Outline for Genre Definition

I. Intro
A. Hook--Opeth song and how it's in contrast to my perception of the genre
B. Def of Scan Black metal is... [get this info] yet the songs from Opeth's



LYRICS ARE HERE

II. Body

A. Definition

blogs: Scan Death Metal , folk metal

B. History

related genres? [track down!]

Solid discussion of metal's history here

C. Unique elements that make it different from other genres
1. example:

D. Overlap with other genres
1. example:

III. Conclusion

A. Restate thesis--how is this song in relation to the genre?

B. Sum up--last thoughts, questions, ideas for further research?

Where to Start?

Start with questions:

What genre will I work with?

Scandinavian Black Metal, particularly the band Opeth

What is the definition of that genre?
What is its history?
How is it unlike other genres?
How is it like other genres?

Where can I find answers?
How else has written about these things?