METALLICA 'M72 TOUR' AUSTRALIAN TOUR TICKETS 2025

All You Need To Know About Metallica

Metallica is a heavy metal band based in San Rafael, California, America. The band was formed in Los Angeles in 1981 after vocalist and guitarist, James Hetfield, responded to an advertisement placed in a local newspaper by drummer, Lars Ulrich. Hetfield, Ulrich, long-time lead guitarist Kirk Hammett, and bassist Robert Trujillo make up Metallica's current line-up, while former members include guitarist Dave Mustaine (who established Megadeth) and bassists Ron McGovney, Cliff Burton, and Jason Newsted.

Metallica's first four albums gained the band a growing underground music fan following and critical acclaim. Their third album, ‘Master of Puppets’ (1986), was hailed as one of the most influential and heaviest thrash metal albums. With their namesake fifth album, ‘Metallica’ (1991), which appealed to a more general audience, the band widened its musical direction and enjoyed significant commercial success. It was also their first album to debut at number one on the Billboard 200, which they repeated with their following five studio albums.

Metallica has released 11 studio albums, four live albums, five extended plays, 39 music videos, and 37 singles during its career. The band has won nine Grammy Awards and has had six albums launch at number one on the Billboard 200 in a row. In the United States, the band's self-titled 1991 album has sold over 16 million copies, making it one of the best-selling albums of all time.

Metallica is the third-best-selling music artist in the United States since Nielsen SoundScan began tracking sales in 1991, with 58 million albums sold. Metallica worked with producer Bob Rock for a long time, producing four of the band's studio albums between 1990 and 2003 and serving as a temporary bassist during the recording of St. Anger. Metallica founded the independent record label Blackened Recordings in 2012 and now owns all of the band's albums and films.

The band’s most recent album — 72 Season — was released in 2023 and received generally positive reviews from critics. Metallica's rapid, heavy tempos, instrumental rifts, and legendary showmanship have won them over 125 million album sales worldwide, as well as unprecedented underground and mainstream success.

Top 3 Best Metallica Songs

1. "Master of Puppets" (1986)- This iconic track from the album of the same name is often hailed as one of Metallica's masterpieces. Its intricate guitar riffs, powerful lyrics about addiction and control, and dynamic structure make it a defining song in heavy metal.
2.  "Enter Sandman" (1991)- A staple of Metallica’s repertoire, "Enter Sandman" features a memorable riff and haunting lyrics that explore themes of childhood fears and nightmares. It’s one of the band's most commercially successful songs and has become a classic rock anthem.
3. "One" (1988)- From the album ...And Justice for All, "One" is a poignant anti-war song that combines heavy instrumentation with melodic elements. Its powerful lyrics tell the story of a soldier's traumatic experience, and the track's music video, featuring footage from the film Johnny Got His Gun, further emphasizes its emotional weight.

Upcoming Metallica’s ‘M72 World Tour’ 2025 Australia and New Zealand Tour

Metallica’s ‘M72 World Tour’ 2025 Australia and New Zealand dates have been announced with Evanescence and Suicidal Tendencies to support.

This record-breaking tour will reach stadiums in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, and Auckland in November 2025. Fans can anticipate an incredible show that includes the iconic Snake Pit positioned at the front of the stage.

Upcoming Metallica’s ‘M72 World Tour’ 2025 Australia and New Zealand Tour Dates

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