music

greetings to all,

Tis Demon, and I would like to discuss the subject of music and satanisim. I read somewhere here (I read a lot of posts to catch up, so I do not remember exactly where) that most music that represents satanisim is all metal. May I start by saying I am not disagreeing with that statement, but would like to further the point from that of experiance. I am a musicain of many years (got first guitar at age 5), and play many instruments (guitar is my main focus and passion). Also, I have been trained in studio producion and sound engineering, and live sound set up. Basically, I've done it all from playiong to roadie to production, etc. this said so that my statements will not be taken as that of someone without prior knowledge of the industry.

Back to the point of things, most of what we hear and see of bands that represnt satanism is mostly shock rock. Great examples include "Marilyn Manson", "Slayer", all use it as a gimmick. Actually, the singer of Slayer is actually a Roman Chathlic (how about that, huh. So much for Reign in Blood, and Hell awaits). Other bands such as "King Diamond" are actually a part of the "Church of Satan" (LaVey, for those of whom were unaware). A real representation of satanism appears to have been lost in the mainstream of opposition and greed. In other words, many groups that do represent satanism is a truly positive light (as in they are actually worshipers themselves) are underground music, or simply do not state such a fact. It is not widely accepted to be a satanist, thus a crushing blow to one's career in the music industry (that is if one wishes to become "mainstream"; be supported by a major label).

Anyways, I intended for this be an open ended conversation, and do encourage anyone to extend thier experiance, knowledge, or even just opinions on the subject.
as always, I do appreciate everyone's time in reading and hope that it was found to be both enertaining and enlightening.

Thank you all, Demon

Hail to our Father