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Mizuzack 09-20-2005 05:09 AM

[QUOTE=ThrashMaster27]You have to understand that harakirimusic is a moron.

Your opinion is fine to express here. The Metallica thread is designed for Metallica discussion, aslong as it's not just random bashing, as seen from our friend above you.

As far as Master of Puppets being considered the best Thrash album, that's not really the opinion of Thrash fans, more so Metal fans that don't have a true understanding or grasp of Thrash itself. There's plenty of albums better than MoP and I'll also agree that it's not really a fully fledged Thrash album. Never the less, it is an important part of metal history on the whole.

Technicallity isn't really Metallica's strong point and it's not intended to be. There's plenty of simple bands that are considered the best in their genre. You don't have to be technical to be good. Look at bands such as Celtic Frost, Mercyful Fate, Black Sabbath, Motorhead etc etc. None of these bands are technical, yet it doesn't matter. If you want Tech-Metal, there's thousands of good bands out there waiting to be listened to.

Your say on them following trends has me a little confused. Metallica released the Black Album in 1991, when Grunge was at it's biggest. The Black Album, to me, doesn't have a grunge influence at all. If you mean St. Anger as in the drop-tuning-nu-metal-feel, then I agree with that. All that aside, it didn't get them very far, as the album didn't sell too well for Metallica standards.

The Lars debate is another difficult one to answer. Personally I don't like the guys personality or his arrogance, but that's him and it's probably the reason why he hasn't been kicked out of the band. He acts as team leader, if you like.

Now, I'm not a 'Tr00' metal fan as you put it, but I know what I like. I like the first 4 albums because I like metal that sounds good and to me the first 4 albums do sound good. The technicality factor you talked about is pretty void if you're complaining about Metallica not being very technical and then only listening to Load and Re-Load. The first 4 albums are the most technical Metallica got.

Now, that's my opinion.[/QUOTE]


I don't listen to Load and RELoad for the technicality. I listen to them because I think they are the only decent-sounding albums. And your comment about if you want tech-metal then there are plenty of bands to listen to, well that's what I've done. I've recently got into Opeth, Dream Theater and Rush, though I am not very fond of Rush and DT's singers. I listen to them for the music.

I don't just listen to tech-metal. I also listen to Pantera, Megadeth, Pink Floyd, Slayer, Iced Earth and Iron Maiden.

Moving on I respect your opinion, you raised some good points which I agree with. I guess first off I was a little harsh. I'm just sick of people saying METALLICA IS THE BEST BAND IN THE WORLD. They are good for what they play, but I don't think Metallica were ever the best band in any point of their career. But like I said, I'll always respect them and I'm still a fan. I'll still be waiting in line for Metallica's new album to check it out.

Like I said, what I listen to probably doesn't appeal to everyone and I don't expect everyone to agree with me. I commend you for replying in a proper manner though and expressing good points maturely.

ThrashMaster27 09-20-2005 05:19 AM

I've had plenty of arguments with the people in this thread about Metallica not being the best band in the world, so I wouldn't worry about that. Also had plenty of heated Metallica vs Megadeth, Mustaine vs Hammett, Mustaine vs Hetfield, arguments aswell. It's all good fun for me. I think I was one of the most hated people in here for a while, it was rather comical.

I'm probably in the same area as yourself. If they released a new album I'd probably still buy it, but I wouldn't be expecting anything special. I'm sure a lot of people in here wouldn't agree with my tastes in music aswell, but who cares? Only the extreme fanboys will attack you here for you opinion.

NP: Judas Priest - Ram It Down

Mizuzack 09-20-2005 05:24 AM

[QUOTE=ThrashMaster27]I've had plenty of arguments with the people in this thread about Metallica not being the best band in the world, so I wouldn't worry about that. Also had plenty of heated Metallica vs Megadeth, Mustaine vs Hammett, Mustaine vs Hetfield, arguments aswell. It's all good fun for me. I think I was one of the most hated people in here for a while, it was rather comical.

I'm probably in the same area as yourself. If they released a new album I'd probably still buy it, but I wouldn't be expecting anything special. I'm sure a lot of people in here wouldn't agree with my tastes in music aswell, but who cares? Only the extreme fanboys will attack you here for you opinion.
[/QUOTE]

Well you've gained my respect. I like the way you construct your arguments unlike the first guy that replied to me. And I myself, back in the days where I worshipped Metallica as a sheep, used to be in many arguments (always favouring Metallica) and now watching myself being on the opposite side kind of makes me laugh.

And you're right, I don't hold very high expectations for the next album, but there is always hope, and my curiosity keeps me holding on to Metallica.

DBoons Ghost 09-20-2005 05:35 AM

Wow.

That stuff is comedy gold.

I love this thread.

Mizuzack 09-20-2005 05:43 AM

[QUOTE=DBoon's Ghost]Wow.

That stuff is comedy gold.

I love this thread.[/QUOTE]

Do you think if I would post something like that, I would care what someone like you thinks? Do you think you can change my opinion by laughing at it? I don't care what you think, what I posted is what I believe and you can laugh all you want. I'll laugh right back at you. :thumb:

Papa Shank 09-20-2005 06:05 AM

[QUOTE=Mizuzack]Do you think if I would post something like that, I would care what someone like you thinks? Do you think you can change my opinion by laughing at it? I don't care what you think, what I posted is what I believe and you can laugh all you want. I'll laugh right back at you. :thumb:[/QUOTE]
You realise that he probably doesn't care what you reply with? There's no point in defending or stating something about yourself when it isn't relevent.

He finds something funny, good for him. Just don't get so defensive about something that is unimportant.

Mizuzack 09-20-2005 06:07 AM

[QUOTE=Paul]You realise that he probably doesn't care what you reply with? There's no point in defending or stating something about yourself when it isn't relevent.

He finds something funny, good for him. Just don't get so defensive about something that is unimportant.[/QUOTE]

I posted my opinion, he laughed at it. I think it was relevant.

DBoons Ghost 09-20-2005 06:09 AM

It wasn't your opinion dude!

It was the rant by harakiri or whatever he spells it.

I laughed out loud. I thought that would have been obvious.

Mizuzack 09-20-2005 06:10 AM

[QUOTE=DBoon's Ghost]It wasn't your opinion dude!

It was the rant by harakiri or whatever he spells it.

I laughed out loud. I thought that would have been obvious.[/QUOTE]

Oh ok. I think I overreacted anyway. Sorry.

DBoons Ghost 09-20-2005 06:33 AM

[QUOTE=Mizuzack]Oh ok. I think I overreacted anyway. Sorry.[/QUOTE]


No need for apologies. I do it all the time.

:thumb:

Shred Danson 09-20-2005 11:51 AM

[QUOTE=harakirimusic]U MUTHER FUKER!!!ILL FUKIN KILL U!!!
:angry: :angry: :angry: :angry: :angry: :angry: :angry: ...


LOL.....j/k

to be honest with u, i do not agree with u AT ALL....metallica is tha **** and will stay the **** untill the word **** is no longer a word......****......(for those of u who did not understand what i just said, plz scroll down to the bottom of this post 4 an explanation, thank you) so u can take ur metallica hatin *** and move to san fransisco.......u are abviously a metallica hater....and dont even try to deny it becuz u just wrote a whole fukin essay style article dissing tha holy grail of ****s outa metallica ..mmkay u suumbitch...so dont be bringin ur san fransisco livin *** out here to metallica land.....or we gone hunt ur *** down...suumbitch

(metallica is the greatest band of all time.....no matter what :D )[/QUOTE]

He seems be misunderstanding two facts:

1). Mizuzack presented his opinion in a smart, mannerable way. he actually put some thoughts to his words. I don't necessarily agree with his opinion, but I respect it, he's entitled to it, and I applaud him. noob of the month nominee for me :)

2). Metallica's from San Fransisco.

Jev 09-20-2005 12:29 PM

I'm learning McFly. It's harder than a lot of Metallica songs.

Quickdrop 09-20-2005 01:19 PM

[QUOTE=mizuzack]I used to listen to Metallica 24/7. Then one day it clicked to me. I don't really think Metallica are that skillful. And yes, I know that I could never write an album like ...And Justice For All, I have only been playing guitar for two years.

I listen through Metallica's catalogue, and all I see are catchy riffs and catchy lyrics. At times I see something worthy or something quite complex, but Metallica aren't all that special.

Master of Puppets is dubbed one of the best Thrash Metal albums, when imo it only has two real thrash songs, Battery and Disposable Heroes (And that is only in some parts). Orion is just repetitive and has the overrated and simplistic bass interlude. I will admit though, that Master of Puppets was influential, but in a bad way. It influenced terrible bands that followed.

Lars controls the band whether people like to admit it or not. It was namely his idea to throw out Dave Mustaine, because he wanted James all to himself. It was Lars who didn't let Kirk have solos. It was Lars who told James not to pick Pepper (Once again, Lars knew James was friends with Pepper, and if Pepper joined the band, Lars wouldn't have James all to himself). So James, like the little puppet he is, joined the decision to hire Rob.

[b]Metallica are trend followers[/b]. When thrash was going out, they moved out of thrash. When grunge was in, they created grunge-inspired albums. When down-tuned riffage with terrible singing was in, they moved to that style of music.

You'll probably be surprised to hear that the only albums I ever listen to anymore are the Loads. The rest sit dusty on my cd rack. I think the Loads are the most original albums Metallica have created. Plus the early albums remind me of all the tro0 metal fans that blindy praise them and overrate them, while underrating the rest of the albums.

I am not one of the people that goes around screaming "OH MAN METALLICA SUCKS LOL I AM REALLY COOL." I am not one of the people that expects everyone to believe what I believe and to listen to what I listen to. I respect Metallica, I respect Metallica's fans. And in a way, I still am a Metallica fan.

Please no bashing. I'm not asking anyone to agree. If you disagree that's fine, but please don't blindy bash me. Just express your opinion the way I have expressed mine.[/QUOTE]I agree...there are much more talented and original bands out there other than Metallica, like Hoobastank. :confused:

Jev 09-20-2005 01:27 PM

Hoobastank aren't that original. They just blend in with the pop-punk bands.

Quickdrop 09-20-2005 01:29 PM

i was being sarcastic. Hoobastank is aweful.

Metallica & Megadeth 4 life :thumb:

RustedPieces 09-20-2005 02:29 PM

[QUOTE=Quickdrop]i was being sarcastic. Hoobastank is aweful.

Metallica & Megadeth 4 life :thumb:[/QUOTE]
Amen.

I don't understand how you can say Metallica are trend followers when they practically created the thrash genre.

Jev 09-20-2005 02:36 PM

I don't think Metallica's early albums are really thrash.

DBoons Ghost 09-20-2005 02:40 PM

[QUOTE=Happy]I don't think Metallica's early albums are really thrash.[/QUOTE]


Sure they were.

It was thrashy speed metal, but speed metal really didn't exist in the early 80s.

I mean, musically it's thrash with a lot of metal riffs and drumming. Listen to Anthrax, Stormtroopers of Death and mayhaps bands like Suicidal Tendencies and a bit of Dirty Rotton Imbeciles... and you can hear thrash. They sped it up, and were just that good to be out of the running of any standard genre.

They were that good back then. Nothing much like it existed in that context. I remember. There was no middle ground. It was Anthrax, Metallica, Nuclear Assault, Overkill.. thrashy speed metal. Slayer was too dark, but they defined speed over the next 2 or 3 years.

Apocalyptic Raids 09-20-2005 02:59 PM

[QUOTE=RustedPieces]I don't understand how you can say Metallica are trend followers when they practically created the thrash genre.[/QUOTE]
Not really.

Huber 09-20-2005 03:01 PM

I'd say KEA was thrash, and RTL was mostly, but MoP marks the spot when they started leaving it behind.

metalmilitia101 09-20-2005 03:23 PM

[QUOTE=Quickdrop]I dont understand why they even decided to release St. Anger and Reload. They've sucked, not even close to living up to the standards that the fans have for them. If i was in the band i would refuse to even put that **** on shelves. I think they just dont have the creativity they had years ago, its like Wayne from Static X wrote the lyrics for those two albums, they have hardly any meaning.

Metallica should just release a new live album, im sure that would please alot of fans, myself being one of them.[/QUOTE]

haha yeah that is quite wrong....although i agree that metallica absolutely does not have the addicting talent that they displayed years ago, reload and st anger are good albums in themselves, and have alot to show to be proud of. metallica will never be the same obviously - i mean theyre older, moved on, and james doesnt even have that voice lol....but they can still make music like reload and st anger and what not that sounds good - dont even compare to the old days! there's no comparison!! totally different genres.

Quickdrop 09-20-2005 03:30 PM

[QUOTE=metalmilitia101]haha yeah that is quite wrong....although i agree that metallica absolutely does not have the addicting talent that they displayed years ago, reload and st anger are good albums in themselves, and have alot to show to be proud of. metallica will never be the same obviously - i mean theyre older, moved on, and james doesnt even have that voice lol....but they can still make music like reload and st anger and what not that sounds good - dont even compare to the old days! there's no comparison!! totally different genres.[/QUOTE]Reload a [i]good[/i] album? Get out of here, its the first 4 tracks off it, then a bunch of songs only at a mediocre level. Your right, the CD's are totally different genre's but they are still from the same band, there for why is there something wrong in comparing them all? I will also say the old stuff like Seek & Destroy, Creeping Death, and 4 Horsemen sound better live than they do off the studio version. So James having a different sounding voice is really irrelivent. Its more the Black Album stuff he can't sing live, like Sad But True for example.

clairvoyant 09-20-2005 03:39 PM

[QUOTE=DBoon's Ghost]Sure they were.

It was thrashy speed metal, but speed metal really didn't exist in the early 80s.

[/QUOTE]
See: Megadeth



And Reload sucks along with St. Anger.

Load wasnt very good and was still miles ahead of Reload and St. Anger.

Audiopond 09-20-2005 03:46 PM

Why doesn't anyone liek these albums? I liekd them both just fine. So they were a little off from the Metallica we know but so what? Get over it.

PepsiMetal 09-20-2005 04:03 PM

I like reload more than load. I dont know about st. anger. St. anger is also better than load not sure about reload. I just love songs like low man's lyric, bad seed, slither, etc..

Audiopond 09-20-2005 04:28 PM

I likes St. Anger cause it was alot heaver but the first 4:

Kill em' All
Ride the Lightening
Master of Puppets
...And Justice For All

Will always own.

Quickdrop 09-20-2005 05:39 PM

it had nothing to do with the fact that the album is different then the classic metallica, its the fact that reload simply sucks. Take out the first 4 tracks and what do you have? Just another CD not much better than any other hard rock act out at the time. The creativity just wasnt there.

PepsiMetal 09-20-2005 05:42 PM

[QUOTE=Quickdrop]it had nothing to do with the fact that the album is different then the classic metallica, its the fact that reload simply sucks. Take out the first 4 tracks and what do you have? Just another CD not much better than any other hard rock act out at the time. The creativity just wasnt there.[/QUOTE]

That doesn't make sense. Take out all songs on ride the lightning and you will have no album. You dont take out songs and then judge an album by the bad songs. Plus slither & Bad seed > first four songs of reload.

Quickdrop 09-20-2005 05:50 PM

[QUOTE=PepsiMetal]That doesn't make sense. Take out all songs on ride the lightning and you will have no album. You dont take out songs and then judge an album by the bad songs. Plus slither & Bad seed > first four songs of reload.[/QUOTE]Exactly my point, every song on RTL is amazing. Reload has only a few, most of the CD is trash. Enough said.

Btw, most of Bad Seed is the same chord through out the song, like i said...Reload just lacked the creativity and originality of ALL their previous albums.

lightningmetal666 09-20-2005 05:52 PM

Holy s[B][I][/I][/B]hit, what the f[B][I][/I][/B]uck did I just wander into? :lol:

Look everyone has their own opinion, everyone needs to respect the opinion of others, and Metallica needs to hurry up with making that new album so ppl will stop the speculation what it will sound like.

And for the love of God, please no more Load, Reload, and St. Anger bashing. They have their good qualities and bad. If ppl were a little more open minded they'll find something that they like about these albums.

GenuineImitation 09-20-2005 05:54 PM

[QUOTE=lightningmetal666]

And for the love of God, please no more Load, Reload, and St. Anger bashing. They have their good qualities and bad. If ppl were a little more open minded they'll find something that they like about these albums.[/QUOTE]

Nicely said. I liked St. Anger. I did not like it as much as MoP, RTL, Kill Em All or the black album, but their was some good songs on it.

lightningmetal666 09-20-2005 06:06 PM

Yeah the flames were gettin' to be pretty bad so I had to say something. Note to all new members: Don't flame others for their opinions, also if someone flames you just ignore them. I hate wandering into flame-fests and the thread-starter would've 'bout hit the f[B][I][/I][/B]uckin' roof if he had taken a peek at the last 2 pages.

My personal opinion of lod, rl, SA, is that they aren't really that bad of albums, just that the band didn't put enough effort into them and allowed themselves to be influenced by Nu-Metal. I'm not bashing Nu-Metal as there are some bands of this genre that I like, but these guys have a totally different approach to metal that Metallica shouldn't have done. Metallica started the whole anti-poser thing (just read the lyrics to s[B][I][/I][/B]hit like whiplash and Motorbreath) along with some of the other metal bands starting out at that time. (like judas priest and iron maiden.) Why I mention this is that I do find some other Nu-Metal bands to be just posers and not really care about metal in general just about finding a record deal to line their pockets.

I don't think that Metallica made a smart move imitating these kinds of bands but I really admire their 'I don't give a flying f[B][I][/I][/B]uck what you ppl think' attitude.

They did what they wanted and have done so for over 20 years. What makes you people think that they're gonna stop thinking like that now?

GenuineImitation 09-20-2005 06:15 PM

[QUOTE=lightningmetal666]

My personal opinion of lod, rl, SA, is that they aren't really that bad of albums, just that the band didn't put enough effort into them and allowed themselves to be influenced by Nu-Metal. I'm not bashing Nu-Metal as there are some bands of this genre that I like, but these guys have a totally different approach to metal that Metallica shouldn't have done. Metallica started the whole anti-poser thing (just read the lyrics to s[B][I][/I][/B]hit like whiplash and Motorbreath) along with some of the other metal bands starting out at that time. (like judas priest and iron maiden.) Why I mention this is that I do find some other Nu-Metal bands to be just posers and not really care about metal in general just about finding a record deal to line their pockets.

I don't think that Metallica made a smart move imitating these kinds of bands but I really admire their 'I don't give a flying f[B][I][/I][/B]uck what you ppl think' attitude.

They did what they wanted and have done so for over 20 years. What makes you people think that they're gonna stop thinking like that now?[/QUOTE]

I think they put effort into load, reload and Saint Anger, but I think they wanted to go in a new musical direction.

1,000 posts :chug:

DBoons Ghost 09-20-2005 06:42 PM

[QUOTE=clairvoyant]See: Megadeth



And Reload sucks along with St. Anger.

Load wasnt very good and was still miles ahead of Reload and St. Anger.[/QUOTE]


Megadeth was a few years late on that scene. I love em, but they were late.

Metallica's last great album was Master of Puppets.

fade 2 blackened 09-20-2005 07:14 PM

[QUOTE]I used to listen to Metallica 24/7. Then one day it clicked to me. I don't really think Metallica are that skillful. And yes, I know that I could never write an album like ...And Justice For All, I have only been playing guitar for two years.

I listen through Metallica's catalogue, and all I see are catchy riffs and catchy lyrics. At times I see something worthy or something quite complex, but Metallica aren't all that special.

Master of Puppets is dubbed one of the best Thrash Metal albums, when imo it only has two real thrash songs, Battery and Disposable Heroes (And that is only in some parts). Orion is just repetitive and has the overrated and simplistic bass interlude. I will admit though, that Master of Puppets was influential, but in a bad way. It influenced terrible bands that followed.

Lars controls the band whether people like to admit it or not. It was namely his idea to throw out Dave Mustaine, because he wanted James all to himself. It was Lars who didn't let Kirk have solos. It was Lars who told James not to pick Pepper (Once again, Lars knew James was friends with Pepper, and if Pepper joined the band, Lars wouldn't have James all to himself). So James, like the little puppet he is, joined the decision to hire Rob.

Metallica are trend followers. When thrash was going out, they moved out of thrash. When grunge was in, they created grunge-inspired albums. When down-tuned riffage with terrible singing was in, they moved to that style of music.

You'll probably be surprised to hear that the only albums I ever listen to anymore are the Loads. The rest sit dusty on my cd rack. I think the Loads are the most original albums Metallica have created. Plus the early albums remind me of all the tro0 metal fans that blindy praise them and overrate them, while underrating the rest of the albums.

I am not one of the people that goes around screaming "OH MAN METALLICA SUCKS LOL I AM REALLY COOL." I am not one of the people that expects everyone to believe what I believe and to listen to what I listen to. I respect Metallica, I respect Metallica's fans. And in a way, I still am a Metallica fan.

Please no bashing. I'm not asking anyone to agree. If you disagree that's fine, but please don't blindy bash me. Just express your opinion the way I have expressed mine.[/QUOTE]

Good, constructive arguement. I will try and come up with a good response. So here goes:
1. Master of Puppets was excellent IMO but you're right, There was only two thrash songs(battery, and damage, inc. Ok, and parts of Disposabe Heroes. And I don't know about you, but many people like it for reason that it is creative. (in their and my opinions.)
2. I agree Lars is an *******, but Im not sure about the controlling James stuff so I can't argue.
3. "Metallica are trend followers." Hmmm....I disagree there, buddy. If you say the black Album has grunge influence, I've listened to it countless times and all I noticed was alternative metal. The Loads were rock but with a wierd country twist( Maybe a little, I haven't listened to them in their entirety).
4. Your right. The Loads are Metallica's most original albums. Never heard anything like Where The Wild Things Are and The Memory Remains among other songs done by Metallica or anyone else so far.

Again these are just my opinions and an attempt at a reasonable argument.

EDIT: Oh yeah, and harakiri or w/e is an idiot. No argument needed.

Chu 09-20-2005 07:36 PM

[QUOTE=DBoon's Ghost]Megadeth was a few years late on that scene. I love em, but they were late.

Metallica's last great album was Master of Puppets.[/QUOTE]
I kinda agree, I never really thought ...AJFA was that amazing...

rip-metal_rules 09-20-2005 08:30 PM

need help here: which type of wah pedal is best for playing Hammet-style lead guitar?

Crybaby 535Q
Crybaby Classic Fasel Inductor
Crybaby CB-95Q

Fernandes Power 09-20-2005 09:14 PM

Oh dude... no:

[QUOTE=Mizuzack]I used to listen to Metallica 24/7. Then one day it clicked to me. I don't really think Metallica are that skillful. And yes, I know that I could never write an album like ...And Justice For All, I have only been playing guitar for two years.

I listen through Metallica's catalogue, and all I see are catchy riffs and catchy lyrics. At times I see something worthy or something quite complex, but Metallica aren't all that special.
[/QUOTE]
What are you comparing the 'catchy riffs and lyrics' to?

[QUOTE=Mizuzack]
Master of Puppets is dubbed one of the best Thrash Metal albums, when imo it only has two real thrash songs, Battery and Disposable Heroes (And that is only in some parts). Orion is just repetitive and has the overrated and simplistic bass interlude. I will admit though, that Master of Puppets was influential, but in a bad way. It influenced terrible bands that followed.
[/QUOTE]
Damage Inc. is pure thrash. Metallica was a pioneer of thrash, when you state that they arent particularly thrash youre comparing it to how bands like Slayer or newer more Metalcore bands would execute thrash.

You obviously dont know Orion that well because it isnt the relatively simple bass interlude thats hyped up, its the 3-part bass solo that is. ;) So in that respect your argument is rather weak.

[QUOTE=Mizuzack]
Lars controls the band whether people like to admit it or not. It was namely his idea to throw out Dave Mustaine, because he wanted James all to himself. It was Lars who didn't let Kirk have solos. It was Lars who told James not to pick Pepper (Once again, Lars knew James was friends with Pepper, and if Pepper joined the band, Lars wouldn't have James all to himself). So James, like the little puppet he is, joined the decision to hire Rob.
[/QUOTE]
Lars is the bands spokesperson, this is a position everybody would agree belongs to Lars.
It wasnt his idea to throw Dave out. Have you even heard about the fights Dave and James had? James found Kirk for gods sake. Plus he was more than happy to replace McGovney with Burton. James has ALWAYS had vast amounts of control over the band. Maybe not on the public front, but music-wise and member-wise he certainly has.

Bob Rock was actually the main instigator (sp?) in suggesting Kirk layed off soloing on St Anger. But it was also Kirks decision. He was told exactly that he could place something over a song that made him feel happy. (Like a solo or something). And Kirk did just that.

Lars didnt tell James not to hire Pepper, James seemed FAR MORE interested with hiring Rob and wanted to jam with him more just to see.

(Have you even seen the film)?

[QUOTE=Mizuzack]
Metallica are trend followers. When thrash was going out, they moved out of thrash. When grunge was in, they created grunge-inspired albums. When down-tuned riffage with terrible singing was in, they moved to that style of music.[/QUOTE]
Metallica arent trend followers as such or even they would have been overtaken. Theyve ALWAYS had something thats kept them purely Metallica. They set more trends than theyve followed and I could probably count on one hand the amount of songs that are down-tuned that they have written (pre-St Anger).

Plus, grunge?? No. Metallica havent played grunge... grunge is Nirvana and Soundgarden.

The band isnt anything to blame, they are lumbered with a rather bad producer that they dont seem to want to get rid of. Hiring him gave them a bassier, heavier sound as its what he specialises in.

[QUOTE=Mizuzack]
You'll probably be surprised to hear that the only albums I ever listen to anymore are the Loads. The rest sit dusty on my cd rack. I think the Loads are the most original albums Metallica have created. Plus the early albums remind me of all the tro0 metal fans that blindy praise them and overrate them, while underrating the rest of the albums.
[/QUOTE]
This doesnt suprise me too much. Theyre great albums.
Although what does suprise me about it is that those albums were made at the pinnacle of them 'following trends' which seems to be a big problem you have with them. :p

[QUOTE=Mizuzack]
I am not one of the people that goes around screaming "OH MAN METALLICA SUCKS LOL I AM REALLY COOL." I am not one of the people that expects everyone to believe what I believe and to listen to what I listen to. I respect Metallica, I respect Metallica's fans. And in a way, I still am a Metallica fan.

Please no bashing. I'm not asking anyone to agree. If you disagree that's fine, but please don't blindy bash me. Just express your opinion the way I have expressed mine.[/QUOTE]
K.

Audiopond 09-20-2005 09:30 PM

Skills have nothing to do with it as long as the music is good who cares? Green Day is a bunch of fags and all the lil punk/emo kids love em.

PS: Green Day can rot in hell!

blue3 09-20-2005 09:35 PM

[QUOTE=rip-metal_rules]need help here: which type of wah pedal is best for playing Hammet-style lead guitar?

Crybaby 535Q
Crybaby Classic Fasel Inductor
Crybaby CB-95Q[/QUOTE]
I like 535Q best.


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