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Metal Hammer
Metal Hammer
Entertainment
Paul Brannigan

10 brilliant rock bands from the 2000s who should have been absolutely massive

The Icarus Line / The Distillers / Amen / Betty Curse / Gallows.

Les McQueen knows. In his infrequent appearances in The League of Gentleman, Creme Brulee's former rhythm guitarist would often share his opinion that the music industry is a "shit business", specifically one where true talent isn't always rewarded. We all know bands who deserve a lot more than their cult status, but equally, we all know that life isn't always fair.

Here are 10 artists from the noughties who should, in a just world, have been absolutely massive. 

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