Metallica
Metallica · 1991
62 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal
A thunderous blend of melodic hooks and heavy riffs that redefined mainstream metal in the early '90s.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- By the time 'Metallica' was released in 1991, the band had established themselves as leaders in the heavy metal scene following their breakthrough with 'The Black Album'. This self-titled album marked a shift towards a more accessible sound while still retaining their thrash roots, showcasing their evolution after years of relentless touring and earlier releases such as '...And Justice for All'.
- If you like
- heavy metal, thrash metal
Metallica is an album by Metallica, released in 1991. A thunderous blend of melodic hooks and heavy riffs that redefined mainstream metal in the early '90s. This album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Metallica's status as a household name. It received widespread acclaim and has since been certified 16× Platinum by the RIAA, making it one of the best-selling albums in history, influencing countless artists across genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Metallica sound like?
A thunderous blend of melodic hooks and heavy riffs that redefined mainstream metal in the early '90s. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.
What makes Metallica by Metallica notable?
This album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Metallica's status as a household name. It received widespread acclaim and has since been certified 16× Platinum by the RIAA, making it one of the best-selling albums in history, influencing countless artists across genres. By the time 'Metallica' was released in 1991, the band had established themselves as leaders in the heavy metal scene following their breakthrough with 'The Black Album'. This self-titled album marked a shift towards a more accessible sound while still retaining their thrash roots, showcasing their evolution after years of relentless touring and earlier releases such as '...And Justice for All'.
Who is Metallica for?
Metallica works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Metallica?
Metallica has 12 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Enter Sandman Standout 5:31
- 2 Sad but True 5:24
- 3 Holier Than Thou 3:47
- 4 The Unforgiven Standout 6:27
- 5 Wherever I May Roam 6:44
- 6 Don’t Tread on Me 4:00
- 7 Through the Never 4:04
- 8 Nothing Else Matters Standout 6:28
- 9 Of Wolf and Man 4:16
- 10 The God That Failed 5:08
- 11 My Friend of Misery 6:49
- 12 The Struggle Within 3:53
Release Date
August 12, 1991
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
62 min 37 sec
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