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Metallica is one of the most influential and successful heavy metal bands of all time. With a career spanning over four decades, they have sold over 125 million records worldwide and won numerous awards, including nine Grammy Awards. Metallica's music is characterized by its aggression, energy, and technical proficiency, and they have been credited with helping to popularize thrash metal.

Metallica - Updated Edition: The Complete Illustrated History

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Metallica Updated Edition: The Complete Illustrated History is the definitive guide to this iconic band. This comprehensive volume chronicles the band's journey from their humble beginnings in Los Angeles to their global domination, featuring exclusive interviews, rare photographs, and stunning artwork. The book is a must-read for any fan of Metallica or heavy metal music.

The Early Years

Metallica was formed in 1981 by James Hetfield (vocals, rhythm guitar),Lars Ulrich (drums),Dave Mustaine (lead guitar),and Ron McGovney (bass guitar). The band's early years were marked by a number of lineup changes, but by 1983, the classic lineup of Hetfield, Ulrich, Kirk Hammett (lead guitar),and Cliff Burton (bass guitar) was in place.

Metallica's first album, Kill 'Em All, was released in 1983 and was a critical and commercial success. The album's aggressive sound and fast tempos helped to define the genre of thrash metal. Metallica followed up Kill 'Em All with a string of successful albums, including Ride the Lightning (1984),Master of Puppets (1986),...And Justice for All (1988),and the Black Album (1991).

The Death of Cliff Burton

In September 1986, Metallica suffered a tragic loss when Cliff Burton was killed in a bus accident while the band was on tour in Sweden. Burton was a talented bassist and a key member of Metallica, and his death was a devastating blow to the band.

Metallica was determined to continue after Burton's death, and they recruited Jason Newsted to replace him on bass. Newsted played on Metallica's next two albums, ...And Justice for All and the Black Album, but he left the band in 2001.

The 1990s and Beyond

The 1990s were a turbulent time for Metallica. The band's music became more experimental, and they faced criticism from some fans for selling out. However, Metallica remained one of the most popular bands in the world, and they continued to release successful albums, including Load (1996),ReLoad (1997),St. Anger (2003),and Death Magnetic (2008).

In recent years, Metallica has continued to tour and record, and they have released two new albums, Hardwired... to Self-Destruct (2016) and 72 Seasons (2023). The band remains one of the most influential and successful heavy metal bands of all time, and their music continues to inspire fans around the world.

Metallica Updated Edition: The Complete Illustrated History is the definitive guide to one of the most influential bands in heavy metal music. This comprehensive volume chronicles the band's journey from their humble beginnings in Los Angeles to their global domination, featuring exclusive interviews, rare photographs, and stunning artwork. The book is a must-read for any fan of Metallica or heavy metal music.