Garage Inc.
Metallica · 1998
136 min · 27 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal
A raw and energetic tribute to their influences, melding heavy metal with punk ferocity.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- raw energy for headbanging sessions wave-like intensity shifts nostalgic tribute to influences
- Context
- Released on November 24, 1998, 'Garage Inc.' was Metallica's first album of new material since 'Load' in 1996, following the band's commercial peak. This covers album showcased their influences while also addressing criticisms of their evolving sound and connecting with their roots after a period of experimentation.
- If you like
- heavy metal, thrash metal
Garage Inc. is an album by Metallica, released in 1998. A raw and energetic tribute to their influences, melding heavy metal with punk ferocity. The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and received positive reviews from critics, solidifying Metallica's status as a heavy metal powerhouse. Its collection of covers and B-sides reflects the band's influence on genres beyond thrash metal and showcased their versatility and reverence for punk and classic rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Garage Inc. sound like?
A raw and energetic tribute to their influences, melding heavy metal with punk ferocity. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.
What makes Garage Inc. by Metallica notable?
The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and received positive reviews from critics, solidifying Metallica's status as a heavy metal powerhouse. Its collection of covers and B-sides reflects the band's influence on genres beyond thrash metal and showcased their versatility and reverence for punk and classic rock. Released on November 24, 1998, 'Garage Inc.' was Metallica's first album of new material since 'Load' in 1996, following the band's commercial peak. This covers album showcased their influences while also addressing criticisms of their evolving sound and connecting with their roots after a period of experimentation.
Who is Garage Inc. for?
Garage Inc. works well if you're into raw energy for headbanging sessions, wave-like intensity shifts and nostalgic tribute to influences.
How many songs are on Garage Inc.?
Garage Inc. has 27 tracks, running approximately 136 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Free Speech for the Dumb 2:35
- 2 It’s Electric 3:33
- 3 Sabbra Cadabra 6:20
- 4 Turn the Page Standout 6:06
- 5 Die, Die My Darling Standout 2:29
- 6 Loverman 7:52
- 7 Mercyful Fate 11:11
- 8 Astronomy 6:37
- 9 Whiskey in the Jar Standout 5:04
- 10 Tuesday’s Gone 9:05
- 11 The More I See 4:48
Disc 2
- 1 Helpless 6:38
- 2 The Small Hours 6:43
- 3 The Wait 4:55
- 4 Crash Course in Brain Surgery 3:10
- 5 Last Caress / Green Hell 3:29
- 6 Am I Evil? 7:50
- 7 Blitzkrieg 3:36
- 8 Breadfan 5:41
- 9 The Prince 4:25
- 10 Stone Cold Crazy 2:17
- 11 So What 3:08
- 12 Killing Time 3:03
- 13 Overkill 4:04
- 14 Damage Case 3:40
- 15 Stone Dead Forever 4:51
- 16 Too Late Too Late 3:12
Release Date
November 24, 1998
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
136 min 37 sec
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