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On This Day: August 2, 1987 - “Diesel and Dust” by Midnight Oil Released

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On August 2, 1987, Australian rock band Midnight Oil released their sixth album, “Diesel and Dust.” The album performed impressively, reaching #21 on the Billboard charts in the United States and hitting #1 in both Australia and New Zealand. Featuring the iconic track “Beds Are Burning,” “Diesel and Dust” became a landmark album, known for its powerful messages and vibrant rock sound.
 
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