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The Step Kings
The Step Kings formed in New York City in the late 1970s, pulling from punk and heavy metal. Their sound had searing guitars and raw vocals, led by frontman...
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The Step Kings formed in New York City in the late 1970s, pulling from punk and heavy metal. Their sound had searing guitars and raw vocals, led by frontman Jimmy Russo. They released albums like 'Born to Burn' and 'Hellspawn' that showed their evolution from punk roots to a more aggressive metal approach.
In 1984, they put out the single 'Burn In Hell,' which became their most recognizable track. The song's graphic lyrics about torment in hell drew criticism from conservative and religious groups, leading to some public backlash. The band faced legal challenges over the content but didn't change their approach.
'Burn In Hell' eventually became a heavy metal classic that other bands have covered.
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