Metallica

Heavy Metal

Metallica is an American Heavy Metal band formed in 1981. The original lineup was James Hetfield (Vocalist and Rhythm guitarist) Dave Mustaine (Lead Guitar) Lars Ulrich (Drums) Ron McGovney (Bassist) The group came into mainstream from their Self-Titled album and the hit single 'Enter Sandman '.With their first two albums, Kill 'Em All and Ride The Lightning reaching underground success, their third effort, Master of Puppets has since become one of the most important heavy metal albums ever, as it became the first thrash metal album to be certified platinum. The title track has since become the band's most played song live.On September 27, 1986, bass player Cliff Burton was killed after he was thrown out of the window and crushed to death.Metallica released their first music video in 1989. The song was One from their 1988 album, ...And Justice For All.The song received heavy critical acclaim and has since become their most played song from the album.The album also saw the debut of new bassist, Jason Newsted.Their fifth album, Metallica(also known as the Black Album), took more of a mainstream approach and has since become one of the best selling albums in America, certified 16 x Platinum.The album spawned five singles, Enter Sandman, The Unforgiven, Nothing Else Matters, Wherever I May Roam and Sad But True.