Passion and Aggression: A Review of Heavy Metal Music


Of the many musical genres that immerse themselves in our culture, you

would be hard pressed to find one which exacts as much emotion from its

listeners as Heavy Metal. Whether you are drawn in by the forceful barrage of

sound that envelopes the listener or the fantastical lyrics that are commonly

utilized, any avid listener will agree that this style of music stands for no

substitute. In this brief article my intent to provide the reader with a basic

understanding of the origins of Heavy Metal, and the subtle yet influential role it

plays on our culture today.

There are many varying opinions on the true origin of Heavy Metal. Over

time I have developed my own, however; it is important to note one of the

primary sources I have used for information on the subject. In his work, The

Encyclopedia of Heavy Metal, Daniel Bukszpan(2003) lays out a clear and

certifiable history......

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