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  1. On This Day: March 16 1981 Breaker by Accept Was Released

    On This Day: March 16 1981 Breaker by Accept Was Released

    On this day March 16 1981 German heavy metal band Accept released their third studio album Breaker. The album marked a turning point for the band as they refined their sound with heavier riffs faster tempos and more aggressive vocals from Udo Dirkschneider. Though not a major commercial success...
  2. On This Day: March 14 1986 Rrröööaaarrr by Voivod Was Released

    On This Day: March 14 1986 Rrröööaaarrr by Voivod Was Released

    On this day March 14 1986 Canadian heavy metal band Voivod released their second studio album Rrröööaaarrr. The album was a raw and aggressive follow up to their debut showcasing their evolving thrash metal sound with elements of punk and progressive influences. Rrröööaaarrr helped solidify...
  3. On This Day: March 12 1982 Borrowed Time by Diamond Head Was Released

    On This Day: March 12 1982 Borrowed Time by Diamond Head Was Released

    On this day March 12 1982 British heavy metal band Diamond Head released their second studio album Borrowed Time. The album marked a shift toward a more polished production style compared to their raw and influential debut Lightning to the Nations. Borrowed Time reached number 24 on the UK...
  4. On This Day: March 11 1983 Metal Health by Quiet Riot Was Released

    On This Day: March 11 1983 Metal Health by Quiet Riot Was Released

    On this day March 11 1983 Quiet Riot released their third studio album Metal Health which became a defining record in 80s heavy metal. The album made history by becoming the first heavy metal album to reach number one on the Billboard 200 selling over six million copies worldwide. Metal Health...
  5. On This Day: March 3 1986 Master of Puppets by Metallica Was Released

    On This Day: March 3 1986 Master of Puppets by Metallica Was Released

    On this day March 3 1986 Metallica released their third studio album Master of Puppets. Widely regarded as one of the greatest heavy metal albums of all time the album showcased the band's aggressive sound complex compositions and intense lyrical themes. Master of Puppets reached number 29 on...
  6. On This Day: February 22 1986 Ozzy Osbourne Released The Ultimate Sin

    On This Day: February 22 1986 Ozzy Osbourne Released The Ultimate Sin

    On this day February 22 1986 Ozzy Osbourne released his fourth studio album The Ultimate Sin, a record that blended heavy metal power with a polished 80s production style. The album became a commercial success reaching number six on the Billboard 200 and producing one of Ozzy’s biggest hits Shot...
  7. On This Day: February 17, 1987 Fighting the World by Manowar Released

    On This Day: February 17, 1987 Fighting the World by Manowar Released

    On this day, February 17, 1987, Manowar released Fighting the World, their fifth studio album and a landmark in their discography. This album marked a shift in production quality, being their first to utilize digital recording technology, resulting in a polished and powerful sound that further...
  8. On This Day: February 15, 1980 Metal for Muthas Compilation Album Released

    On This Day: February 15, 1980 Metal for Muthas Compilation Album Released

    On this day, February 15, 1980, Metal for Muthas was released, a landmark compilation album that helped define the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM). Featuring bands like Angel Witch, Iron Maiden, and Samson, the album introduced a new generation of heavy metal acts to a wider audience...
  9. On This Day: February 12, 1982 Run to the Hills by Iron Maiden Released

    On This Day: February 12, 1982 Run to the Hills by Iron Maiden Released

    On this day, February 12, 1982, Iron Maiden released Run to the Hills, one of their most iconic and defining singles. The song was the lead single from their third studio album, The Number of the Beast, and marked the debut of Bruce Dickinson as the band’s lead vocalist. Run to the Hills became...
  10. Fire Down Under by Riot Released in 1981

    Fire Down Under by Riot Released in 1981

    On this day, February 9, 1981, Riot released their third studio album, Fire Down Under, an album that would become a landmark in heavy metal history. Known for its high-energy riffs, blistering solos, and raw intensity, the album was a defining moment for the band and helped shape the emerging...
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    Manowar Releases Kings of Metal - November 18, 1988

    On this day, November 18, 1988, Manowar released their sixth studio album, Kings of Metal. A heavy metal anthem-filled record, it quickly became one of the band’s most iconic works, showcasing their signature mix of epic themes, powerful riffs, and grandiose lyrics. Though it didn’t dominate...
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    Dark Angel Unleashes Darkness Descends - November 17, 1986

    On this day, November 17, 1986, Dark Angel dropped their intense second album, Darkness Descends, a defining release in thrash metal that showcased the band’s raw power and technical prowess. This album became an influential piece of 80s metal. Did you ever thrash to this album?
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    Dokken’s Beast from the East Roars Onto the Charts - November 16, 1988

    On this day, November 16, 1988, Dokken released their live album Beast from the East, capturing the energy of their performances with a mix of hits and fan favorites. The album climbed to #33 on the Billboard charts, delivering raw, live versions of classics like “In My Dreams” and “Kiss of...
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    Ozzy Osbourne Released Bark at the Moon - November 15, 1983

    On this day, November 15, 1983, Ozzy Osbourne released his third solo album, Bark at the Moon. The album made an impact on the charts, reaching #19 on the U.S. Billboard 200 and climbing to #9 in Sweden. Known for the title track “Bark at the Moon” and its music video, this album solidified...
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    Saxon Released Strong Arm of the Law in the U.S. - November 14, 1980

    On this day, November 14, 1980, British heavy metal band Saxon released their third album, Strong Arm of the Law, in the United States. Known for its powerful riffs and gritty vocals, this album quickly became a fan favorite, even reaching #11 on the UK charts. Strong Arm of the Law is often...
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    Godflesh Released Streetcleaner (Debut Album) - November 13, 1989

    On this day, November 13, 1989, industrial metal pioneers Godflesh released their debut album, Streetcleaner. Known for its crushingly heavy sound and dark, atmospheric tones, Streetcleaner became a foundational record for the industrial and extreme metal genres. The album reached #19 on the UK...
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    Fates Warning Released Awaken the Guardian - November 10, 1986

    On this day, November 10, 1986, progressive metal band Fates Warning released their third album, Awaken the Guardian. Known for its intricate compositions and mystical themes, this album marked a high point in the band’s career and was the last to feature original vocalist John Arch. Awaken the...
  18. Pete

    Destruction Released EP Sentence of Death - November 10, 1984

    On this day, November 10, 1984, German thrash metal band Destruction released their influential EP Sentence of Death. Known for its raw energy and aggressive sound, this EP marked Destruction’s entry into the thrash metal scene, quickly gaining attention and setting the stage for their future...
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    Mötley Crüe Released Their Debut Album Too Fast for Love - November 10, 1981

    On this day, November 10, 1981, Mötley Crüe released their debut album, Too Fast for Love. The album introduced fans to their raw, energetic blend of glam and heavy metal, featuring tracks like “Live Wire” and “Piece of Your Action.” Although it initially charted modestly, peaking at #77 on the...
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    Candlemass Released Nightfall - November 9, 1987

    On this day, November 9, 1987, Candlemass released their second album, Nightfall, a cornerstone in the doom metal genre. With powerful, somber tracks like “At the Gallows End” and “Bewitched,” Nightfall showcased Candlemass’s signature heavy riffs, deep lyrics, and operatic vocals, solidifying...
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