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Forbes
6 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Metallica's 30-Year-Old Song Finally Debuts On A Billboard Chart
Metallica's 'Enter Sandman' debuts on the Billboard Global 200 at No. 182, more than three decades ... More after its release, becoming the band's second career hit. SAN FRANCISCO, CA - AUGUST 12: (L-R) Robert Trujillo, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett, and James Hetfield of Metallica perform on Lands End stage during the 2017 Outside Lands Music And Arts Festival at Golden Gate Park on August 12, 2017 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic) 'Enter Sandman' has long reigned as one of Metallica's most successful songs. The group is responsible for some of the most commercially viable hard rock cuts of all time, and the classic smash may be the biggest of the bunch. Released in 1991 from the outfit's self-titled blockbuster album, 'Enter Sandman' remains hugely popular to this day all around the world. It's not uncommon to see the track appear on the Billboard charts, but this week, the title manages to debut on a ranking more than 30 years after its initial release. On this week's Billboard Global 200, 'Enter Sandman' finally arrives. Metallica's cut starts at No. 182 on the list of the most popular tracks throughout the globe. The ranking, introduced by Billboard five years ago, uses a methodology that blends both sales and streaming activity to show what people all around the planet are listening to — and this week, that includes Metallica. The hard rock superheroes have now scored just two hits on the Billboard Global 200. The group first arrived on the tally in July 2022 with 'Master of Puppets.' The following frame, the track climbed to an all-time peak of No. 20. So far, that cut stands as the band's only placement on the connected list, the Billboard Global Excl. U.S., which is compiled in the same manner, but with streams and sales from U.S. consumers removed. 'Enter Sandman' is a winner in the United States as well, and its continued success in America may be largely to thank for the track's arrival on the Billboard Global 200. This frame, 'Enter Sandman' climbs one space on the Rock Digital Song Sales chart, settling at lucky No. 13. That's the only ranking where the tune manages to ascend at the moment. 'Enter Sandman' is also a winner on the Hard Rock Streaming Songs and Hard Rock Digital Song Sales tallies, where it lives inside the top 10. On the former, the track holds steady at its all-time high of No. 3, while on the latter — which focuses on pure purchases — 'Enter Sandman' dips a single spot to No. 5. The smash has now spent triple-digit frames on all three of those U.S.-based tallies as of this period.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘80s Metal Band Icon Shocks Crowd with Powerful Closing Statement at Concert
'80s Metal Band Icon Shocks Crowd with Powerful Closing Statement at Concert originally appeared on Parade. Arguably the biggest metal band of the past forty years is Metallica. The band came to prominence in the mid-80s for their album "Master of Puppets," whose title track has become one of the most iconic metal songs ever written. The band exploded into the mainstream in the next decade with their black album, which made them a household name. The band has seen consistent touring throughout the career, selling out stadiums and playing massive shows to millions of fans around the world. Songs like "Enter Sandman," "For Whom The Bell Tolls," and "One" have cemented the band as one of the most successful representatives of the metal genre. At a recent concert, lead singer of the band James Hetfield got on the mic to give a message out to all the fans at the end of the show, and people are pretty moved by his words. Take a look. Fans left their reactions to the kind words in the comments, showing how affected they were by the care shown by the singer. "He's so sweet. ❤️" "METAL GODS!" "He truly is Papa Het to us all. ♥️" It's always nice to see the humanity in the musicians we idolize, especially when they're giving back to an audience that has given them so much.🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 '80s Metal Band Icon Shocks Crowd with Powerful Closing Statement at Concert first appeared on Parade on May 29, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on May 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
Scotsman
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Metallica Glasgow Presales and Prices: Here's how to see the rock legends play Hampden Park
One of the world's biggest rock bands have announced a huge Scottish gig. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Formed in Los Angeles in 1981, Metallica first found commercial success with third album Master of Puppets, before finding global fame with their self-titled fifth album in 1991, selling over 30 million copies worldwide. Metallica have a date with Scotland. | Getty Images One of the founding 'big four' metal bands, alongside Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer, they are by far the most successful both commercially and critically - having won nine Grammy Awards. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad To date they have released 11 studio albums, most recently 2023's 72 Seasons, and are known for their epic live shows. The band have just announced a short UK tour for 2026, where they will be playing stadiums 'in the round' and there's good news for Scottish fans - with a date in Glasgow. Here's everything you need to know to bag yourself a ticket. When are Metallica playing Scotland? Metallica will play Glasgow's Hampden Park on their M72 World Tour on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad When are tickets on sale for Metallica's Hampden Park gig? Tickets for the gig go on general sale at 10am on Friday, May 30. You can find them on Ticketmaster here or Live Nation here. Whichever you choose, make sure you have an account set up well in advance, know your password, and are signed in well before tickets go on sale to give yourself the best chance. The 'Waiting Room' for tickets will open at around 9.45am, after which you will be allocated a randon spot in the queue. Then it's just a waiting game. Are there any presales for Metallica's Hampden Park gig? As has become common, there are several ways to get your hands on tickets before the general sale. There will be a presale for members of Metallica's Fifth Member Fan Club from 11am on Tuesday, May 27. It's free to become a member - just sign up here. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Those who are customers of 02 will then get access to a presale via their Priority App from 10am on Wednesday, May 28. If you're not with 02 it's worth asking around family and friends as each 02 account holder will be able to purchase up to four tickets in the presale. There will then be a Live Nation presale starting at 10am on Thursday, May 29. Just sign up to the Live Nation newsletter here and you'll be sent a code to access it. How much will Metallica's Hampden Park gig tickets cost? It's not yet been announced how much Metallica will be charging for tickets, but expect them to be broadly similar to Lana del Ray's gig at the same venue this year, which were priced at £75.60 - £176, plus around 20 per cent. That would mean tickets would be around £100-£200 depending on where you're sitting or standing, plus the inevitable jaw-dropping prices for VIP tickets and bundles. Who is supporting Metallica at Hampden Park? Metallica have announced two support acts for their huge Glasgow show - Gojira and Knocked Loose. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Where else are Metallica playing? Metallica are currently only playing three other gigs in the UK this summer on the tour - at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on June 28, then two nights at the London Stadium on July 3 and 5 - with two completely different sets.
Forbes
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Metallica's Album Is About To Make History
Metallica's self-titled album has now spent 999 weeks on the U.K.'s Official Rock & Metal Albums ... More chart, nearing a historic 1,000-week milestone. (MANDATORY CREDIT Koh Hasebe/) Metallica in photo session at a hotel, Tokyo, November 1986. (Photo by Koh Hasebe/) Metallica — the self-titled album from the legendary heavy metal band — certainly ranks among the most commercially successful hard rock projects ever released. At the time of its debut, the collection was recognized as a genre-defining masterpiece. Decades later, it has proved its staying power, and both the project as a whole and numerous singles from the effort are still celebrated today. The full-length continues to sell around the world and is now inching closer to making history on one specific list where it has already held on for years. The album, named after the band, reappears on the Official Rock & Metal Albums chart this week. It stands as Metallica's only title currently featured on the U.K.-based ranking, which tracks the bestselling full-lengths and EPs within the rock and metal genres in that country. This frame is a particularly special one for the band's blockbuster effort. Metallica has now spent 999 weeks on the list as it reappears. If it can remain for just one more frame — or even disappear and return, as is often the case for the title — it will become Metallica's first release to reach 1,000 weeks on the tally. The self-titled album is already Metallica's longest-charting success on the Official Rock & Metal Albums chart by a wide margin. Only one other Metallica release, Master of Puppets, has spent triple-digit frames on the tally. That set is now up to 144 appearances. While Metallica may soon become the group's first release to notch 1,000 weeks on the ranking, it won't be the first to hit that landmark on the Official Rock & Metal Albums chart when looking at all acts. Three other studio efforts have already achieved that feat, and are still present this frame. Nirvana's Nevermind leads with 1,450 weeks, followed by Appetite for Destruction by Guns N' Roses with 1,220. Linkin Park's debut full-length Hybrid Theory recently passed the 1,000-week threshold as well. Metallica — the band's fifth full-length — was released in August 1991. The sound featured on the set marked a shift for the group, slowing things down and embracing a more commercially-viable approach. The album features smashes like 'Enter Sandman' and 'Nothing Else Matters,' which remain two of the Grammy winners' most beloved tunes. In fact, 'Enter Sandman' is still taking up space on the rankings to this day. The single dips a few spots on the Official Rock & Metal Singles chart this frame, settling at No. 17.
FACT
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
Metallica to rock the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 concerts
Abu Dhabi, get ready to rock. It's that time of year again. The Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 is turning up the volume, and we are buzzing with excitement because the Yasalam After-Race Concert Series has announced another international artist for this year's race weekend. Metalheads in the UAE, prepare to unleash your inner rock star because the kings of metal, Metallica are set to blow the roof off the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 concerts on 6 December. Formed in 1981, Metallica has been the driving force behind heavy metal's global domination. With James Hetfield's unmistakable vocals, Lars Ulrich's thunderous drumming, Kirk Hammett's electrifying guitar solos, and Robert Trujillo's bass mastery, this rock band is a powerhouse of musical talent. Metallica's discography boasts a treasure trove of headbanging anthems. From Fade to Black to Master of Puppets and One, each song is a sonic adventure. With several Grammy Awards and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, they have repeatedly proven their musical prowess. Metallica will perform in Abu Dhabi on 6 December, joining the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 line-up alongside Benson Boone on Thursday, 4 December and Katy Perry on Sunday, 7 December. And the party's only getting started — more big names are yet to be announced. The show forms part of Metallica's M72 World Tour, which features a series of stadium shows in North America, Australia and New Zealand. The tour supports their 2023 album, 72 Seasons, and features the 'No Repeat Weekend' format, which has included two-night stands in cities such as Toronto, Nashville, and Philadelphia, with different setlists each night. Whether you've been a fan since the 80s or just discovered them recently, there's something timeless about Metallica's music that speaks to the rebel in all of us. Air guitars at the ready. We'll see you there. GO: Visit for tickets and more information.
