- Deicide's drummer, Steve Asheim, expressed his lack of understanding regarding the controversy surrounding the band's "Banished by Sin A.I." artwork. Asheim stated that the band was simply "going with the times" and trying to embrace new technologies like artificial intelligence (A.I.) in their artwork, without any deeper meaning or intention behind it.

- The article mentions that the "Banished by Sin A.I." artwork, which was created using A.I. technology, sparked a debate among fans and the metal community. Some criticized the use of A.I. in album artwork, arguing that it diminishes the artistic integrity and personal touch of the band's visual identity.

- Asheim acknowledged the controversy but maintained that the band was not trying to make a statement or take a stance on the use of A.I. in art. He simply viewed it as an opportunity to experiment with new creative tools and techniques, without any deeper implications or messages behind the artwork.