I've never understood the mindset that some #music fans have about an artist when they become successful. If they're still putting out music that engages, challenges, and yes - entertains you - that's a good thing. There's a difference between "selling out" & being popular.
Being popular would seem to mean that people are aware of you, discuss you, and enjoy your music.
I recall a period of time where Alternative/Goth bands/artists would say "I don't want to be popular." OK, you want to be GOOD at what you do, I get it. Still not a bad thing.
