Blur star slams Blunt

Former Blur star Graham Coxon has blasted newcomer James Blunt as bland and uninspiring, comparing his sentimental songs to trite greetings cards.

The scathing guitarist, now a solo artist, is convinced the You're Beautiful hitmaker needs an edgier sound to ensure his success continues.

He says: "There's no humour in his music and there doesn't seem to be much depth.

"It's the sort of thing you'd write on a card if you were sending flowers."