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This week In ‘Hard & Metal Throwback’ 07/52

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Black Sabbath’s “N.I.B.” from their 1970 debut is a bold blend of Tony Iommi’s heavy riffs and Geezer Butler’s bass intro, complemented by Ozzy Osbourne’s haunting vocals, depicting Lucifer’s transformation through love. Metallica’s “Damage, Inc.,” closing their 1986 “Master of Puppets,” delivers raw thrash energy, driven by Cliff Burton’s layered bass intro and technical precision, cementing its place as a live favorite.

AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck” from 1990’s “The Razors Edge” thrives on Angus Young’s hypnotic guitar riff, bringing arena rock fervor despite its catchy simplicity. Guns N’ Roses’ “Welcome to the Jungle” unleashes urban chaos with Slash’s slithering guitar riff and Axl Rose’s piercing wails. Rush’s “YYZ,” a prog-rock marvel from 1981’s “Moving Pictures,” dazzles with its 10/8 time signature and seamless interplay between Geddy Lee, Neil Peart, and Alex Lifeson.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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This week In ‘Hard & Metal Throwback’ 03/52

How well do you know the music of AC/DC’s fiery “That’s the Way I Wanna Rock ‘n’ Roll” captures raw energy with relentless riffing, while Iron Maiden’s “Wrathchild” channels early punk-metal grit through snarling guitars. Faith No More’s experimental “The Crab Song” blends funk, metal, and melancholy, while Ozzy Osbourne’s “Crazy Train” races forward with Randy Rhoads’ iconic guitar work. Metallica’s pounding “Sad But True” lumbers with drop-tuned menace, and Guns N’ Roses’ poignant “Civil War” critiques humanity’s conflicts with stark lyricism and a building intensity. Deftones’ visceral “Engine No. 9” erupts with abrasive riffs and unhinged vocals, Korn’s “Did My Time” seethes with nu-metal anguish, and KISS powers up with the glam anthem “Heaven’s On Fire.” Each track, unique in tone, showcases its band’s defining traits while charging headfirst into unforgettable moments.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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This week In ’80s Throwback’ 49/52

How well do you know the music of Phil Collins & David Crosby, R.E.M., David Bowie, Lita Ford & Ozzy Osbourne, Boston, Asia, The Smiths, Joan Armatrading, Depeche Mode, Tom Waits, Sinéad O’Connor, Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
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This week In ‘Hard & Metal Throwback’ 48/52

How well do you know the music of AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Nine Inch Nails, Halestorm, The White Stripes, Motley Crue, Screaming Trees, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Ozzy Osbourne, KISS, Steve Vai, Yngwie Malmsteen
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