Death Metal Music: The Passion and Politics of a SubcultureMcFarland, 17 de set. 2015 - 242 pàgines Death Metal is among the most despised forms of violently themed entertainment. Many politicians, conservative groups and typical Americans attribute youth violence and the destruction of social values to such entertainment. The usual assumptions about the Death Metal scene and its fans have rarely been challenged. This book investigates the demographic trends, attitudes, philosophical beliefs, ethical systems, and behavioral patterns within the scene, seeking to situate death metal in the larger social order. The Death Metal community proves to be a useful microcosm for much of American subculture and lends insight into the psychological and social functions of many forbidden or illicit entertainment forms. The author's analysis, rich in interviews with rock stars, radio hosts, and average adolescent fans, provides a key to comprehending deviant tendencies in modern American culture. |
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The History of the Death Metal Scene | 51 |
Death Metal and American Politicians | 77 |
Confronting the Consumers of Carnage | 95 |
The Mind of the Metal Head and the Heart of the Underground | 149 |
Personal Reflections on Death Metal | 187 |
Project Goals Implications and Methodology | 195 |
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Death Metal Music: The Passion and Politics of a Subculture Natalie J. Purcell Previsualització limitada - 2003 |