Lars drumming is lacking on all these songs, but I kind of give him some slack because of his age. Im a drummer in my 40’s and I’m having trouble keeping up so I could imagine being nearly 60 would be rough.
Metallica's experimental phase was Re-Load and St. Anger...both of which contain few songs that I enjoy. They returned to their roots a bit with Death Magnetic and even more with Hardwired to Self Destruct. Considering that 72 Seasons might be the final Metallica album ever, I think they have come full circle in their musical journey producing rocking music. We should all be thankful.
Being 60 years old, 40 years into their career, they're not going to reinvent the wheel. There's only so many riffs and chords on the guitar. They've changed numerous times, from Justice to the Black album, Load era, St. Anger, and now modern Metallica. They dont need to experiment. I love the new songs. 72 Season will be awesome!
Respectfully, IMO, James' voice has gotten better with age. Don't get me wrong, I love the early days, but James clearly sounded like a teenager in the first two albums. By Justice and Black album, he voice matured. But the last few albums, and this one in particular, James sounds very powerful. It just hits different, and I'm loving it!
Completely agree, I love every era of James's voice, but his vocals from Death Magnetic onward sound better than ever before. He's done a lot of work on his vocal technique and it's very noticeable, he's aged like fine wine imo.
This one is my favorite as well. I little longer than it needed to be. BUT, I have figured out their mentality…and it goes along with the evolution of their songwriting. James is a RIFF MACHINE, and he’s going through the iterations of major stepping stones in the song. So we get 1,2,3,4+ versions of a riff. They have done that in each song except for Lux. Lux is the only one short enough to get solid airplay to hook new listeners and then they get pulled into the rabbit hole that is a twisting turning Metallica song. It’s going to be a good two shows in Arlington, TX. You moved too soon, Hef!!
Let's be real. If this was released by any small underground band, we wouldn't be justifying this songwriting. People would just say "well these guys have some improving to do" and move on
@@ShadowKiller571 I agree. But when you have a band that you have been with their entire career or your entire listening to music experience (I’ve listened for 32 years), it’s less about me justifying what they are doing. It IS me understanding what they are doing from a songwriting/production angle. They are going to do whatever the hell they want, and they have always said they don’t write for the fans. I’m a lifer, so I’m going to listen anyway. And no one has to justify what they listen to to me or vice versa. 🤘🏼
lol "evolution", this band has been in constant de-evolution for 25yrs ffs! They are smashing crap together, forcing things to work, super repetitive, and now lyrically James is done...one word with rhymes is all he has now! He sounds like he read Dr. Seuss for lyric inspiration ffs! Then the sound? My god where to even begin...they would fuck up a cup of coffee!
90s and early 2000s was their experimentation period. They’re back to the old formula of song writing. Respect to these legends for putting out good music in their 60s…
James voice and vocal range on the singles have been mind blowing the gruffness and his age make it “chefs kiss” definitely hyped for the album to be released
I think "Lux Æterna" was a good first single. "Screaming Suicide" was okay. "If Darkness Had a Son" and "72 Seasons" are definitely my favorites so far.
As a songwriter myself, I try to do something completely or almost completely different with each new song, and while I'm happy to have that desire to always experiment, it can make my music come across as erratic in style/voice when listened to as a collective, which I'm personally fine with, but it can be off-putting to a lot of people, and sometimes I wonder what my "style" really is, or if I'll ever find the happy medium between experimentation and refinement. In the end, I choose to trust the process, and know in my heart that if I'm happy with the song, that's a blessing, and if others are happy with it, too, it's a miracle. In short, yes, I'd like Metallica to experiment a bit more, but I just can't help but smile every time I hear something new from them, and in the end, that's what I'm grateful for.
They experimented on Load/Reload and St. Anger, and got tons of back lash for it... I believe they took experimenting too far in different genres even.... What I only hate is that they didn't put out many albums after the Black album... so they kinda narrowed the chances a bit to put out more quality music. I liked DM very much, Hirdwired was really good, but the gaps between the albums were hhuge, like 6 7 years on average....
Lars' basic beats somehow give Metallica that special feel of a garage part time band. But on the other hand their songwriting and riffs make them so proficient in their craft. They have the most recognizable sound in metal music that makes you rock out to it, and it is what really makes them a band for the ages.
This song definitely gave me more hope for the album as a whole. It’s easily the best one, so far. I can’t wait to hear the whole album! Listening to new Metallica will never get old to me. There’s just no other band that does that to me. Metallica 🐐🤘🏼
As far a Metallica recycling riffs is concerned, after 40 years of making music there is only so many riffs to create. Also, from what I've gathered from all these new songs so far is that it is an homage to all their influence and different sounds. So that's why the riffs are "recycled". That's the whole point of the song and album. It's genius actually.
Metallica have experimented more than just about any band in history. From the concept-type-album Justice, to the heavily produced Black Album, to the two Load session albums, to St. Anger, to S&M playing live with a Symphony, to making a 3D movie, to the now infamous Lulu album with Lou Reed. If any…and I mean ANY band has paid their due and earned the right to just do what they do best (which they still do better than anyone in the game) it’s freaking Metallica. They’re literally the least “play it safe” band in existence. Ya feel me? 😉✌️
@@Leovold they have hits in like 5 different genres. What u mean? They have done everything from like thrash metal to straight up folk. Idk what’s there to debate lol.
I... almost agree with that. Metallica is one of the bands that will have tried the most new things in his career... While remaining nevertheless in the rock sphere ! With the exception of symphonics which remain Live nevertheless, not original symphonic compositions. Metallica is the most experimental "Metal" band in activity, yes. But other bands have spent their lives never repeating themselves. Like Linkin Park (indeed) and Muse, to quote the most mainstream. Muse dude, a shit band maybe, but constantly innovating in their sound ; Alternative, Heavy, Doom, Pop, Orchestral, Electronic (Dubstep), Jazz etc. Still, Metallica IS incredible. No Doubt.
I agree. But there is another example, like Linkin Park, or Bring Me The Horizon. I mean, they just head-lighted Download Festival ahead of Metallica, and that’s very shocking to me!
That’s the Metallica “formula” I love. Long intro, the typical heavy drum set, the riffs, the switches, all of it. Clean and predictable 😂 This is the 90’s Metallica I’ve been missing 🖤
Hey Alex! New Metallica! 🤘 I agree with you. The long intro, letting the instruments speak, and James’ immortal voice is the Metallica we know and love. Saying you think you heard this before, I can also see your point. I think it’s reminiscent of old school Metallica and perhaps they’re visiting their roots once again, coming full circle in their 72 seasons. ❤ I’m available for liner notes guys if needed. 😂😂❤
100% if you tell Kirk that you love Metallica and you do reactions, he'd actually would just stop up and have a conversation with you about what you're doing and probably say "Woooow dude, that's awesome" Kirk is just a chill, down to earth stand up guy
Ever since touring for years straight when the Black Album came out, James has worked with vocal coaches to preserve and enhance his voice and I believe that it's worked. While it's not my favorite decade of their musically, I think James' voice was at it's strongest in the 90's and is still strong today.
Idgaf who says what, James, Lars, Kirk, and Rob, are killing it man. To be this far in their career and still dropping straight 🔥like this, brings a smile to my inner kid!
This might be the most Metallica-sounding Metallica song ever and it's definitely my favorite song released from the new album so far. It might be a little "formulaic", but it's the best formula from any artist ever, at least in my opinion. I think they went through their experimental phase with St. Anger (which I love) and Lulu (not that anyone really considers that a Metallica record) and got their heads back on straight with the help of Rick Ruben on Death Magnetic...and its been all gravy since. I think James' voice sounds as good, if not better than Justice/Black albums, and WAY better than Kill 'Em All. I'm a singer and guitar player (wonder where that influence came from) and I can only hope that my chops are as strong as Papa Het's when I'm 60, totally defying age and overuse. Can't wait to her the entire new album!
With some bands it's better for them to experiment and make progress but with some bands their "formulaic" sound is the REASON you like that band and if they change their sound they change what you liked about them. It depends.
I must say, that mustasch looks badass on you! Not everybody can pull it off. From what I've heard on these first new Metallica songs is that Lars is trying to prove that he's a really good drummer.
You are right about the fact that the main riff sounds a lot like "Hardwired... to Self destruct" in my opinion this is good because I really like that song
Overkill and Death Angel are good examples of creating basically the same or similar sound for much of their career. They, like Metallica, still sound incredible 🤘🤘
Recycled riffs, Alex you mailed it right on the head. I felt the exact same way during that indo. Sounds like a riff tape from the last 2 albums. But then again you could say the same of Slayer, Megadeth, and Anthrax.
They make you want to be a vigilante against the living dead! This album is four stars so far in my mind, I have listened to it four times & it continually gets better.
One thing that has continuously surprised me about these new songs is how good James' voice sounds. I feel like he's also playing a little bit more with different sounds. This song is more his 'traditional vibe', but son of darkness is much different.
I consider myself to be a real Metallica super fan and I LOVE this song. I have been a fan ever since my teenage years in the 80's. So far I have enjoyed each release but this song is FIRE! Lux Aeterna, screaming suicide and now this all sound eerily similar to Kill 'em All. I hope this rest of the album sounds this good.
Totally understand what you commented to the intro. Song is totally great and I love the energy, but the album all together sometimes sounds like "well, we did not have these 3 chords in this order yet"
If any other band played the same song so that it sounded exactly the same as this, nobody would give it the time of day. It's like they are not trying anymore. We know they have the ability to produce greatness. This is not greatness.
This is the first Metallica song since St. Anger that needed time to grow on me (not much time though). I still have some complaints, but I do enjoy this song. Also, my favorite single is easily Screaming Suicide.
@@DarkReturns1 almost all their songs are like that. We try to digest it right away instead of just letting it in lol. It took me 3 listen to relise this is a banger
Every song is wonderful if you listen to them more than once. I often wonder if reactors give up on a song after just one listen or do they listen again while driving.
This song rips! Love it and I am an “Elitist” 😂 Sure the “formula” is there (reminds me a little of the title track to Hardwired..) but what else do they have to prove? Their experimental era started with Load and ended with St. Anger (Bob Rock era?). Seems like when Trujillo came aboard they returned to their heavier sound. Man, they’re killing it and they’re in their 60s. Fucking phenomenal!
I am amazed at the lack of depth of the reactors at times. Artists by definition are always trying to experiment while maintaining their core signature. If you want them to always create the first 4 albumns then go listen to them. I am enjoying the journey Metallica has taken me on from the early 80's to present. They are raw, powerful, and have exposed their inner souls. That is very scary for an artist. They are the definition of metal/hard rock. Musically they are far more refined, mature, and know how to compose brilliance. This albumn is another one for the ages and just makes me smile.
I don't think they need to change anything because they have the oldschool vibe that we still love in this day and age. not many bands have kept that because of the change in music recently.
It's like Christmas when Metallica drops a new bad ass song, full of Amazing Riffs, Vocals, Drums, Solos & Bass!! Definitely got killem all vibes and new mixed up! Those Riffs are freakin Just plain Amazing & the harmonizing was killer! I seen your face Alex it was priceless! Papa Het sounds like he's gone back in time, seriously his vocals are AMAZING!! I've loved them since RTL, seen them 10x and ill see them 2x in August in California! I will always love them! What an Ass kicking song!! 🥰🤘🎼🎸🖤 Long live Metallica!! I hope they never stop putting out music.🎼
The fact that this song is 7+ minutes long and doesn’t get boring is what makes them great. I have heard 3 minute songs that I can’t wait for to end. This one is a banger. 🤘🏻🤘🏻
Ya, I have to sat 72 seasons is my favorite so far 🤘🏼🖤 But when you say that it has the same formula. Which it does to a point. But there's other bands that are the same way. AC/DC, SLAYER, NIRVANA, Ramones, Breaking Benjamin, to name a few. & yet they ALL sound kicks ass. Even with that same formula 🤘🏼 To just as long they keep giving us great music. Idc if they use the same formula. 🤘🏼 Take care & be Safe 😎🤘🏼
idk if theres a way to formally request a song but i reckon you should check out "Malevolence" literally any song but i reccomend their latest "waste of myself"
Yeah when I heard the main riff kick in I thought to myself “this really has a Moth Into Flame mixed with Spit Out The Bone vibe to it” As someone who loved the Hardwired album I’m not really complaining I wouldn’t say James still sounds the same, his voice has very much changed throughout the years but I like it. A lot of people say “ah it’s shot, he can’t sing like he used to” but imo it’s better. While I am a fan of growly vocals something about James’ melodic yet gravely tone is just 👌🏻👌🏻 IMO bands can and should experiment whenever they feel like it. Whether or not the audience is receptive to it is a different story but experimentation is always healthy and helps keep things fresh and exciting My favorite single has to be Lux Æterna. It’s hype and a bit chaotic and I really dig it
I think Metallica has tried evolving/experimenting more than any other metal band. Load and Reload were quite different and a shock to many people. St. Anger... well that is that but since then they've tried to get back to their older style but they can't quite recapture it.
Personally I don't think they are trying to please anyone or capture and old style. They're not 23 anymore. They are playing exactly what they want to play and they always have.
Excellent album from what I've heard so far. The only album I didn't care for was St. Anger. But I have to say this hits like the older ones. Very pleased.
Metallica is Metallica and everyone knows their sound. They dont change even if they did change it will always sound like Metallica. Too iconic to change. Awesome band, have listened to them since i was able to remember.
word on the street in that 72 seasons is a homage to all their previous albums, if you listen carefully to all the songs each song has a similar riff, similar lyrics, even calling out some previous songs by name and picking certain key lyrics from previous songs and incorporating them into this new album. 72 season is meant to be the first 18 years of your life and how it defines you for the rest of your life. You should listen to some other songs on the album like Room of Mirrors, Screaming Suicide, Shadow Follow, Lux Eterna instant classics.
I think at this point as a die hard fan of Metallica, I'm just happy they still make new music, and play together. They're in their 60's now. Try to make a top 10 list of albums recorded by people in their 60's, ya know? There will be no new Master of Puppets, and that's ok. That was almost 40 years ago and will always be there for us to listen to. It's not changing my life or anything, but I embrace it for what it is and it makes me happy.
For me, it depends on the band as to whether I expect experimentation. Tool for example I’d expect to always be pushing boundaries, but I view Metallica like Motörhead - maybe a bit of something new but on the whole sticking to their sound and being masters of that sound
They are the gods of Heavy Metal nothing more needs to be said. favorite single Breadfan on Harvest of sorrows single lp. It not an orginal but they make it their own.
I Agree with you 100 percent on this song, My Issue with people who shit on this upcoming album and previous albums is that they are expecting Metallica to be something they just aren't anymore, everyone wants the next AJFA or Master of Puppets album and when they dont get it they just focus on all the negative, because yes all these are songs are relatively simple and like you said definitely recycled riffs. Metallica have absolutely nothing to prove anymore. They are 60+ and still releasing extremely fun and energetic songs that is always a joy to listen too. When people start breaking down every minor detail on these songs, explaining why its not good, thats when you lose me. People need to lighten the fuck up and JUST ENJOY METALLICA WHY THEY ARE STILL HERE MAKING KICK ASS MUSIC !!
I thought it sounded for a second like "Seek and Destroy". But it also sounds like a couple others. But it is new Metallica. Whatever it sounds like it's off the first couple albums and that's good. My favorite is "Lux Æterna" but it has been out a couple months. This could become my favorite.
You mentioned is Metallica passed experimenting. I would say yes..load and reload were experimenting, St Anger was a terrible experiment, and now this sounds more inline with traditional Metallica. I think a lot of Metallica fans are happy the band has stopped experimenting and is returning to its ways. This song seems to merge sounds from the first few records and even the load and re load Era. I think it's really good, it's somehow heavy and upbeat
I’ve been thinking about the possibility of you running into Kirk! It would be awesome. He is a sweet humble guy so don’t be afraid. Be yourself if you do. Tell him who you are and what you do. He might enjoy your movie reactions too. He is a huge horror fan and major collector.
Alex! Since you're checking out new Metallica, you should also check out a band that started around the same time with them. Overkill dropped a new album on the same day and it is ridiculous. Same genre but Overkill just kept closer to the thrash sound they started with. One song in particular is Fever and I'm sure you'll dig it. Wouldn't hurt to check out their discography too.
IMHO Alex, yes, it's great to have the freedom to go off and experiment (Rush being a prime example), but for the most part, once a band finds that "winning formula"... if it ain't broke... don't fix it (LOL). Although you may be right about sounding a bit like "Moth Into Flame", there are differences, and if I may... they are sounding much more polished as time goes on. I believe a lot of bands got the well-deserved break they needed once COVID hit, Metallica included. Great review, Brother... LOVE IT !!!
Lol! Back in the Load days people were whining about the experimenting. Being like “what the fuck is the shit?” So I’m glad they have been Metal on the last 3 albums.
Can we all just take a moment and be thankful that we get to be alive in the era of James Hetfield. Dudes like fine wine
That’s the bottom line brother
@@mikekautz5953 CAUSE STONE COLD SAID SO! GIMMIE A HELL YEAH
True but how many times is Lars gonna mess this up live? Then again it makes James mad and he plays harder 😂😂😂
Lars drumming is lacking on all these songs, but I kind of give him some slack because of his age. Im a drummer in my 40’s and I’m having trouble keeping up so I could imagine being nearly 60 would be rough.
@@MotionlessHorizxnWrestleMania 39 Night 1 was just awesome can't wait for Night 2
Metallica's experimental phase was Re-Load and St. Anger...both of which contain few songs that I enjoy. They returned to their roots a bit with Death Magnetic and even more with Hardwired to Self Destruct. Considering that 72 Seasons might be the final Metallica album ever, I think they have come full circle in their musical journey producing rocking music. We should all be thankful.
they're gonna keep going till they're in wheelchairs and one collapses on stage.
After Load its all been shit, its a farce.
@@adamt9579 😂
So correct, no t to mention Lulu...
Load was the start of that phase.
Being 60 years old, 40 years into their career, they're not going to reinvent the wheel. There's only so many riffs and chords on the guitar. They've changed numerous times, from Justice to the Black album, Load era, St. Anger, and now modern Metallica. They dont need to experiment. I love the new songs. 72 Season will be awesome!
This comment right here
"they're not going to reinvent the wheel" made me laugh. thanks for making my day slightly better
Respectfully, IMO, James' voice has gotten better with age. Don't get me wrong, I love the early days, but James clearly sounded like a teenager in the first two albums. By Justice and Black album, he voice matured. But the last few albums, and this one in particular, James sounds very powerful. It just hits different, and I'm loving it!
Completely agree, I love every era of James's voice, but his vocals from Death Magnetic onward sound better than ever before. He's done a lot of work on his vocal technique and it's very noticeable, he's aged like fine wine imo.
For me best vocalist songs were from Load, Reload and Garage inc
Agreed. His vocals are sounding very good. There’s also an attitude he’s conveying nicely.
Yeah man, i totally agree. He sounded like an angry kid until Justice and then getting better and better at every album !
The mid to late 90's, he really came into his own voice, then they flopped it with St. Anger. Ugh. He sounded amazing in the S&M performance.
This one is my favorite as well. I little longer than it needed to be. BUT, I have figured out their mentality…and it goes along with the evolution of their songwriting. James is a RIFF MACHINE, and he’s going through the iterations of major stepping stones in the song. So we get 1,2,3,4+ versions of a riff. They have done that in each song except for Lux. Lux is the only one short enough to get solid airplay to hook new listeners and then they get pulled into the rabbit hole that is a twisting turning Metallica song. It’s going to be a good two shows in Arlington, TX. You moved too soon, Hef!!
nice breakdown dude
Not a fan of that riff structure. So predictable.
Let's be real. If this was released by any small underground band, we wouldn't be justifying this songwriting. People would just say "well these guys have some improving to do" and move on
@@ShadowKiller571 I agree. But when you have a band that you have been with their entire career or your entire listening to music experience (I’ve listened for 32 years), it’s less about me justifying what they are doing. It IS me understanding what they are doing from a songwriting/production angle. They are going to do whatever the hell they want, and they have always said they don’t write for the fans. I’m a lifer, so I’m going to listen anyway. And no one has to justify what they listen to to me or vice versa. 🤘🏼
lol "evolution", this band has been in constant de-evolution for 25yrs ffs! They are smashing crap together, forcing things to work, super repetitive, and now lyrically James is done...one word with rhymes is all he has now! He sounds like he read Dr. Seuss for lyric inspiration ffs! Then the sound? My god where to even begin...they would fuck up a cup of coffee!
Impressed that Papa Het has never lost his voice through singing. Insane preservation over the years.
90s and early 2000s was their experimentation period. They’re back to the old formula of song writing. Respect to these legends for putting out good music in their 60s…
I get a LOT of a Death Magnetic vibe with this song. That drum tempo was almost like a staple on that album. All around, loved the track!
James voice and vocal range on the singles have been mind blowing the gruffness and his age make it “chefs kiss” definitely hyped for the album to be released
feeling blessed that i'm getting new metallica songs, having that same old energy and intensity making me headbang to my heart's core
The Moth To Flame reference was really close. Felt the same thing, but really, it's always amazing to get new Metallica songs. ❤
Heard am i savage, moth in to flames and spit in this
@@adrianjarvis129also hardwired
@@scottvance7520 hardwired 2
For me it's similar to Spit Out the Bone. I like it.
There were some of hardwired, moth into flame and spit out the bone. That's what I've heard
I love that Metallica still records in E tuning and then drops the tuning live to help James out.
This whole new album has a taste of everything of their past albums and I love it
I dont think they will stop to experiment. They just do what their hearts tell them to do and if darkness had a son is a pretty experimental song
I think "Lux Æterna" was a good first single. "Screaming Suicide" was okay. "If Darkness Had a Son" and "72 Seasons" are definitely my favorites so far.
darkness was a failure in my opinion. only thing I liked about that song is chorus.
None of them felt good IMO.
Yeah Lux it's like a speed riff from Kill em all, Screaming suicide like Black album.
Screaming was weak. Darkness and Seasons are the best songs. Lux Æterna is what it is, hardwired to self-destruct part 2
As a songwriter myself, I try to do something completely or almost completely different with each new song, and while I'm happy to have that desire to always experiment, it can make my music come across as erratic in style/voice when listened to as a collective, which I'm personally fine with, but it can be off-putting to a lot of people, and sometimes I wonder what my "style" really is, or if I'll ever find the happy medium between experimentation and refinement. In the end, I choose to trust the process, and know in my heart that if I'm happy with the song, that's a blessing, and if others are happy with it, too, it's a miracle. In short, yes, I'd like Metallica to experiment a bit more, but I just can't help but smile every time I hear something new from them, and in the end, that's what I'm grateful for.
Faith No More comes to mind when you describe your songwriting / song collections.
@@gopodge I’ve only heard one of their songs (the one on Rock Band), so I’ll definitely check them out! Thanks :)
They experimented on Load/Reload and St. Anger, and got tons of back lash for it... I believe they took experimenting too far in different genres even.... What I only hate is that they didn't put out many albums after the Black album... so they kinda narrowed the chances a bit to put out more quality music. I liked DM very much, Hirdwired was really good, but the gaps between the albums were hhuge, like 6 7 years on average....
Lars' basic beats somehow give Metallica that special feel of a garage part time band. But on the other hand their songwriting and riffs make them so proficient in their craft. They have the most recognizable sound in metal music that makes you rock out to it, and it is what really makes them a band for the ages.
This song definitely gave me more hope for the album as a whole. It’s easily the best one, so far. I can’t wait to hear the whole album! Listening to new Metallica will never get old to me. There’s just no other band that does that to me. Metallica 🐐🤘🏼
As far a Metallica recycling riffs is concerned, after 40 years of making music there is only so many riffs to create. Also, from what I've gathered from all these new songs so far is that it is an homage to all their influence and different sounds. So that's why the riffs are "recycled". That's the whole point of the song and album. It's genius actually.
Well said
I CANNOT get enough of this entire album. I'm dying to see them live again. I need my 20th show...
The fact that they are still bringing out kickass music is legendary.
Look like a cop with the moustache. Love the content!!
Metallica have experimented more than just about any band in history. From the concept-type-album Justice, to the heavily produced Black Album, to the two Load session albums, to St. Anger, to S&M playing live with a Symphony, to making a 3D movie, to the now infamous Lulu album with Lou Reed. If any…and I mean ANY band has paid their due and earned the right to just do what they do best (which they still do better than anyone in the game) it’s freaking Metallica. They’re literally the least “play it safe” band in existence. Ya feel me? 😉✌️
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@@Shabeast You are trolling.
@@Leovold they have hits in like 5 different genres. What u mean? They have done everything from like thrash metal to straight up folk. Idk what’s there to debate lol.
I... almost agree with that.
Metallica is one of the bands that will have tried the most new things in his career... While remaining nevertheless in the rock sphere ! With the exception of symphonics which remain Live nevertheless, not original symphonic compositions.
Metallica is the most experimental "Metal" band in activity, yes.
But other bands have spent their lives never repeating themselves. Like Linkin Park (indeed) and Muse, to quote the most mainstream.
Muse dude, a shit band maybe, but constantly innovating in their sound ; Alternative, Heavy, Doom, Pop, Orchestral, Electronic (Dubstep), Jazz etc.
Still, Metallica IS incredible. No Doubt.
I agree.
But there is another example, like Linkin Park, or Bring Me The Horizon. I mean, they just head-lighted Download Festival ahead of Metallica, and that’s very shocking to me!
That’s the Metallica “formula” I love. Long intro, the typical heavy drum set, the riffs, the switches, all of it. Clean and predictable 😂
This is the 90’s Metallica I’ve been missing 🖤
Hey Alex! New Metallica! 🤘
I agree with you. The long intro, letting the instruments speak, and James’ immortal voice is the Metallica we know and love. Saying you think you heard this before, I can also see your point. I think it’s reminiscent of old school Metallica and perhaps they’re visiting their roots once again, coming full circle in their 72 seasons. ❤
I’m available for liner notes guys if needed. 😂😂❤
I would say it's an attempt to mix Ride The Lightning with Master of Puppets.
@@ericomarquesfernandes3646 I love Master of Puppets! Great tune! Loved seeing it revived for new fans in stranger things! ❤️
Oh yes James voice is still awesom. He is like Porto wine, the older the better 👌
Spit Out The Bone vibes big time. Quality song.
That's underrated song
Favorite song off Hardwired
Amazing, that their music always fits in the time they release it.
When Hardwired came out one review I read said " Not the album we wanted but one we needed"
been a fan since '89. lately i have noticed james' voice sounds the most powerful it ever has. the black album would sound badass with this tone
1) 72 Seasons
2) Screaming Suicide
3) Lux Aeterna
4) If Darkness Had A Son
IM SO HYPED FOR THE ALBUM
We are less than two weeks away
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I was watching some dudes reaction yesterday and all three of us like the four singles in the same order which I never thought I would see. 🤘🤘
Same ranking for me. This one rocks!
Same here.
Same ranking here, and I do like Darkness so thats not a knock.
Same
100% if you tell Kirk that you love Metallica and you do reactions, he'd actually would just stop up and have a conversation with you about what you're doing and probably say "Woooow dude, that's awesome" Kirk is just a chill, down to earth stand up guy
Ever since touring for years straight when the Black Album came out, James has worked with vocal coaches to preserve and enhance his voice and I believe that it's worked. While it's not my favorite decade of their musically, I think James' voice was at it's strongest in the 90's and is still strong today.
3:30 It has a general Hardwired vibe to it. Nothing wrong with it, they retooled some of what they do and did touch things up to try it different.
This one is second best, but my favorite is Screaming Suicide, this hits hard, and second half when solo riff starts is amazingly groovy!
Idgaf who says what, James, Lars, Kirk, and Rob, are killing it man. To be this far in their career and still dropping straight 🔥like this, brings a smile to my inner kid!
This might be the most Metallica-sounding Metallica song ever and it's definitely my favorite song released from the new album so far. It might be a little "formulaic", but it's the best formula from any artist ever, at least in my opinion. I think they went through their experimental phase with St. Anger (which I love) and Lulu (not that anyone really considers that a Metallica record) and got their heads back on straight with the help of Rick Ruben on Death Magnetic...and its been all gravy since. I think James' voice sounds as good, if not better than Justice/Black albums, and WAY better than Kill 'Em All. I'm a singer and guitar player (wonder where that influence came from) and I can only hope that my chops are as strong as Papa Het's when I'm 60, totally defying age and overuse. Can't wait to her the entire new album!
With some bands it's better for them to experiment and make progress but with some bands their "formulaic" sound is the REASON you like that band and if they change their sound they change what you liked about them. It depends.
I must say, that mustasch looks badass on you! Not everybody can pull it off.
From what I've heard on these first new Metallica songs is that Lars is trying to prove that he's a really good drummer.
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You are right about the fact that the main riff sounds a lot like "Hardwired... to Self destruct" in my opinion this is good because I really like that song
Overkill and Death Angel are good examples of creating basically the same or similar sound for much of their career. They, like Metallica, still sound incredible 🤘🤘
Overkill's consistency is amazing. Superb band
Overkill play harder and faster than Metallica
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Agree. Death Angel is amazing, underrated band.
Recycled riffs, Alex you mailed it right on the head. I felt the exact same way during that indo. Sounds like a riff tape from the last 2 albums. But then again you could say the same of Slayer, Megadeth, and Anthrax.
They make you want to be a vigilante against the living dead! This album is four stars so far in my mind, I have listened to it four times & it continually gets better.
It does give me Death Magnetic vibes
One thing that has continuously surprised me about these new songs is how good James' voice sounds. I feel like he's also playing a little bit more with different sounds. This song is more his 'traditional vibe', but son of darkness is much different.
I LOVE this song! One of their best in ages! Great reaction man!
To be its a mash up of Hardwired, Moth into Flame, Spit out the Bone and the intro to Pulp Fiction
I consider myself to be a real Metallica super fan and I LOVE this song. I have been a fan ever since my teenage years in the 80's. So far I have enjoyed each release but this song is FIRE! Lux Aeterna, screaming suicide and now this all sound eerily similar to Kill 'em All. I hope this rest of the album sounds this good.
Totally understand what you commented to the intro. Song is totally great and I love the energy, but the album all together sometimes sounds like "well, we did not have these 3 chords in this order yet"
This is the most Metallica that Metallica has sounded like in 20 plus years. This IS the song I've been waiting for from them since I was a teenager.
You should listen to Spit out the bone then, easily their best and most badass song since the Black album!
If any other band played the same song so that it sounded exactly the same as this, nobody would give it the time of day. It's like they are not trying anymore. We know they have the ability to produce greatness. This is not greatness.
This is the first Metallica song since St. Anger that needed time to grow on me (not much time though). I still have some complaints, but I do enjoy this song.
Also, my favorite single is easily Screaming Suicide.
I love this song but it did take me a few days to warm up to it. Weird how that works. Went from "meh" to "fuck yeah" lol
@@DarkReturns1 a lot of load and reload songs had that same effect for me
@@DarkReturns1 almost all their songs are like that. We try to digest it right away instead of just letting it in lol. It took me 3 listen to relise this is a banger
@@DarkReturns1 same here, it took a couple months for it to sink in that this album as a whole is just sick as fuck
Every song is wonderful if you listen to them more than once. I often wonder if reactors give up on a song after just one listen or do they listen again while driving.
This song rips! Love it and I am an “Elitist” 😂 Sure the “formula” is there (reminds me a little of the title track to Hardwired..) but what else do they have to prove? Their experimental era started with Load and ended with St. Anger (Bob Rock era?). Seems like when Trujillo came aboard they returned to their heavier sound. Man, they’re killing it and they’re in their 60s. Fucking phenomenal!
I am amazed at the lack of depth of the reactors at times. Artists by definition are always trying to experiment while maintaining their core signature. If you want them to always create the first 4 albumns then go listen to them. I am enjoying the journey Metallica has taken me on from the early 80's to present. They are raw, powerful, and have exposed their inner souls. That is very scary for an artist. They are the definition of metal/hard rock. Musically they are far more refined, mature, and know how to compose brilliance. This albumn is another one for the ages and just makes me smile.
This is my favorite song from the album so far as well
Your hear the hard times James goes through. Great music created in hard times.
That's the benefit of having a million dollars worth of engineering equipment at your disposal .
This came on while I was on a run the other day, just perfect. That pace and rhythm. And yeah instantly was like, yep this is Metallica.
I like how they went back to the longer songs. No longer trying to make music for the radio.
Their music definitely makes you feel good!🔥🔥🔥 My favorite ✨
I don't think they need to change anything because they have the oldschool vibe that we still love in this day and age. not many bands have kept that because of the change in music recently.
It's like Christmas when Metallica drops a new bad ass song, full of Amazing Riffs, Vocals, Drums, Solos & Bass!! Definitely got killem all vibes and new mixed up! Those Riffs are freakin Just plain Amazing & the harmonizing was killer! I seen your face Alex it was priceless!
Papa Het sounds like he's gone back in time, seriously his vocals are AMAZING!! I've loved them since RTL, seen them 10x and ill see them 2x in August in California! I will always love them! What an Ass kicking song!! 🥰🤘🎼🎸🖤
Long live Metallica!! I hope they never stop putting out music.🎼
It sounds like all nightmare long, nice reminicent. Very similar though
The fact that this song is 7+ minutes long and doesn’t get boring is what makes them great. I have heard 3 minute songs that I can’t wait for to end. This one is a banger. 🤘🏻🤘🏻
Hardwired and this are a return to the roots. amazing
i like all the new songs they have released
That guitar part is the hardest eargasm i’ve heard in a LONG time
Ya, I have to sat 72 seasons is my favorite so far 🤘🏼🖤 But when you say that it has the same formula. Which it does to a point. But there's other bands that are the same way. AC/DC, SLAYER, NIRVANA, Ramones, Breaking Benjamin, to name a few. & yet they ALL sound kicks ass. Even with that same formula 🤘🏼 To just as long they keep giving us great music. Idc if they use the same formula. 🤘🏼 Take care & be Safe 😎🤘🏼
idk if theres a way to formally request a song but i reckon you should check out "Malevolence" literally any song but i reccomend their latest "waste of myself"
Yeah when I heard the main riff kick in I thought to myself “this really has a Moth Into Flame mixed with Spit Out The Bone vibe to it”
As someone who loved the Hardwired album I’m not really complaining
I wouldn’t say James still sounds the same, his voice has very much changed throughout the years but I like it. A lot of people say “ah it’s shot, he can’t sing like he used to” but imo it’s better. While I am a fan of growly vocals something about James’ melodic yet gravely tone is just 👌🏻👌🏻
IMO bands can and should experiment whenever they feel like it. Whether or not the audience is receptive to it is a different story but experimentation is always healthy and helps keep things fresh and exciting
My favorite single has to be Lux Æterna. It’s hype and a bit chaotic and I really dig it
Still brings a smile to your dial even if it’s a little recycled
I think Metallica has tried evolving/experimenting more than any other metal band. Load and Reload were quite different and a shock to many people. St. Anger... well that is that but since then they've tried to get back to their older style but they can't quite recapture it.
Personally I don't think they are trying to please anyone or capture and old style. They're not 23 anymore. They are playing exactly what they want to play and they always have.
Try Bathory
Excellent album from what I've heard so far. The only album I didn't care for was St. Anger. But I have to say this hits like the older ones. Very pleased.
Metallica is Metallica and everyone knows their sound. They dont change even if they did change it will always sound like Metallica. Too iconic to change. Awesome band, have listened to them since i was able to remember.
word on the street in that 72 seasons is a homage to all their previous albums, if you listen carefully to all the songs each song has a similar riff, similar lyrics, even calling out some previous songs by name and picking certain key lyrics from previous songs and incorporating them into this new album. 72 season is meant to be the first 18 years of your life and how it defines you for the rest of your life. You should listen to some other songs on the album like Room of Mirrors, Screaming Suicide, Shadow Follow, Lux Eterna instant classics.
His voice is great and this is the best song they’ve written in years.
I think at this point as a die hard fan of Metallica, I'm just happy they still make new music, and play together. They're in their 60's now. Try to make a top 10 list of albums recorded by people in their 60's, ya know? There will be no new Master of Puppets, and that's ok. That was almost 40 years ago and will always be there for us to listen to. It's not changing my life or anything, but I embrace it for what it is and it makes me happy.
In a month Lars would have forgotten how to play all the new songs.😂😂😂😂😂😂
Great! After all these Years they still know how to kick ass. I will probably buy the new CD just because to appreciate the Band.
Repetitive shit. That’s why I appreciate bands that don’t do the same album over and over and over
The riffs are totally badass though. I appreciate bands that experiment (Metallica has definitely experimented) but in the end, they're a thrash band.
This is my favorite so far as well!
Alex you look like a 70s cop with that mustache and those glasses, and I love it
The band is at their best on this album this song so much energy. And the drumming epic
This is also my favorite single so far. It's been on my playlist since it came out...
For me, it depends on the band as to whether I expect experimentation. Tool for example I’d expect to always be pushing boundaries, but I view Metallica like Motörhead - maybe a bit of something new but on the whole sticking to their sound and being masters of that sound
They are the gods of Heavy Metal nothing more needs to be said. favorite single Breadfan on Harvest of sorrows single lp. It not an orginal but they make it their own.
I think when you keep the concept of the album in mind it improved the quality of each song.
I Agree with you 100 percent on this song, My Issue with people who shit on this upcoming album and previous albums is that they are expecting Metallica to be something they just aren't anymore, everyone wants the next AJFA or Master of Puppets album and when they dont get it they just focus on all the negative, because yes all these are songs are relatively simple and like you said definitely recycled riffs. Metallica have absolutely nothing to prove anymore. They are 60+ and still releasing extremely fun and energetic songs that is always a joy to listen too. When people start breaking down every minor detail on these songs, explaining why its not good, thats when you lose me. People need to lighten the fuck up and JUST ENJOY METALLICA WHY THEY ARE STILL HERE MAKING KICK ASS MUSIC !!
I thought it sounded for a second like "Seek and Destroy". But it also sounds like a couple others. But it is new Metallica. Whatever it sounds like it's off the first couple albums and that's good. My favorite is "Lux Æterna" but it has been out a couple months. This could become my favorite.
I can't remember exactly what it was I was going through when I was 11-15 but I know they got me through some shit. R.i.p
It seriously depends on the band if I expect them to start doing something 'different' or not.
You mentioned is Metallica passed experimenting. I would say yes..load and reload were experimenting, St Anger was a terrible experiment, and now this sounds more inline with traditional Metallica. I think a lot of Metallica fans are happy the band has stopped experimenting and is returning to its ways. This song seems to merge sounds from the first few records and even the load and re load Era. I think it's really good, it's somehow heavy and upbeat
The guitar is not frozen in ice. It's trapped under it.
Almost similar to All Nightmare Long, but great tune, love it!
From one Hefner to another Heffner, by far the best song in decades. Good video.
Alex: "Is Metallica past the experimentation phase?"
Load, Re-Load, Garage Inc., and S&M: "Are we a joke to you?"
I’ve been thinking about the possibility of you running into Kirk! It would be awesome. He is a sweet humble guy so don’t be afraid. Be yourself if you do. Tell him who you are and what you do. He might enjoy your movie reactions too. He is a huge horror fan and major collector.
Alex! Since you're checking out new Metallica, you should also check out a band that started around the same time with them. Overkill dropped a new album on the same day and it is ridiculous. Same genre but Overkill just kept closer to the thrash sound they started with. One song in particular is Fever and I'm sure you'll dig it. Wouldn't hurt to check out their discography too.
IMHO Alex, yes, it's great to have the freedom to go off and experiment (Rush being a prime example), but for the most part, once a band finds that "winning formula"... if it ain't broke... don't fix it (LOL). Although you may be right about sounding a bit like "Moth Into Flame", there are differences, and if I may... they are sounding much more polished as time goes on. I believe a lot of bands got the well-deserved break they needed once COVID hit, Metallica included. Great review, Brother... LOVE IT !!!
Lol! Back in the Load days people were whining about the experimenting. Being like “what the fuck is the shit?” So I’m glad they have been Metal on the last 3 albums.
One of the best frontmen ever. His voice is getting better with age. Papa het . 🤘🤘