Christian Metal/Hardcore

[AdamMatthewAlbright]

Can anyone explain to me why the majority is against Christian Metal/Hardcore music? I'm 18, and Iv'e been into the Local (Indiana) Christian Hardcore music scene for a while. but a lot of people are against it.

Why?

 

[icee]

Its simply because it sounds like "devil" music. The origin of metal/hardcore is far from Christ like yet you are trying to conform it to worship music. That's why it doesn't fly for most people. And my personal opinion is that when I hear it I don't go into praise mode...it sounds evil.

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[Knotical]

It all comes down to personal preference and what you grew up with. My, I wouldn't mind hearing some Christian Metal, but that is because I grew up in the 80's with Metallica, Iron Maiden, hair bands, and the like. So, one of the genres I like is heavy metal. One band that I came across recently, Skillet (which is considered alternative), has a good sound, too bad their lyrics come off as a bit naive.

There is a secular band that has a good message, Shinedown, that I really like. I wonder if at least some of their band members are Christian.

 

[AdamMatthewAlbright]

Its simply because it sounds like "devil" music. The origin of metal/hardcore is far from Christ like yet you are trying to conform it to worship music. That's why it doesn't fly for most people. And my personal opinion is that when I hear it I don't go into praise mode...it sounds evil.

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This makes me wonder how any music progressed for Christians?
I got to a large church that plays contemporary music. Full band, electric guitars, drums, ect.

Wouldn't that be conforming as well?


For me, it may sound "scary" to some people, but, it's not intimidating. It's uplifting, and energetic for me.
I honestly can say I worship during the times I go to the local shows that play that kind of music, with Spirit filled lyrics.

 

[AdamMatthewAlbright]

It all comes down to personal preference and what you grew up with. My, I wouldn't mind hearing some Christian Metal, but that is because I grew up in the 80's with Metallica, Iron Maiden, hair bands, and the like. So, one of the genres I like is heavy metal. One band that I came across recently, Skillet (which is considered alternative), has a good sound, too bad their lyrics come off as a bit naive.

There is a secular band that has a good message, Shinedown, that I really like. I wonder if at least some of their band members are Christian.

That's really cool!

You'd enjoy bands like Disciple and Red if you liked Skillet

 

[icee]

This makes me wonder how any music progressed for Christians?
I got to a large church that plays contemporary music. Full band, electric guitars, drums, ect.

Wouldn't that be conforming as well?


For me, it may sound "scary" to some people, but, it's not intimidating. It's uplifting, and energetic for me.
I honestly can say I worship during the times I go to the local shows that play that kind of music, with Spirit filled lyrics.

Yes it is conforming..but none of that music was used for devil worshipping.

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[kyle marchin]

Christians are against it because they miss all of the depth metal has to offer. They see the small chunk of it that is satanic and close their minds off from it completely. Also, i have read both the christian bible and the satanic bible, both out of curiosity obviously. According to the satanic bible, satanism is not a form of diety worship, it is a form of self worship. Only extremists or cults will perform rituals and worship satan.

 

[farouk]

This makes me wonder how any music progressed for Christians?
I got to a large church that plays contemporary music. Full band, electric guitars, drums, ect.

Wouldn't that be conforming as well?


For me, it may sound "scary" to some people, but, it's not intimidating. It's uplifting, and energetic for me.
I honestly can say I worship during the times I go to the local shows that play that kind of music, with Spirit filled lyrics.

Whether metal or not in style, I guess it's the words that count.

Some Christians like metal.

 

[AdamMatthewAlbright]

Who said Metal is used for Devil Worshipping?

Drums were used for Pagan rituals.

Almost any genre of music has been used for "Devil Worshipping"
So who is to say that the music that is accepted by the Church, or you is right?

I don't believe in a God who puts rules down on us, based on music choices, or anything like that.
I'm pretty sure Jesus died on the cross for my the Sins of my life, not for my music taste.

 

[farouk]

On another thread, Kyle Marchin said, about metal:

"I have found that metal has shown to be the most advanced in terms of structure, flexibility, vocals, variety, technicality, effort, ability, progression, and lyrics. Now not all of these apply to any one band."

Interesting point.

And Carolyn, who has a 14 year old grandson who is into metal, said she really likes it, too!

I guess from the point of view of specifically Christian Heavy Metal, it's the lyrics which are first and foremost; the genre is somewhat subjective and subject to people's varying tastes.

Some Christians are going to like it; some not. This shouldn't be surprising.

 

[reba]

Some of us like classic rock and roll like buddy holly, Elvis, the clear sound

back to topic

 

[The Unbeliever]

It is a common characteristic of many people who grow up within a dominant religion entrenched in the culture that there be some confusion and interpolation of cultural values with religious precepts, and to reject a different culture (like heavy metal) on the basis of religious objections than to recognize that it is a difference in cultural expression that is causing the tension.

 

[farouk]

Some of us like classic rock and roll like buddy holly, Elvis, the clear sound

back to topic

reba:

Maybe, then, like Carolyn and her 14 year old grandson, you could easily get to like Christian heavy metal groups such as Skillet? Plenty of its music is on the web, anyway.

Blessings.

 

[faeriecat]

Herm, for the lady who likes Elvis ... Third Day may be more comfortable than Skillet or Red.

People hear the singing guitars, which in metal music is just as much of a lead voice as the singer, and get confused I think. There's too much room for "interpretation", sounds too much like commonly heard "devil music" -- like Nickleback, and is "too loud".

There's a song by Disciple called "Hypnotized" and the bridge gets real quiet and then builds then the guitars rip out to wake you up. Love it.

Also, I have found it useful around my nephews/niece ... they play me Nickleback, I play them Skillet. She played some Lady Gaga, I played her some Lacrae. To show the younger generation (they're 12, 12, and 14) that there's "cool" music that is healthier than some of the, er, choices out there today.

 

[gracelikerain]

Can anyone explain to me why the majority is against Christian Metal/Hardcore music? I'm 18, and Iv'e been into the Local (Indiana) Christian Hardcore music scene for a while. but a lot of people are against it.

Why?

I think because it is just different from what they like. I am a 43 year old and like Metal Christain music, and others can't figure it.
I grew up on regular metal....so I think that is why I love it.

 

[gracelikerain]

This makes me wonder how any music progressed for Christians?
I got to a large church that plays contemporary music. Full band, electric guitars, drums, ect.

Wouldn't that be conforming as well?


For me, it may sound "scary" to some people, but, it's not intimidating. It's uplifting, and energetic for me.
I honestly can say I worship during the times I go to the local shows that play that kind of music, with Spirit filled lyrics.

I concur!!!!!!

 

[farouk]

Herm, for the lady who likes Elvis ... Third Day may be more comfortable than Skillet or Red.

People hear the singing guitars, which in metal music is just as much of a lead voice as the singer, and get confused I think. There's too much room for "interpretation", sounds too much like commonly heard "devil music" -- like Nickleback, and is "too loud".

There's a song by Disciple called "Hypnotized" and the bridge gets real quiet and then builds then the guitars rip out to wake you up. Love it.

Also, I have found it useful around my nephews/niece ... they play me Nickleback, I play them Skillet. She played some Lady Gaga, I played her some Lacrae. To show the younger generation (they're 12, 12, and 14) that there's "cool" music that is healthier than some of the, er, choices out there today.

faeriecat:

Do you also like Disciple's 'Scars Remain'?

Blessings.

 

[Free]

It is a common characteristic of many people who grow up within a dominant religion entrenched in the culture that there be some confusion and interpolation of cultural values with religious precepts, and to reject a different culture (like heavy metal) on the basis of religious objections than to recognize that it is a difference in cultural expression that is causing the tension.

I find that in many cases, the typical Christian objections are unfounded and those that often object, object to many other things within Christianity itself, always outside of their denomination. They are just objectors to anything different from them.


As for hardcore:

As I Lay Dying
August Burns Red
I The Breather
The Overseer
A Hope for Home (must check out)

On the lighter side:

Red
Project 86
Blindside

 

[farouk]

I think because it is just different from what they like. I am a 43 year old and like Metal Christain music, and others can't figure it.
I grew up on regular metal....so I think that is why I love it.

gracelikerain:

Oh you're young at 43! and in any case you are as young as you feel. I guess metal helps some folk feel young.

Blessings.

 

[Paul1965]

I've had a passion for metal since I was a kid of about 9 or 10! I've run the gammut of styles from pop metal (Oh puh-leaaase) to grind-core. Yes there are a few bands that promote Satans work and the evil side of life but the MAJORITY use their Music to simply relate the realities of everyday life to the listener. I think it gets its bad rap not from the music itself, but the fact that many high profile "Godly" men admonish it as sinful or satanic. These are usually people of the same ilk as those who said Elvis was evil and perverse. I agree with other posters on the thread, it's not the music, but the message of the lyrics that are important.
I listen to bands like Mortification and Horde (Aussie Christian Metal / Thrash) when I'm working out because their music AND lyrics really are uplifting ...to my taste.
Not for everyone, but should not be condemned simply because of a minority who use it to promote evil