ReLoad
Metallica · 1997
76 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal
A polished blend of heavy metal riffs and melodic hooks showcasing Metallica's evolving sound in the late '90s.
Why this album works
- Best for
- gradual build to emotional resolution late-night reflective listening experience intense moments of cathartic release
- Context
- Released on November 15, 1997, 'ReLoad' marked Metallica's sixth studio album and followed the commercially successful 'Load'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a shift towards a more experimental and mainstream sound, with 'ReLoad' further exploring themes of introspection and storytelling through its music.
- If you like
- heavy metal, thrash metal
ReLoad is an album by Metallica, released in 1997. A polished blend of heavy metal riffs and melodic hooks showcasing Metallica's evolving sound in the late '90s. 'ReLoad' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and received mixed reviews, highlighting the band's ongoing evolution. The album's lead single 'Fuel' became a staple of their live shows and has been influential in shaping post-grunge metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ReLoad sound like?
A polished blend of heavy metal riffs and melodic hooks showcasing Metallica's evolving sound in the late '90s. Rooted in heavy metal and thrash metal.
What makes ReLoad by Metallica notable?
'ReLoad' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and received mixed reviews, highlighting the band's ongoing evolution. The album's lead single 'Fuel' became a staple of their live shows and has been influential in shaping post-grunge metal. Released on November 15, 1997, 'ReLoad' marked Metallica's sixth studio album and followed the commercially successful 'Load'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a shift towards a more experimental and mainstream sound, with 'ReLoad' further exploring themes of introspection and storytelling through its music.
Who is ReLoad for?
ReLoad works well if you're into gradual build to emotional resolution, late-night reflective listening experience and intense moments of cathartic release.
How many songs are on ReLoad?
ReLoad has 13 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fuel Standout 4:29
- 2 The Memory Remains 4:39
- 3 Devil’s Dance 5:18
- 4 The Unforgiven II Standout 6:35
- 5 Better Than You 5:22
- 6 Slither 5:13
- 7 Carpe Diem Baby 6:12
- 8 Bad Seed 4:05
- 9 Where the Wild Things Are 6:54
- 10 Prince Charming 6:05
- 11 Low Man’s Lyric Standout 7:37
- 12 Attitude 5:16
- 13 Fixxxer 8:14
Release Date
November 15, 1997
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
76 min 4 sec
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