But what if PM5K becomes the new leader in a metal industry getting ready to embrace old-school, punk-infused rock once again? What happens if all the other bands decide to dress like Spider and he becomes the pop culture icon he despises?
"You know, that's a good question. But the fans would be really surprised if they actually had the time to get to know how this band functions and how I exist personally," he says. "I feel like the same guy who was lugging equipment through the snow in Boston. So in a way, when I think about my motivation, it boils down to the same thing as when I was 13, going to an all-ages hardcore show on a Sunday afternoon. Maybe this view is outdated, but I think music should mean something. Call me an optimist, but I want to lead a crusade to do something with passion."
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