Top Ten Common Reasons Bands Are Accused of Selling Out

The Top Ten
1 They changed their sound

I've noticed that fans of unknown rock bands commonly claim that their bands deserve more attention, and then lash out against any new fans who like songs that "true fans" don't listen to. It's elitism and its dumb.

2 They became softer
3 They changed label/producer
4 They changed lead singer
5 They revamped their image
6 They wrote a power ballad
7 They are becoming popular
8 They replaced a band member
9 They jumped onto a trend
10 They remade their most popular album
The Contenders
11 They change their logo

This is mostly observed in extreme metal. When a band abandons its edgy and characteristic logo for a simplistic one, it's often construed as a sign of selling out.

12 They shaved their beards
13 They collaborate with awful musicians
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