http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2006/1/26/nation/13208028
Now, if one was trying to make the argument that black metal is a musical style and is not required to be satanic, OK.
But saying "there is no satanism or cults involved with Black Metal"?
Is this guy a giant idiot or is he just covering his ass trying to 'save' black metal from the government?
Even if he was trying to protect the music, "I think the authorities should really define what 'Black Metal' means" is a reprehensible thing to say.
Now, one of the most inspiring things I have ever read is "Not even in the face of Armageddon. Never compromise." I'm married, so I obviously don't live this 100%, but it's an ideal.
A question of art and integrity: If you play satanic black metal, and you mean it, do you stop just because it's made illegal?
Now, if one was trying to make the argument that black metal is a musical style and is not required to be satanic, OK.
But saying "there is no satanism or cults involved with Black Metal"?
Is this guy a giant idiot or is he just covering his ass trying to 'save' black metal from the government?
Even if he was trying to protect the music, "I think the authorities should really define what 'Black Metal' means" is a reprehensible thing to say.
Now, one of the most inspiring things I have ever read is "Not even in the face of Armageddon. Never compromise." I'm married, so I obviously don't live this 100%, but it's an ideal.
A question of art and integrity: If you play satanic black metal, and you mean it, do you stop just because it's made illegal?