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[–] serpineslair@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I listen to Burzum and separate the art from the artist. I think it is fine as long as:

  • you recognize that the actions of the band were/are wrong.
  • you aren't gonna become a church burner (you know you won't be influenced by the band).
  • you don't support the band e.g. don't buy merch, go to shows etc.
  • you appreciate the band/music from a purely artistic standpoint.
[–] oryx@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

In his case, Burzum is totally unassociated from his political views, so it's not difficult for me. Generally that goes for any band in my opinion; it's when the music itself is NSBM or whatever that it becomes an issue.

[–] serpineslair@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago

Yep, totally agree. If the negative actions are associated with the music it is a total no-go.