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Metallica is an iconic American metal band formed in 1981 by James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich in Los Angeles. They have established themselves as one of the most influential groups in rock history, becoming pioneers of thrash metal. Alongside Slayer, Megadeth, and Anthrax, Metallica is part of the «Big Four» of this genre. The current lineup also includes Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo.
With the release of the album Master of Puppets in 1986, which became a thrash metal benchmark, Metallica gained cult status. Their fifth album, known as The Black Album, was a commercial success, topping the Billboard 200 chart. Despite mixed reactions to the album St. Anger in 2003, Metallica continues to dominate the music scene, evidenced by their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009.
Since 2012, the band has been releasing their music independently through their label Blackened Recordings. Metallica has sold over 125 million albums worldwide and won nine Grammy Awards. Their music continues to inspire millions of fans globally, and according to Spotify, they remain the most popular metal band. Don’t miss the chance to be part of history and enjoy an unforgettable show by one of the greatest rock bands of all time.