Metallica, formed in 1981 in Los Angeles by James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich, is a cornerstone of the heavy metal genre and one of the pioneering bands of thrash metal. The current lineup features Hetfield on vocals and guitar, Ulrich on drums, Kirk Hammett as the lead guitarist, and Robert Trujillo on bass. Their third album, "Master of Puppets," is frequently hailed as one of the greatest metal albums ever and exemplifies their powerful sound. The band's self-titled album, commonly referred to as "The Black Album," released in 1991, marked a significant milestone in their commercial success, helping them to sell over 163 million albums globally by 2023. Metallica's influence is evident through iconic tracks like "Enter Sandman" and "Nothing Else Matters." Their enduring legacy was recognized with an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009.
Studio albums
Kill 'Em All - 1983
Ride the Lightning - 1984
Master of Puppets - 1986
...And Justice for All - 1988
Metallica - 1991
Load - 1996
Reload - 1997
St. Anger - 2003
Death Magnetic - 2008
Hardwired... to Self-Destruct - 2016
72 Seasons - 2023
Top tracks:Enter Sandman,
Master of Puppets,
One,
Nothing Else Matters
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