Texas metal band apologizes for tossing severed pig head into crowd, is criticized for apologizing
Texas black metal band Martyrdom is apologizing for throwing a severed pig's head into the crowd during a recent Houston concert and is taking heat from some fans — for the apology.
A Texas black metal band apologized for throwing a severed pig head into the crowd during a recent concert and is taking heat from some fans — not on account of the horrific stunt, but for the apology.
Martyrdom was playing Friday at the Houston nightspot White Swan Live when the pig head went flying, patrons and witnesses reported on social media.
White Swan Live in Houston.Google MapsThe band took responsibility for the stunt, saying "we are incredibly sorry to anyone we offended with our actions and gimmicks on stage," according to a statement to the metal news site Lambgoat.
The apology went on to specifically address any vegans and Muslims in the crowd who might have been offended by the flying pig head.
"We are a black metal band, and as part of it, we try to add a little bit of imagery and shock value to our set," the band said. "Unfortunately our act has gotten carried away and way out of hand, offending many and even harming some."
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