Most ‘Metal’ Clothing Brands are Posers
Most ‘Metal’ Clothing Brands are Posers: Let’s get one thing straight right from the start: most so-called “metal” clothing brands are an absolute joke. Yeah, I said it. And I’m
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Sexism and Misogyny in the Metal Scene: The Ugly Truth We Can’t Ignore
Metal is rebellion. It's the sound of defiance, the voice of the outcasts, and the culture of the nonconformists. From its birth in the gritty underworld of the ‘70s to
The Appropriation of Gothic and Metal Culture in Mainstream Fashion
Gothic and metal cultures, once the domain of the underground, have experienced a significant surge in mainstream popularity over the past few years. What was once considered a niche and
Misanthropy: The Dark Lens Through Which Metalheads View the World
Misanthropy is a concept that resonates deeply within the metal community. It's not just a word, but a mindset that has found a home in the hearts of many metalheads
Modern Metal Lacks the Edge
The raw power and unfiltered emotion that once defined metal are fading into oblivion. As someone who's lived and breathed metal through its golden eras, I can't help but lament
Festival History: Time to Rock Festival 2024
The summer sun is a scorching sentinel, heralding the arrival of the most anticipated event in every metalhead's calendar: Time to Rock Festival 2024. This year, the festival promises an
Metal Isn’t Just Screaming
Metal. The very word conjures up images of thundering guitars, pounding drums, and yes, intense vocal deliveries that many dismiss as mere screaming. But to reduce metal to just "screaming
The Pit Reflects Society: How the Chaos of the Mosh Pit Mirrors Humanity
If you’ve ever stood at the edge of a mosh pit, watching the swirling chaos unfold, you’ve likely felt a mixture of fascination and terror. The pit is a brutal
Brutal Assault 2025: A Festival That Will Rip Your Soul Apart
Every August, the fortress walls of Josefov become the epicenter of an annual bloodbath. No, not a real one (yet), but one that invades your senses and leaves you begging