With “Metallica” album Metallica, they entered into every house they hadn’t entered before and even the person who had no clue about them until then, got to know them. They played in every country they hadn’t played in and their songs were heard on radios and televisions that never thought they would give even a second of time to a metal band.
In short, they were now one of the most important bands on the planet, regardless of musical direction.
The album from the first week of its release, reached number 1 on the album charts of the world.
In this album Metallica included their first ballad, “Nothing Else Matters”.
It is also the album which indicates the most mature moment in their career.
“Metallica” album is colossal, as were the band’s previous four.
“Metallica” tracklist:
1. Enter Sandman 05:32
2. Sad but True 05:25
3. Holier than Thou 03:48
4. The Unforgiven 06:27
5. Wherever I May Roam 06:44
6. Don’t Tread on Me 04:00
7. Through the Never 04:04
8. Nothing Else Matters 06:29
9. Of Wolf and Man 04:17
10. The God That Failed 05:09
11. My Friend of Misery 06:50
12. The Struggle Within 03:54
Total 01:02:39
“Metallica” lineup:
James Hetfield Vocals, Guitars
Kirk Hammett Lead Guitars
Lars Ulrich Drums
Jason Newsted Bass