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Old 04-20-2012, 12:48 AM   #4
biohazard
 
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I find the term "gothic metal" used incorrectly many times, which can even be offensive. Bands like Lacuna Coil are sometimes classified under the label, but do not fit at all. Some symphonic metal bands are also placed in the category, especially when they use the "beauty and the beast" type of vocals. As a fan of symphonic and gothic metal, I feel offended when bands like HIM or Evanescence are classified under this. You can also add these so called "goth' teens that listen to HIM and call themselves goth, giving bad reputation to both metalheads and goths alike. We don't need more negative media attention than there already is.
I love gothic metal though, bands like Moonspell, Tristania, Sirenia, Cradle of Filth, Draconian, and Theatres des vampires.
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