Metallica's new album

Little Horn · 06-04-2008, 11:06 AM

What can I say. I'm a metal head and I will always love early Metallica. With every album they've released I always get my hopes up and say to myself "they're going to figure it out this time and kick ass again". Every time, I'm severely let down. I do have to say though, this time I feel may actually be different. I just read a pretty detailed review from some people that have had the opportunity to preview the new material. It is posted below in full. I'm curious to see what you guys think.

Rock Sound writes: "On first impressions and just one listen, Rock Sound can confirm that the songs we've heard sound very much like classic METALLICA in vibe, harking back to the days of 'Master Of Puppets', '�And Justice For All' (but with bass) and the [self-titled 'black'] album � without sounding dated or tired.

"Of the six tracks Rock Sound heard this afternoon, only one had a working title � 'Flamingo'. With a slow intro, the song was reminiscent of 'Battery' in vibe, with two guitar solos and an undercurrent of melody and groove.

"The first single is an epic power rocker in the vein of 'The Unforgiven', 'Nothing Else Matters' and 'Sanitarium', with a mid-tempo, head-banging section and some THIN LIZZY-esque twin guitar riffage.

"Another song features the lyrics, 'Into abyss, you don't exist, you can't resist the Judas kiss'; another features an almost RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE-esque drum 'n' bass undercurrent and lyrics about 'suicide' and 'cyanide'; while the final song we heard, dubbed 'The Song', clocks in at under five minutes and is a galloping thrash attack with quirks, and a sniff of TESTAMENT about it!

"We suspect other song titles could include 'Die Hard', 'Show Your Scars', and 'My Apocalypse' � but we cannot be held responsible if none of these titles or lyrics are accurate!

"Thankfully � there are plenty of Kirk Hammett traditional guitar solos and a decent drum sound. Hetfield's voice sounds in fine form too. All of the songs have many different parts to them, giving the impression that the quartet is revisiting the epic vibe of the band's 'classic' period."

Metal Hammer reports: "What do the songs sound like? Track one, which is only known by the cryptic working title 'Flamingo', opens up on thunderous rolling drums as lead guitar meets them head on, a flaring up in stop-start motion before it pulls itself together in rushes forward in classic thrash style, all crunching 'Fight Fire With Fire' riffs and drilling beats. It takes at least two minutes for James Hetfield's vocals to come in, and while they sound furious, this isn't the grittiest he's ever sounded, more open in tone, but while there's still a memorable vocal line for the 'chorus,' and there is so much going on in the song, and so many ideas thrown in and discarded for the next one that it's hard on first listen to pick out one riff that you're going to remember it by. But with galloping riffs and the return of guitar breaks rising up from out of the grooves you can hear the true METALLICA spirit, even though its as if reflected in mirrored mosaic.

"Track two is at heart an anthemic ballad that recalls 'Fight Fire With Fire' and 'Nothing Else Matters', with a chiming guitar intro, airy vocals and some slightly convoluted, progressive-style bridges that mutate into urgent riffing, more galloping riffs and guitar solos. Again, the song has a number of different sections, but it still sounds massive.

"Track three kicks off on a stop-start riff flecked with Eastern touches, as other bustling guitar lines play off each other and Hetfield's vocals retain the power of old, like some monolithic prophet overlooking events as mid-paced, chugging riffs come in, sounding like an army on the march, methodically shooting anyone in their path.

"Track four is reminiscent of 'Master Of Puppets' with more than a touch of heads-down SLAYER pacing thrown in. After an artillery-lobbing drum-led intro, it quickly sets off on marching, thrash mode, Hetfield's spat vocals taking melodic digressions, as he roars 'Bow down, surrender unto me.' The song's groove carries you along as it opens up into guitar atomospherics that bring LED ZEP to mind. It isn't quite the kind of irresistible monster they've created before, but METALLICA still prove they can still sound lean and epic at the same time, and when the track drops out into the grove mid-way though, you can imagine the chants coming from the crowds live.

"Track five has another strong opening, with an uncharacteristic bouncing groove not a million miles away from RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE making appearances throughout setting off sharp riffs that come up against an irregular barrage of percussion that sets it off briefly on a more melodic path and builds up once again into a thrilling riff-fest mayhem.

"Track six is the 'song', considerably shorter than the others, but full of clinically sharp riffing, more SLAYER-esque parts and galloping grooves, all hustle and bustle with a tinge of Eastern melody thrown in once more.

"Initial impressions is that this is an album that's going to get our blood chugging, but whether it's all we hoped for is going to take more plays to answer. Ultimately we're hugely relieved and pretty damn thrilled, and we can't ****ing wait to hear the rest."

EndUnknown · 06-04-2008, 11:27 AM

sounds SWEET! me want!

stinkdog2008 · 06-04-2008, 12:09 PM

I think metallica should stop. Don't get me wrong, they are a GODLY band, but enough is enough. Especially with all the older band coming out with new albums.

EndUnknown · 06-04-2008, 03:15 PM

If this album is good, then YAY! if it sux, then they are done imo. they havent put out a good album since black, but this one sounds like it could be good.

Cloud Strife · 06-04-2008, 03:51 PM

Wow, I was just listening to Metallica on my way home!

This looks interesting, maybe I'll take a look

Locke · 06-04-2008, 04:22 PM

I lost hope for Metallica somewhere back around Load(though Fuel kicked ass), so I haven't expected much from them. However, if the albums turns out to be as glowing as this review seems to lend it to be(Battery is in my top ten songs ever, so I can't wait to hear Flamingo), then I will have some faith in them. If they crush my hopes again though, I don't care how good they get.....for whom the bell tolls! (Gotta love the old vocals, really)

Little Horn · 06-04-2008, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Locke

I lost hope for Metallica somewhere back around Load(though Fuel kicked ass), so I haven't expected much from them. However, if the albums turns out to be as glowing as this review seems to lend it to be(Battery is in my top ten songs ever, so I can't wait to hear Flamingo), then I will have some faith in them. If they crush my hopes again though, I don't care how good they get.....for whom the bell tolls! (Gotta love the old vocals, really)

I tell myself that same thing after every album. I try to make myself hate them but deep down inside I can't. Metallica is my biggest influence and as much as I LOVE Pantera Metallica will always been my number one band. I can't lie to myself about that anymore.

Rocky32189 · 06-04-2008, 05:53 PM

I can't wait for this album. It seems like they are finally giving the fans what they want.

Carlos · 06-05-2008, 06:26 AM

Mission Met has some previews (very little but it helps)

bobbyeggo · 06-05-2008, 06:38 PM

I honestly like songs from basically any of their albums, but I totally understand how fans from their early days would be saddened by each new album. Their music from the early days is amazing, though. The reason I also like the black album and on is because I generally like alternative music. But I hope this new album is amazing and reminiscent of their earlier days.

3�G�R · 06-06-2008, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Dark616

If this album is good, then YAY! if it sux, then they are done imo. they havent put out a good album since black, but this one sounds like it could be good.

yeah all the other albms wernt good

da_mean_cat · 07-01-2008, 04:33 AM

I'm waiting for it. Many ppl don't like black album much. I'm a metal head and I loved Black Album. Specially because I love melodic metal and Black Album was more melody than just playing heavy. I sure hope this new album revives in me the love I have for Metallica. A love that Load and Reload kinda killed. Not so much Reload since it has like 3 cool songs but Load... well, let me put it this way... My dog really like playing freesbie with me

EndUnknown · 07-01-2008, 06:13 AM

I think James' voice has changed too much over the years. it won't be the same. It may be good tho.

133794m3r · 07-01-2008, 02:14 PM

how much longer will I have to wait?

joca223 · 07-04-2008, 06:18 PM

the new album is due in september... first single should be very soon

da_mean_cat · 07-05-2008, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by 133794m3r

how much longer will I have to wait?

It looks like, until we're old like Lars Ulrich

zunediamond · 07-30-2008, 12:34 PM

September 23rd, 2008!

theDark · 07-30-2008, 01:22 PM

You know how bad Mettalica have got? I'm going to Reading 08 and I'm purposefully avoiding their set.

Toast · 08-05-2008, 10:07 PM

Metallica (anything up to the Black album)=Good
Metallica (anything after the black album)=

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Little Horn Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 579 Reputation: 46 $zB: 394 Donate	Metallica's new album What can I say. I'm a metal head and I will always love early Metallica. With every album they've released I always get my hopes up and say to myself "they're going to figure it out this time and kick ass again". Every time, I'm severely let down. I do have to say though, this time I feel may actually be different. I just read a pretty detailed review from some people that have had the opportunity to preview the new material. It is posted below in full. I'm curious to see what you guys think. Rock Sound writes: "On first impressions and just one listen, Rock Sound can confirm that the songs we've heard sound very much like classic METALLICA in vibe, harking back to the days of 'Master Of Puppets', '�And Justice For All' (but with bass) and the [self-titled 'black'] album � without sounding dated or tired. "Of the six tracks Rock Sound heard this afternoon, only one had a working title � 'Flamingo'. With a slow intro, the song was reminiscent of 'Battery' in vibe, with two guitar solos and an undercurrent of melody and groove. "The first single is an epic power rocker in the vein of 'The Unforgiven', 'Nothing Else Matters' and 'Sanitarium', with a mid-tempo, head-banging section and some THIN LIZZY-esque twin guitar riffage. "Another song features the lyrics, 'Into abyss, you don't exist, you can't resist the Judas kiss'; another features an almost RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE-esque drum 'n' bass undercurrent and lyrics about 'suicide' and 'cyanide'; while the final song we heard, dubbed 'The Song', clocks in at under five minutes and is a galloping thrash attack with quirks, and a sniff of TESTAMENT about it! "We suspect other song titles could include 'Die Hard', 'Show Your Scars', and 'My Apocalypse' � but we cannot be held responsible if none of these titles or lyrics are accurate! "Thankfully � there are plenty of Kirk Hammett traditional guitar solos and a decent drum sound. Hetfield's voice sounds in fine form too. All of the songs have many different parts to them, giving the impression that the quartet is revisiting the epic vibe of the band's 'classic' period." Metal Hammer reports: "What do the songs sound like? Track one, which is only known by the cryptic working title 'Flamingo', opens up on thunderous rolling drums as lead guitar meets them head on, a flaring up in stop-start motion before it pulls itself together in rushes forward in classic thrash style, all crunching 'Fight Fire With Fire' riffs and drilling beats. It takes at least two minutes for James Hetfield's vocals to come in, and while they sound furious, this isn't the grittiest he's ever sounded, more open in tone, but while there's still a memorable vocal line for the 'chorus,' and there is so much going on in the song, and so many ideas thrown in and discarded for the next one that it's hard on first listen to pick out one riff that you're going to remember it by. But with galloping riffs and the return of guitar breaks rising up from out of the grooves you can hear the true METALLICA spirit, even though its as if reflected in mirrored mosaic. "Track two is at heart an anthemic ballad that recalls 'Fight Fire With Fire' and 'Nothing Else Matters', with a chiming guitar intro, airy vocals and some slightly convoluted, progressive-style bridges that mutate into urgent riffing, more galloping riffs and guitar solos. Again, the song has a number of different sections, but it still sounds massive. "Track three kicks off on a stop-start riff flecked with Eastern touches, as other bustling guitar lines play off each other and Hetfield's vocals retain the power of old, like some monolithic prophet overlooking events as mid-paced, chugging riffs come in, sounding like an army on the march, methodically shooting anyone in their path. "Track four is reminiscent of 'Master Of Puppets' with more than a touch of heads-down SLAYER pacing thrown in. After an artillery-lobbing drum-led intro, it quickly sets off on marching, thrash mode, Hetfield's spat vocals taking melodic digressions, as he roars 'Bow down, surrender unto me.' The song's groove carries you along as it opens up into guitar atomospherics that bring LED ZEP to mind. It isn't quite the kind of irresistible monster they've created before, but METALLICA still prove they can still sound lean and epic at the same time, and when the track drops out into the grove mid-way though, you can imagine the chants coming from the crowds live. "Track five has another strong opening, with an uncharacteristic bouncing groove not a million miles away from RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE making appearances throughout setting off sharp riffs that come up against an irregular barrage of percussion that sets it off briefly on a more melodic path and builds up once again into a thrilling riff-fest mayhem. "Track six is the 'song', considerably shorter than the others, but full of clinically sharp riffing, more SLAYER-esque parts and galloping grooves, all hustle and bustle with a tinge of Eastern melody thrown in once more. "Initial impressions is that this is an album that's going to get our blood chugging, but whether it's all we hoped for is going to take more plays to answer. Ultimately we're hugely relieved and pretty damn thrilled, and we can't ***ing wait to hear the rest." __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.* [ I considered the horns, and, behold, there came up among them another little horn, before whom there were three of the first horns plucked up by the roots: and, behold, in this horn were eyes like the eyes of man, and a mouth speaking great things.[/

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stinkdog2008 Squirt Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 26 Reputation: 10 $zB: 28 Donate	I think metallica should stop. Don't get me wrong, they are a GODLY band, but enough is enough. Especially with all the older band coming out with new albums.

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Locke I eat zewbabies. Mwahaha! Support Team Jr. Staff Elite Zuner Join Date: May 2008 Location: The original n00blet chef Posts: 2,218 Reputation: 202 $zB: 315 Donate Awards Showcase Total Awards: 3	I lost hope for Metallica somewhere back around Load(though Fuel kicked ass), so I haven't expected much from them. However, if the albums turns out to be as glowing as this review seems to lend it to be(Battery is in my top ten songs ever, so I can't wait to hear Flamingo), then I will have some faith in them. If they crush my hopes again though, I don't care how good they get.....for whom the bell tolls! (Gotta love the old vocals, really)

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Rocky32189 Squirt Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 29 Reputation: 11 $zB: 23 Donate	I can't wait for this album. It seems like they are finally giving the fans what they want.

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da_mean_cat Jr. Zuner Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 33 Reputation: 11 $zB: 30 Donate	I'm waiting for it. Many ppl don't like black album much. I'm a metal head and I loved Black Album. Specially because I love melodic metal and Black Album was more melody than just playing heavy. I sure hope this new album revives in me the love I have for Metallica. A love that Load and Reload kinda killed. Not so much Reload since it has like 3 cool songs but Load... well, let me put it this way... My dog really like playing freesbie with me

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joca223 Squirt Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 11 Reputation: 14 $zB: 9 Donate	the new album is due in september... first single should be very soon

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