Monkey see, monkey do

The thing about music nowadays (indie/rock anyway) is that the British are [as they have many times been] much better than the American. 
Yes - I am generalizing to the point I'm almost stereotyping American/British Popular (not populist!) Music.
Now that I'm listening to AM's new album, and watching their most recent videos, it's clear to me how the U.S. can easily "swallow" one's individuality and/or personality. 
Alex is young. He'll move back to 0114.