Finally, all the answers about the debatable subject that always appears on GothTube. Is it goth music, or is it metal music? Is it relevant to the goth subculture? What does it sound like? Does listening to gothic metal make a person goth?
Adem Can Vaner (professionally known as A. C. Vaner) has returned with another article for Obscura Undead to answer all of those questions about gothic metal once and for all. Follow the link below to learn about this polarizing side of underground music, where it belongs, how to understand it musically, and Adem’s stance on the entire subject. (An offline PDF version of the article is available for download on the web page.)
Preface
Throughout my time while enjoying several channels on GothTube, I couldn’t help but notice the subject of gothic metal being constantly brought up and discussed between viewers and content creators. People have asked about its sound, whether or not it belongs in the goth subculture or the metal one, which bands classify as gothic metal, whether it has been a gateway for baby bats into goth, its origins, and all things of that sort. After participating in some of those discussions which resulted in me correcting several misconceptions and people’s misinformation, I, Adem Can Vaner, have proudly decided to write this article for Obscura Undead to answer those questions and debates once and for all by providing a deeper understanding of gothic metal, particularly for goths and metalheads, by pointing out the goth elements in the subgenre, where it belongs, as well as the mislabelling of bands which happens far more often than not. I hope that by clearing the misconceptions and by providing a better understanding, more people will be able to appreciate and have a deeper understanding of gothic metal.
Editors Note: We know this is a weird format, but the redirect is so you can experience Adem’s piece in it’s full glory, photos and all. Please click the link!