Lily Allen has criticised record labels for favouring “watered-down” music, and being fearful of taking risks on artists who are “experimental and brave”.

The singer discussed the “formulaic and predictable” state of the music industry in a recent interview with NME, suggesting that record companies and A&R people are causing frustration for artists when it comes to choosing singles.

"What pisses me off about music right now is the lack of support for being experimental and brave," she said. ...