Statement: Revocation of Sabaton’s and Joakim Brodén’s nominations

They accepted an invitation to play for their FANS. Is this seriously a crime so great, that periodically must have return (since 2015), to bite them in the ass? The band stated very clearly not once, that they do not and will not write songs or make statements about actual political matters. Yet you and your fellow companions still hold this bullshit against them. Not only disrespecting Sabaton, but also disrespecting us, their fans who voted them the best (as they are), and Jocke 2nd place, all well deserved. Shame on you, seriously!

I believe that you have made a political decision and that it is wrong to drag politics into music. 2015 was 8 years ago. It boggles the mind of any thinking person and opens the door to people ridiculing you and the decision. You would do well to reconsider your erroneous decision.

Sabaton doesnt do politics or religion.
They play for metalheads and their fans, simple as that.
If they play in Hungary, that doesnt mean they agree with Viktor Orban for example.
They just play for their fans.
This was a 2015 gig in Crimea.
And in 2015 not a single government or organisation gave a shit about the situation and occupation there.
now in 2024, they act like they always cared and act like the 2015 gig is somehow connected to the current war that Russia is feeding in Ukraine.
Just to stupid for words…

Why not take your own advice and stay out of politics? This is a political decision you made and has nothing to do with the popularity or vocal skills of the nominee. Sabaton plays shows worldwide and like all bands are hired through many promoters to perform. They have purchased custom guitars from Ukraine and performed in Russia, how much more neutral could they be? Go woke, go broke….