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Spit Out the Bone

Metallica · 2017

4 min · 1 track · heavy metal · thrash metal

A relentless thrash assault combining intricate riffs with fierce, political lyrics reflecting modern anxieties.

Spit Out the Bone is a single by Metallica, released in 2017. A relentless thrash assault combining intricate riffs with fierce, political lyrics reflecting modern anxieties. 'Spit Out the Bone' received critical acclaim, highlighting Metallica's enduring influence in heavy metal and thrash scenes. The song contributed to the album debuting at number one on charts worldwide, reaffirming Metallica's commercial viability and artistic relevance years into their career. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Spit Out the Bone sound like?

A relentless thrash assault combining intricate riffs with fierce, political lyrics reflecting modern anxieties. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.

What makes Spit Out the Bone by Metallica notable?

'Spit Out the Bone' received critical acclaim, highlighting Metallica's enduring influence in heavy metal and thrash scenes. The song contributed to the album debuting at number one on charts worldwide, reaffirming Metallica's commercial viability and artistic relevance years into their career. By the time 'Spit Out the Bone' was released in 2017, Metallica was well-established as a titan of heavy metal. This track came as part of their eleventh studio album, 'Hardwired... to Self-Destruct', which marked their first album since 2008's 'Death Magnetic', showcasing a return to their thrash roots.

How many songs are on Spit Out the Bone?

Spit Out the Bone has 1 track, running approximately 4 minutes.

Tracklist

1 track·4:37

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Spit Out the Bone (Radio Edit) Standout 4:37

Release Date

November 14, 2017

Genre

heavy metal, thrash metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

4 min 37 sec