Apparently we enjoy making ourselves feel old with these lists. Turns out 1996 was a big turning point for metal, with some bands releasing landmark releases and then there is Metallica's Load.
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Here's a look back at all the albums that came out 25 years ago. These titles are now considered "classic rock" and that is just unsettling.
Alice in Chains – Unplugged
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Cannibal Corpse – Vile
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Cryptopsy – None So Vile
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Dimmu Borgir – Stormblåst
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Eyehategod – Dopesick
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