd give to a classic band like the Rolling Stones or U2. One Touch and Angels are classic albums - this is a band from whom you always want to hear more. It's time they were given the space to go off and produce some more classic albums...