The Hunt | ||||
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Released | 25 May 2012 | |||
Recorded | 2011–2012 | |||
Studio | Studio Wahnsinn, Stockholm, Sweden | |||
Genre | Heavy metal | |||
Length | 44:29 | |||
Label | Nuclear Blast | |||
Producer | Nico Elgstrand | |||
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Source | Rating |
Metal Storm | 7.8/10 [1] |
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