Posts Tagged ‘1986’
5150:The Album That Redefined America’s Biggest Rock Band
5150: The Album That Redefined America’s Biggest Rock Band When Van Halen released 5150 on 24 March 1986, the album arrived with more pressure than almost any blockbuster rock record of its era. It was the band’s first release after the departure of David Lee Roth, whose flamboyant presence had helped define Van Halen’s rise…
Read MoreHeavy Metal ‘86
What makes 1986 the greatest year in heavy metal music? 1986 is widely considered the most significant year in the history of heavy metal, and for good reason. It was a pivotal year that transformed heavy metal as it emerged from the shadow realm into the mainstream and shredding was elevated to an artform. This…
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