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As it is true for hardcore fans, the Metalheads do not miss the opportunity to be close to their idols. In the metal community, there has always been a unique, very strong connection between the fans and their heroes. An insight into the incredible world of autogram hours.

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<p>As it is true for hardcore fans, the Metalheads do not miss the opportunity to be close to their idols. In the metal community, there has always been a unique, very strong connection between the fans and their heroes. An insight into the incredible world of autogram hours.</p>

In the metal community, there has always been a unique, very strong connection between the fans and their heroes. 

Not all nipples are the same. On Instagram or Facebook female breasts are censured whereas the bare male torso is not. Some artists are challenging this double standard. 

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