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History in Five Songs Episode 380: Modest Metal Wins of the ‘90s

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Show Notes

In Episode 380 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin looks back at the modest metal victories of the '90s. From hair-metal revivals and thrash tours to underground bands earning major-label attention and surprising gold and platinum certifications, Martin recalls the excitement of championing metal during its supposedly “dead” era.

Poison – “Sexual Thing”

Machine Head – “Old”

Cathedral – “Ride”

Saigon Kick – “Freedom”

Monster Magnet – “Powertrip”

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