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Istanbul Cancels Metal Concerts Over 'Satanic' Concerns

2/11/2026

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Officials in Istanbul canceled performances by Slaughter To Prevail and Behemoth over concerns about societal values and perceived promotion of satanism.
Governor Davut Gül said the decision aligns with morality rules, and the Zorlu Center cannot host events until the next day.
Media outlets, including Yeni Akit, criticized the bands and claimed satanic propaganda.
Slaughter To Prevail frontman Alex Terrible refuted the claims, saying the music is not satanic.

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Officials in Istanbul canceled performances by Slaughter To Prevail and Behemoth over concerns about societal values and perceived promotion of satanism.
Governor Davut Gül said the decision aligns with morality rules, and the Zorlu Center cannot host events until the next day.
Media outlets, including Yeni Akit, criticized the bands and claimed satanic propaganda.
Slaughter To Prevail frontman Alex Terrible refuted the claims, saying the music is not satanic.