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  METALLICA AND PHILOSOPHY ; A CRASH COURSE IN BRAIN SURGERY
  
  METALLICA AND PHILOSOPHY ; A CRASH COURSE IN BRAIN SURGERY
  William Irwin
  The Blackwell Philosophy & Pop Culture Series
  
  Rating: 4/6
  
  I started listening to Metallica in my teens shortly after the release of
  RTL. I even quoted Motorbreath in my high school yearbook. At the time
  listening to Metallica and 'acting like a maniac' is what came natural to
  me. Who would have ever thought I was such an existentialist? I always felt
  a deep connection to their music, but at that time I didn't even know what
  philospohy really meant. Metallica's lyrics provoked my thoughts and the
  raw power of their music just always felt right to me. So if you were like
  me, you didn't get into Metallica to be philosophical. That's not what we
  were about. I first picked up this book hoping that philosopy would
  validate the music of my youth. But as I got into it I soon remembered that
  I didn't listen to Metallica for anyone's approval. Back in the day I could
  care less what 'other people thought' about most things. And in the end I
  realized that it's not Philosphy that validates the music. Metallica's
  lyrics, their music, and most importantly their fans are what validate
  Philosophy. Somehow I think we knew that all along. This book was an
  enjoyable read and helped me realize important things about myself and the
  music that I love. If you're story is similiar to mine, go ahead and 'Jump
  in the Fire'. You won't be disappointed with this book. [Guldna / Amazon]
  
  
  
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