Jon Wiederhorn

Read the story behind this revolutionary debut.

Their follow-up to 'The Black Album.'

On May 10, 1983, a metal revolution was underway.

Then we wound up with two amazing thrash bands.

It wasn't an April Fool's joke.

The legendary third album and major label debut from Metallica.

On Jan. 17, 2001, bassist Jason Newsted revealed the news that he was exiting Metallica.

Metallica stepping way outside their comfort zone.

The second half of what was supposed to be a double album.

On Sept. 27, 1986, Metallica's Cliff Burton was killed in a bus crash.