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.
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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In Flames – The Jester Race
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Korn – Life is Peachy
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Marilyn Manson – Antichrist Superstar
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Metallica – Load
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Moonspell – Irreligious
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Opeth – Morningrise
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Pantera – The Great Southern Trendkill
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Rage Against the Machine – Evil Empire
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Scorpions – Pure Instinct
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Sepultura – Roots
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Slayer – Undisputed Attitude
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Slipknot – Mate Feed Kill Repeat
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Soundgarden – Down on the Upside
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Tool – Ænima
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Type O Negative – October Rust
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