Jon Wiederhorn

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.

Get the story to the follow-up to the panned 'St. Anger.'

On Aug. 12, 1991, Metallica released their biggest selling disc, known as 'The Black Album' to fans.

How would Metallica follow up 'Kill 'Em All'? On July 27, 1984, we got 'Ride the Lightning.'

Read the story behind this revolutionary debut.

Their follow-up to 'The Black Album.'