I’ve been to plenty of shows this year that have made zero political statements, and that didn’t bother me at all.
Now, getting up onstage to say that calling for basic human rights is “bullshit,” well that’s a whole different thing. And, despite Metallica’s declaration to the contrary, highly political.
EXACTLY! James usually says their concerts are meant to bring people together but the not so subtle shot at Macklemore and other artists speaking out against the Israeli genocide is what’s different here.
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u/penalty-venture 1d ago edited 1d ago
I’ve been to plenty of shows this year that have made zero political statements, and that didn’t bother me at all.
Now, getting up onstage to say that calling for basic human rights is “bullshit,” well that’s a whole different thing. And, despite Metallica’s declaration to the contrary, highly political.