Master of Puppets
Metallica · 1986
54 min · 8 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and aggressive rhythms, epitomizing thrash metal's raw power and complexity.
Why this album works
- Best for
- intense, focused listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening experiences
- Context
- Released on March 3, 1986, 'Master of Puppets' was Metallica's third studio album, solidifying their status as leaders of the thrash metal scene. Following their breakthrough with 'Ride the Lightning,' this album marked a peak in their creative prowess and commercial success, showcasing their evolution in songwriting and musicianship.
- If you like
- heavy metal, thrash metal
Master of Puppets is an album by Metallica, released in 1986. A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and aggressive rhythms, epitomizing thrash metal's raw power and complexity. 'Master of Puppets' is often regarded as a landmark album in heavy metal history, recognized for its critical acclaim and influence on future generations of musicians. It debuted at number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart and has been certified 6x platinum by the RIAA, cementing its place as one of the best-selling albums of all time. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Master of Puppets sound like?
A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and aggressive rhythms, epitomizing thrash metal's raw power and complexity. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.
What makes Master of Puppets by Metallica notable?
'Master of Puppets' is often regarded as a landmark album in heavy metal history, recognized for its critical acclaim and influence on future generations of musicians. It debuted at number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart and has been certified 6x platinum by the RIAA, cementing its place as one of the best-selling albums of all time. Released on March 3, 1986, 'Master of Puppets' was Metallica's third studio album, solidifying their status as leaders of the thrash metal scene. Following their breakthrough with 'Ride the Lightning,' this album marked a peak in their creative prowess and commercial success, showcasing their evolution in songwriting and musicianship.
Who is Master of Puppets for?
Master of Puppets works well if you're into intense, focused listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and long, immersive listening experiences.
How many songs are on Master of Puppets?
Master of Puppets has 8 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Battery 5:11
- 2 Master of Puppets Standout 8:38
- 3 The Thing That Should Not Be 6:39
- 4 Welcome Home (Sanitarium) Standout 6:27
- 5 Disposable Heroes 8:21
- 6 Leper Messiah 5:42
- 7 Orion Standout 8:27
- 8 Damage, Inc. 5:31
Release Date
March 3, 1986
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
54 min 59 sec
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