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Resources: Metallica (Black Album) by Metallica |
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Overall Rating: 4.4 (of 5) |
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From 15 votes total |
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Reviewed on 1/7/00 by
Jason Reich
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Rating: 
I'll try to keep things short here.
This album was a huge turning point for Metallica. As they found mainstream popularity, they met alot of resistance from the metal crowd. They were accused of "softening up" for the record and things only got worse with load and reload. In truth, this album was a milestone in each individual member's musical career, and for the band as a whole.
I'd say Hammet wins the MIP (most improved player) award here. His solos show serious thought and clever composition with a blues foundation and metal accents ("Wherever I may roam").
Hetfeild explores other sides of songwriting with "Nothing Else Matters" and "Unforgiven". His lets his naturally good voice shine through and finds more confidence in his singing ("Nothing Else Matters").
As for Newsted... you can hear him now! Newsted comes out of hiding and steps into the mix with some great basslines ("My friend of misery").
Lars learns the important lesson of restraint and sticks to a much more subtle, yet poweful approach to drumming ("Holier than thou").
Another 5th contributor to this album is the master producer Bob Rock. His style of production works perfectly with the bands new musical tastes and he brings them out perfectly. He is also a pretty funny guy.
If you hate Metallica, you won't like this album. If you love Metallica, you already have this album. My personal favorite. |
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