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Apr 17, 2025

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: April 17, 1982 – Motörhead Released Iron Fist.

On this day April 17, 1982, Motörhead released their fifth studio album Iron Fist, delivering another round of raw, no nonsense heavy metal. Known for their loud, fast, and aggressive style, the band kept their signature energy going with this follow up to Ace of Spades.

Iron Fist reached number 174 on the US Billboard 200 and hit number 6 on the UK Albums Chart, continuing their momentum as one of the leading forces in British metal. The title track Iron Fist became a fan favorite and live...

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