Over the years since the 9/11 attack I have made mention about the lack of patriotism of the majority of entertainers. That includes actors, musicians, athletes, ect. There have been a handful of exceptions though.
Now before any uber-liberals flip out about whatever they might think of America and politics I will simply say the facts. Over 90% of entertainers in America have not joined the military and/or USO. Which is a stark and troubling contrast to every other major war and conflict in the 20th century that I am aware of, including Viet Nam (except possibly Desert Storm - not sure how to classify that).
Moving on, I did just hear about 1 musical group that not only is part of defending the nation, and the freedoms we all enjoy, they are successful in their music at the same time. I will also admit that I am behind the curve in noticing the band.
Cobalt is the name of the heavy metal band, that's been around for years. While they aren't on the top 40 playlists of most radio stations, I can't think of a metal band that is. Even so they had a very well reviewed album in 2009 called Gin. One of the tracks from that album - Arsonry - was featured on Red Eye that I happened to notice.
I like the song. It reminds me of Tool, a band that I like a lot. I can't say that I've heard the entire album yet, but so far I like what I have heard.
The thing that made me even bother to check out the song is the fact that one of the principles of the band is in the military. SSGT Phillip McSorley is a military lifer. Currently stationed stateside, the entire Gin album was written while he was stationed in South Korea.
It seems that the band gets together whenever SSGT McSorley is on U.S. soil and can meet with bandmate in New York City. When that happens they record, and in this case it sounds good.
Personally I like classical, rock music, and alternative. Metal is a style that I'm not a rabid fan of, but I like a good song. Arsonry is a good song. So I recommend you check it and the album out.
Seperately, I want to thank SSGT McSorley for his service to all of us. I wish there were far more entertainers with enough balls to stand up and serve the nation that provides them with a lifestyle that no other nation can do. Even if all they do is entertain the troops they seem more than unwilling to be a part of.
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God you're an idiot. Tool? This is stylistically derived from Beherit, Neurosis and Blasphemy.
Well at least I am willing to put my name to my thoughts.
In case you missed it, that 1 sentence was not the point ot the post. But it was my opinion, something that SSGT McSorley ensures we both have a right to say.
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