Artists relation to the 'Culture Theory'

One Direction:

One Direction conform to the Adorno and Horkeimer culture theory since they were a mainstream band that was formed on the X-Factor. The band was sculpted by the show in order to fit the music industry and appeal to the public. Their music style is similar to the likes of 5 Seconds Of Summer, The vamps and Union J. Therefore, they lack in individuality and a unique sound since their songs and albums were created to fit into the current popular sound within the industry and to sell to a wide audience. 

Eminem:

Eminem doesn't conform to the theory since his music cannot be easily replicated by other artists, despite there being other rappers and musicians that have similar style none of them share the same qualities and attributes as Eminem does. Eminem didn't have the same support as artists that are discovered through talent competitions. Therefore, he had a lot more freedom to explore his own sound and he had to work a lot harder to get into the successful position that he's in today.