#613 The Beatles never would’ve done “punk” because they’re like “well, we know more than 3 chords”
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Exploring Metal Music, Skillet's Resurgence, and Judgments on Musical Tastes
This chapter delves into the perception and critique of metal music, discussions around the band Skillet's Christian background and resurgence in popularity, and the critique of conservative figures dismissing metal and jazz. It further explores the notion of expressing negative opinions about a genre without understanding it and delves into the authenticity of an individual's cultural consumption choices. The chapter also compares the societal reactions to genres like metal and punk, touches on the music of Steely Dan, and discusses the labeling of conservatism as the new punk rock, debunking myths around LGBTQ individuals in the punk scene.
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