Heavy Metal Emerged When Blues Rockers Added Elements of Classical Music and Opera

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Heavy Metal Emerged When Blues Rockers Added Elements of Classical Music and Opera

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Nate, Eugene & Alexei discuss Sam Dunn's take on the origins of heavy metal music in the blending of rock n roll, blues, jazz, classical and opera.Have a question or a suggestion for a topic or person for Nate to interview? Email letitrollpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter.Follow us on Facebook.Let It Roll is proud to be part of Pantheon Podcasts.

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