Provocative Symbols and Conscious Consumerism in Heavy Metal | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.14

Bleeding Metal Podcast

Pia and Kiki discuss the historical use of provocative symbols in heavy metal, such as the upside-down cross and pentagram, as a means for bands to rebel against the mainstream. They acknowledge that while this tactic was effective in the past, it has become less shocking in today's desensitized society, where even tragic events like school shootings elicit less shock. The hosts also touch on the rise of right-wing extremism and the use of symbols to express those views, noting that art should aim to support the underprivileged rather than kick those below.

00:00:00 - The Evolving Role of Symbols in Heavy Metal

00:08:59 - Amplifying Marginalized Voices Through Conscious Consumerism

00:12:52 - Reclaiming Pagan Symbolism from Discrimination

00:16:44 - Misuse of Symbols and Holidays

00:18:24 - Balancing Artistic Expression and Social Impact

00:20:35 - Consent and Representation in Music Imagery

00:28:02 - The Impact of Symbols on Survivors of Sexual Abuse

00:31:44 - Reflecting on Festival Experiences and Sensitive Symbolism

Recorded on September 5th, 2024.

Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kikigege87⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@power_pia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and is now co-hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@suzanavalenca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martha_wingen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode edited by Pia.