BY NICK McCOY<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ever since its inception, Heavy Metal has been marred in controversy. Whether it\u2019s concerned parents or out-of-touch politicians, several figures have voiced their concerns about the effects metal has on listeners. Some have even gone so far as to blame metal for various tragedies, the infamous lawsuit against Judas Priest for the song \u201cBetter by You, Better Than Me\u201d being a noteworthy example. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, much like the case with video games, there is little to no evidence to prove that metal music has had a negative effect on the minds of listeners. And even if the circumstances make it seem like the music was at fault, like the case with Judas Priest, it\u2019s the person and the environment that matters. Blaming music or video games for tragic events accomplishes nothing, and takes away from bigger issues such as mental health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the end of the day, heavy metal has its fanbase, with many explaining that not only does metal not have a negative impact, but it also can lead to positive emotions, by channeling someone’s negative energy into something much more positive. Personally, I can\u2019t think of a better example of this than today\u2019s Song Spotlight: Pantera\u2019s \u201cMouth For War.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n