Concert Controversy
System of a Down’s Serj Tankian criticized Imagine Dragons for playing in Azerbaijan, accusing them of ignoring human rights issues. Dan Reynolds defended the decision, stating that depriving fans due to political issues is a “slippery slope.”
Tankian’s Strong Words
Tankian argued, “As an artist, if I found that out, there is no fucking way I could have gone and played that show… Fuck their art, they’re not good human beings, as far as I’m concerned.”
Reynolds’ Defense
Reynolds responded, “I don’t believe in depriving our fans who want to see us play because of the acts of their leaders and their governments. I think that’s a really slippery slope.”
Source: Loudwire
