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St. Anger

Metallica · 2003

13 min · 4 tracks · heavy metal ยท thrash metal

A raw, aggressive soundscape where chaotic rhythms collide with anguished, cathartic vocals.

St. Anger is a single by Metallica, released in 2003. A raw, aggressive soundscape where chaotic rhythms collide with anguished, cathartic vocals. 'St. Anger' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, reflecting Metallica's enduring commercial appeal despite mixed critical reviews. The album's unfiltered approach and personal themes resonated with fans, helping to spark discussions about mental health and addiction in rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does St. Anger sound like?

A raw, aggressive soundscape where chaotic rhythms collide with anguished, cathartic vocals. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.

What makes St. Anger by Metallica notable?

'St. Anger' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, reflecting Metallica's enduring commercial appeal despite mixed critical reviews. The album's unfiltered approach and personal themes resonated with fans, helping to spark discussions about mental health and addiction in rock music. Released in 2003, 'St. Anger' marked Metallica's first studio album since the controversial departure of bassist Jason Newsted in 2001. This album represented a significant shift as they embraced a more stripped-down sound, moving away from the polished production of their previous works.

How many songs are on St. Anger?

St. Anger has 4 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·13:07

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 St. Anger Standout 7:23
  • 2 Commando 1:48
  • 3 Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World 2:13
  • 4 Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue 1:42

Release Date

June 23, 2003

Genre

heavy metal, thrash metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

13 min 7 sec