> However for the rest of the metal subculture and in particular practically lived culture at concerts, communities and so on I have to say I don't think there

> However for the rest of the metal subculture and in particular practically lived culture at concerts, communities and so on I have to say I don't think there is an invasion of reactionary politics. Metalheads are some of the most anti-authoritarian and generally accepting people around. I'd add that it's pretty accepting waaaay beyond politics. Metal is about exploring all sorts of wicked stuff after all. It's weird when people are fine with all sorts of gore yet.. God forbid someone takes interest in wrong kind of mythology. It's even more weird when people get surprised that a rebellious subculture goes on to rebel against mainstream norms. Is it still metal if you play only what you're allowed to play and don't explore beyond what is accepted? :)