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Metallica · 1991

Metallica

Historical music event in the Radio Music History database.

August 28, 1991Album⭐⭐⭐

Description

Metallica’s album, commonly known as The Black Album, was released in the United Kingdom.

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  1. MetallicaAugust 12, 1991
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  2. MetallicaAugust 3, 1991
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