During a recent concert in Illinois, Disturbed’s lead singer David Draiman defended Taylor Swift, stating that she was “for real.” While onstage, Draiman brought two fathers and their daughters up, asking the young girls if their parents were raising them on rock and roll since they were at a Disturbed concert instead of Swift’s. Draiman then praised Swift and defended her authenticity in playing and singing live, stating that he would applaud any pop artist who performed live in front of a large audience.
This is not the first time Draiman has spoken positively about Swift. In August, he spoke about her in a radio interview with Philadelphia station WMRR, saying he would love to collaborate with her and calling her “insanely talented.” He also praised other pop stars like Pink and Lady Gaga for “doing it the way that [Swift] does it” and being “gifted” and “great at what they do.”
Draiman has a history of defending pop stars who he believes showcase their talent and authenticity. After Sam Smith’s Grammy performance with Kim Petras, Draiman spoke highly of the pop star and praised his ability to be a rock star. Draiman also defended Lil Nas X after a conservative TV host criticized his performance at the Grammy Awards, stating that artists have been pushing boundaries for decades and that viewers can choose not to watch if they do not like it.
In the end, Draiman’s defense of Swift shows that appreciation for authenticity and talent can transcend musical genres and bring artists together
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