Jon Wiederhorn

Discover the untold story behind Metallica's 'Kill Em All' album, including the band's creative struggles and collaborative process.

Their follow-up to 'The Black Album' arrived five years later. Revisit the story of Metallica's 'Load' album.

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

It was a bummer when Metallica fired Dave Mustaine, but then we wound up with two amazing thrash bands.

It wasn't an April Fool's joke. Kirk Hammett got the call to come audition for Metallica.

On March 3, 1986, Metallica released 'Master of Puppets'. Get the story behind the album.

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 for Metallica.

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