Is Metal Dying??
Recent discussions with a fellow axe slinger friend of mine and ex guitarist for VENOM told me that metal was dying a slow death and that's why he opted out for a better gig...I told him he was nuts. Now he plays with Daryll Hall. Do you believe the metal genre is on the way out? Are we a dying breed? Or is metal still as big as ever? Sometimes I don't know what to think....but I'm a metal head until I drop!
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Permalink Reply by Nerine Dorman on -
I think the future of metal will lie in artists creating new markets for themselves, also by looking for ways for the genre to evolve. Social networking has definitely changed the face of how musicians market themselves. It's a case of being creative in marketing in how they present themselves. Also, looking at collaborations and unusual ways to put the music out there. For instance, here in my country, an author put out an ebook that had an embedded soundtrack that played while people read the novel. Now, that's exciting. A lot of her fans were then exposed to bands they'd never heard of. That's just one example. Metal bands could also look at the indie film industry and collaborate with the filmmakers, many of whom I'm sure would be excited to have a song or two to use in their movies. Sorry... I come from an advertising/media background so I'd probably think up a hundred different interesting ideas...
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Permalink Reply by MoGo on -
I don't think metal will ever die. Just as long as there are always enthusiasts who enjoy the music and spread the word, I think metal will stay around. There are certainly classical music, big band, or jazz enthusiasts (for example) who continue to create music and turn people on.
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Permalink Reply by redrum on -
No, metal is not dying. I can understand why the ex Venom guitarist would say that, though.
Because metal isn't the same as it was in his day. Back then, metal was new.
I don't believe metal will die as long as we have little headbangers (kids) listening to it.
They're the future of heavy metal just like everything else.
I think it's a great idea to get your kids or younger family members into metal.
Before you know it, they'll be wanting to play the guitar or drums. That's even better.
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Permalink Reply by APHND NEWS on -
No I think Venom had its day.
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Permalink Reply by Scary Carrie on -
I hope not. I'm putting out a metal album with my book. That will seriously cramp my style if so. I think it's a demographics thing. Metal seems to be alive and well over yonder. And here? C'mon. The biggest problem with bands is exposure. Derek and Sal can tell you that. The way to get exposure is to be creative. Piggyback with authors. Make videos. YouTube is very useful in such things because of the cross reference. It's a big sea out there now with everyone capable of self-production of creative works. You have to stand out.
Also, want to add that metal has always been the black dog (err sheep) of rock and roll anyways. It wouldn't be cool if it wasn't. ;)
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Permalink Reply by Scary Carrie on
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Yup. Ditto that. We're thinking on the same wavelength. I had an argument with a metal buddy of mine over wine about how it is not necessary to tour at first if you're clever in your marketing. There's so many tools out there. You just have to do a little research.
Nerine Dorman said:
I think the future of metal will lie in artists creating new markets for themselves, also by looking for ways for the genre to evolve. Social networking has definitely changed the face of how musicians market themselves. It's a case of being creative in marketing in how they present themselves. Also, looking at collaborations and unusual ways to put the music out there. For instance, here in my country, an author put out an ebook that had an embedded soundtrack that played while people read the novel. Now, that's exciting. A lot of her fans were then exposed to bands they'd never heard of. That's just one example. Metal bands could also look at the indie film industry and collaborate with the filmmakers, many of whom I'm sure would be excited to have a song or two to use in their movies. Sorry... I come from an advertising/media background so I'd probably think up a hundred different interesting ideas...
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Permalink Reply by Matt Brown on -
In my opinion, I think it does not matter what kind of music genre. A good song that captures the heart is what it takes to break through. I think it is important to have something to say as an artist, something honest and real. The days of wizards and knights with swords may be over!
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Permalink Reply by Mike Hastings on -
metal will be around for a long time, and i believe that APHND will help carry the torch for a long time coming
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Permalink Reply by APHND NEWS on
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You could be right, but 3 Inches of Blood and Dragonforce seem to be doing well. Venom however has been around forever, and as you put it, may not be writing music these days that captures the heart. But great post, in the end- great music is great music and it all starts with perspective.
Matt Brown said:
In my opinion, I think it does not matter what kind of music genre. A good song that captures the heart is what it takes to break through. I think it is important to have something to say as an artist, something honest and real. The days of wizards and knights with swords may be over!
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Permalink Reply by Holly Ellenbecker on -
I don't think metal is dying...it's changing and evolving into different sounds...but definitely not dying. Look at all the different types of metals out there...and all around the world as well.
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Permalink Reply by Keith Brunner on -
Metal will never die the day you start beliveing it, is when your know longer a metal head.There is always a metal band out there trying to leave its mark its upto the people to keep a ear out and be part of the scene by going out to your local scenes and supporting.Spreading the word.Here is a few rock,metal bands in my area you should check out -EndAll--Ruins Of Akora--DoomsDay Prophecy- -Darkness Decends-.I got hurt at my job and have been out of work for a year.I still find away to go out to shows.I will always support and create and be apart of the music scene till the day I die.All I have to say is dont belive what other people say.Know in your heart that metal will always live on cause my heart is full of metal.Later metal heads!
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