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Before the 90s, black metal wasn't a selling tool [and didn't] have money behind it. Then it became a pop sensation. Now that the record industry has collapsed and started to rot, things are livening up a bit again.

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Mat McNerney
Age: 46
Born: 1978
Born: January 1
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