Christian hardcore

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Christian music
Stylistic origins
A variety of genres evolving from Jesus music.
Cultural origins
Typical instruments
Mainstream popularity Continuous from 1990s
Subgenres
Christian alternative rock · Christian bubblegum pop · Christian electronic music · Christian hardcore · Christian hip hop · Christian metal · Unblack metal · Christian punk · Christian rock · Christian soft rock
Other topics
Christian entertainment industry · Contemporary worship music

Christian hardcore refers to Hardcore Punk and Metalcore bands that promote Christian beliefs. How these bands promote Christianity, and to what extent, varies between bands. Christian hardcore bands often openly state their beliefs and employ Christian imagery in their lyrics, and may be considered a part of the Christian pop music (aka Contemporary Christian music) industry.

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[edit] Characteristics

Christian hardcore is a loose term referring to a general movement rather than a specific genre. One Christian hardcore band may incorporate faith and Christian values in all its music, while another may address these casually, subtly, or negatively. Tim Lambesis, the lead vocalist of metalcore band As I Lay Dying, believes that faith should influence every aspect of his life including music, though he questions the logic of being a Christian band rather than a band of Christians [1]. Corey Darst of 2001-era Zao accused Christians of automatically considering music to be Christian based on the label rather than the actions of the band[2].


[edit] Christian Controversy

Christian hardcore is not without various religious criticism. These religious objections may target punk and rock underground culture in general, or Christian hardcore music and bands specifically. Dr. James Dobson believes rock music and culture (of which hardcore is a subgenre) is polluting youth and degrading society.[3] One online Christian organization states that "worldly music produces worldliness" and associates contemporary music with drugs and immorality.[4] In an article on the organization's website, David Cloud emphasizes this connection.

“One of the reasons God’s Spirit was lifted from the Jesus Movement of the last decade was their refusal to forsake their old music. They gave up pot, heroin, alcohol, promiscuous sex, and they even gave up perverted lifestyles. But they refused to give up their beloved rock ... Amazing! I say its hold is stronger than drugs, alcohol, or tobacco. It is the biggest mass addiction in the world’s history. ... rock music, as used and performed in Christian circles, is of the same satanic seed as that which is called punk, heavy metal, and is performed in devilish rock concerts worldwide.”

Other Christians have accused popular Christian hardcore bands of being too closely related to secular music. The metalcore band As I Lay Dying in particular has received criticism for being too secular, and for playing at Ozzfest. Responding to an As I Lay Dying Interview [1]] , one critic says "What's so 'weird' about people not recognizing you as 'Christians'? You guys dress like the sinful world, sing like the Devil's crowd, act like heathen entertainers..."[5]

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[edit] References

  1. ^ FAQ - As I Lay Dying
  2. ^ Hardcore Interview presented by InStrife.com
  3. ^ uExpress.com: Focus on the Family by Dr. James Dobson - (07/01/2007) CHILDREN ARE OWED APOLOGY IF THEY HAVE BEEN WRONGED
  4. ^ Charismatic Music Permeating The Churches
  5. ^ Professed "Christian" Rock Band, As I Lay Dying -Featured at Ozzfest 2005!

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[edit] Christian Hardcore Magazines

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