The Local Metal Lurker

@strappadork.bsky.social

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I like metal and I sometimes say dumb stuff 26 he/him

Bart Simpson in the early 90s: This whole controversy of parents not wanting shirts with me on them is nothing more than just a stupid nothing burger Homer Simpson: Mmmm... nothing burgers...
Announcement from Hard Rock Festival "Dear festival-goers! Unfortunately, due to several posts by Warlord drummer Mark Zonder, we have had to make the decision to cancel his band´s performance at this year´s Rock Hard Festival. Marks most recent Facebook post („Sadly I have learned...“) only confirms that our decision was the right one. In Germany, anyone is free to address their political views - whether on stage or through their art - as long as those views do not discriminate against a particular group of people („Volksverhetzung“ has been a criminal offense since the end of World War II). More than a third of the German population, as well as many members of our crew and audience, have a migrant background. After Mark´s initial statement began circulating in forums and on social media, many people told us they would no longer attend the festival. Bands are always welcome at Rock Hard Festival, regardless of their (democratic) political views (as past years have shown). However, when we pay an artist fee, we expect respectful behavior toward ALL members of our audience and crew. We no longer felt that this respect could be guaranteed, and therefore decided to remove Warlord from the bill. We are currently working hard to find a replacement for Warlord and will announce it shortly. Stay heavy!"