It's been going on for quite awhile now so I guess I can't call it a trend but I hate that grindcore (and other extreme genres of rock'n'roll) insist on not using the stage. I know they want to make a statement of equalitarianism with the fans but in metal culture especially all it does is reinforce the meat head might makes right mentality concerning who actually gets to see the band. I watched a clip of Lightning Bolt where they're furious that fans are pushing and not allowing for personal space. Well, if you played on a high stage a mellow guy like me could stand in the back and still see you. That's why I bought I ticket. Not only to hear you but to SEE you perform. You might want to have a close experience with fans but the only thing I'm experiencing is the back of some c*nt's head and dozens of smart phones in the air making crappy videos.
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