Sodom, Destruction plays same, but then again we are bored, metallica changed sound we dont like it. Thats why I check new bands what play ''true , classic sound'' Its tricky situation.

I was responding to InnerSelf

I actually like Sentenced after sound change. new Opeth is hard to listen if you know what I mean

Obviously bands can do what they feel like but being mad at fans for not liking it is just as weird. Though in the case of Opeth their criticism seems to be mostly directed at the extremes of that expression.

It's such a difficult topic. The more emotionally involved you get with a band, the harder the disappointment will hit when they stray off their path.

same time bands need make some money and I believe Opeth do relatively well by touring. Mikael Ammot and Dark Tranquility IMO is best Swedish metal bands gets most money from tour and music, Sabaton maybe . Amarante do well I sup

Sometimes it just bothers me how fans get entitled. Criticism is ok but you can't dictate how an artist does his art (even if they decide to shit the bag and make duds constantly).