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This thread has been an interesting read so far, totally worth my time. It is funny to see the age gaps between the view of hardcore. I pretty much listen to everything in this thread, but HtheB and Cancer Bats have been my favorites as of late. I'm really surprised The Dillenger Escape Plan...