001: Sexism In The Metal Scene

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001: Sexism In The Metal Scene

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Feb 14, 2018

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The rebooted and reimagined Metal Hammer Podcast is back with Merlin, Eleanor and Luke! This week we're discussing the issue of sexism in the metal scene, as well as chat about Architects, A Perfect Circle, AC/DC and we answer your questions!

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Feb 14, 2018

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001: Sexism In The Metal Scene

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