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DJ Will, a key figure in the LA thrash scene, discusses the origins of thrash metal and his experiences in the music industry.

Patreon Goodies The legendary DJ Will is on the show! A stalwart of the LA thrash scene he was there at the very beginning and we get into it all. The very beginnings of thrash, tape trading and his time as A&R at Metal Blade & Capitol Records. The news is here in all it's blocked nose glory with both KI$$ and Metallica getting a look in. This Is Cold Lake Bollocks. Video Interview Bastardane

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