After reading through the thread it seems all of you have taken what I've said a little too specifically.
By saying "everything" I'm using it quite generally. Looking at music as a whole, yeah, music sucks nowadays. It is true however, that bands like Dream Theater and Pavor are still around and are extremely heartfelt and full of talent. Yes technology is getting extremely advanced and useful, but then there's the massive torrent of useless piece of stuff devices aimed at the non-informed and the lazy. Regardless, it is undeniable that for a while now, society and society's entertainment choices have gotten worse and worse.
Also, those bitching about my comment about metal; you guys have a wonderful knack for leaving out small details. I said metal is "one of the most artistic genres" I did NOT say that metal is the most artistic genre you dipstuffs.