Metallica fans that continue to mourn Hetfield’s loss of testosterone angst and unhealthy growling must allow the lyricist to grow up. “72 Seasons” is an adult record for adult ragers.

The title of Metallica’s new album, “72 Seasons,” is rooted in memory. How do the first 18 years of a person’s life – hence, 72 seasons – reverberate through the ensuing decades?

Metallica have announced new album ‘72 Seasons’ and a huge world tour for 2023 and 2024, as well as sharing first single ‘Lux Æterna’ – find all the details below. READ MORE: ...

Since the group’s rabid four-album start, setting a ridiculously high bar for turning doom-metal and thrash-nihilism into wrenchingly emotional high art has been the blessing and curse of Metallica.