Nita Strauss , a renowned guitarist, generated a great deal of discussion within the fan community by expressing her opinions on the resistance to change in the genre.
In an interview given to Metal Hammer ( via Guitar ), Nita discussed the evolution of the musical style, highlighting how the genre has transformed.
However, Strauss took the opportunity to criticize the persistent adherence of many fans to traditional formulas, which ultimately limits the chances of innovation in heavy metal.
The guitarist vented about the attitude of fans in the scene: "Regarding the world of rock/metal, which I love and is my home, there's a bunch of crybabies complaining.".
Strauss is a prominent figure in the movements promoting respect for women in the world of rock and heavy metal. Therefore, he took the opportunity to severely criticize the segment of the audience that resists new musical elements.
Disgruntled, she mentions that whenever a band deviates from its previous formula, the public's reaction is one of disappointment and harsh criticism. According to her, if a band moves away from what it has done before, the fanbase "cries" about it.
He also cited Metallica as an example of this critical attitude: "Metallica is the biggest rock band in the world and people still criticize their new stuff."
Nita Strauss's comparison between rock and pop music fans
In an interview, Nita also made an interesting comparison between rock/metal fans and followers of other musical styles.
Drawing on her experience performing on stage alongside Demi Lovato Holy Fvck tour , the guitarist, who also shares the stage with the band Alice Cooper, was impressed by the loyalty of the pop audience.
According to Strauss, Demi's fans are always willing to support her: "this kind of less critical support is something that could benefit metal.".
He also states that this "preservation" mentality is limiting.
"A large part of it is because everyone feels they have to protect our scene and keep it safe." Nita further adds: "I think it's crazy.".
"Rigidity and resistance to change can stagnate the progress of the genre," she reiterates, defending the importance of adaptation within the genre.
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