Is heavy metal evil ?

I think dark and evil music is a satirical reflection of society. Slayer, ozzy, danzig, manson, back to the clasics like sabbath and alice. It's always the balance of being shunned and alienated compared to being above the influence of what your told to be and being prepared to point out things that you see as the crumbling of decency.

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SW-User

You have touched on a topic I was thinking about...not exactly the same but getting there. I was thinking about why we choose the music we do and how that works for or against us.
I don't think I'd say all heavy metal is evil, but it's not the type of music I listen to a lot. Mostly, I think the lyrics that go with any type of song can be a good or bad thing. I don't listen to a lot of heavy metal... just not my thing for the most part. I take a look at the message given with a song and also how it makes me feel when listening. I want music that isn't about negativity, but I do get my moments. lol

Notanymore · 41-45, M

@SW-User i think the negativity helps with the frustration and anger. Just like the angst of grunge helped with feelings of alienation and isolation or the way sad songs help us relate to heartache and make us feel better. But that's just my opinion.

SW-User

@Notanymore I agree. I also know if I listen to negative or sad songs too much, I just stay sad or down instead of getting past things.

Notanymore · 41-45, M

@SW-User i understand where you're coming from there.