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Jul 1, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: July 1, 1983 – Manowar Releases Into Glory Ride.

On this day July 1, 1983, Manowar released their second studio album Into Glory Ride, a bold and theatrical step deeper into the world of epic heavy metal. Known for their thunderous sound, fantasy themes, and warrior imagery, the band embraced a darker, heavier tone on this release that would become central to their identity.

Into Glory Ride featured tracks like Secret of Steel, Gates of Valhalla, and Revelation (Death's Angel), all filled with soaring vocals, pounding drums, and heroic...

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