Fresh Blood: Stars Of 2017 Special Part 2

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January 4, 2017

Knock, knock! Who’s there? YOUR FAVOURITE NEW BAND!

What better time than the New Year to give your music taste a transfusion? And we’re here to help. From rock, metal and noise to pop-punk and indie, the new issue of Kerrang! picks the 60 best rock bands from every corner of our scene – and to coincide with this, we’ve compiled a 6-part video playlist!

You can check out part 2 below – get listening and enjoy!

KNOCKED LOOSE

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TANCRED

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AWOOGA

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THE AMAZONS

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AREA 11

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IRK

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PRIESTS

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MILESTONES

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PRIMETIME

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SHEER MAG

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