BREAKING: In a surprising revelation during a Reddit AMA, acclaimed horror novelist Stephen King declared he has “never liked” iconic heavy metal band Black Sabbath. This comment came as King was promoting the adaptation of his classic 1979 novel, The Long Walk, which is set to release in the U.K. on September 12.
King’s candid remark sparked a flurry of reactions among fans, many of whom were taken aback by his dismissal of the legendary band. As he crafted a playlist for the fictional walking contest depicted in The Long Walk, King shared his musical influences from both the book’s era and his current tastes.
During the AMA, King highlighted his past selections, including tracks like “Get Together” by The Youngbloods and “Eve of Destruction” by Barry Maguire, reflecting the music that resonated with him in 1979. However, he made headlines with his present-day choices, listing bands like AC/DC, Rancid, and Metallica, while emphatically excluding Black Sabbath.
“Not Black Sabbath, I never liked them,” King stated, igniting debates among Reddit users about his musical preferences.
The discussion took a lively turn as fans questioned whether King appreciated Ozzy Osbourne‘s contributions to music, but no answer was provided as the AMA concluded. Meanwhile, other Redditors chimed in, dissecting King’s taste in genres, with comments ranging from admiration for his picks to disagreements over what constitutes heavy rock.
Amid the chatter, one fan noted the inclusion of Metallica and Rancid, recalling that King had previously expressed disinterest in Led Zeppelin. Another chimed in, clarifying that Metallica is classified as thrash and heavy metal, while Rancid leans more towards punk rock.
The announcement of The Long Walk adaptation has generated considerable excitement among King’s fans, especially as it follows recent adaptations of his works, including The Life of Chuck, currently in theaters, and The Monkey, released in February. Additionally, another adaptation of King’s 1982 novel The Running Man, also published under the pen name Richard Bachman, is set for release in November.
As anticipation builds for the upcoming release, King’s candid remarks continue to resonate within the fan community, highlighting the author’s unique connection to music and its influence on his storytelling. Stay tuned for more updates on The Long Walk and other adaptations of Stephen King’s works.