Metal Disability

06/20/07
. (KNAC) From Sweden's English news site, The Local: A Swedish heavy metal fan has had his musical preferences officially classified as a disability. The results of a psychological analysis enable the metal lover to supplement his income with state benefits.

Roger Tullgren, 42, from H�ssleholm in southern Sweden has just got a new job as a dishwasher at a local restaurant.

Because heavy metal dominates so many aspects of his life, the Employment Service has agreed to pay part of Tullgren's salary.[see full story for more] - Click here for the Full Story

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