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Eagles of Death Metal return to Paris to finish Bataclan set

US band the Eagles of Death Metal have taken to the stage in Paris for the first time since last November's terror attacks.

The band were in the middle of their set at the Bataclan theatre on November 13 when gunmen stormed the building, killing dozens. A total of 130 people died in coordinated attacks across the city.

Eagles of Death Metal had vowed to return to the French capital to finish their show, which is being held at the Olympia venue.

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89 second silence for victims of Bataclan attack

The band held an 89 second silence to remember the Paris attack victims. Credit: Eagle Rock Entertainment

Eagles of Death Metal held 89 minutes of silence - one for each victim of the Paris Bataclan attack - as they returned to the city to finish their set.

Frontman Jesse Hughes had tears in his eyes as he came out on stage and blew a kiss to the crowd.

An emotional Jesse Hughes. Credit: Eagle Rock Entertainment

Before starting their set he said: "89 seconds of silence please. Let's take a moment to remember and then we'll get back to the fun."

The gig was held at the Olympia venue in Paris rather than the Bataclan but is the band's first gig in the city since the terror attacks last November.

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