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Released 23 years ago this June

St. Anger

Metallica · 2003

154 min · 22 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal

Raw, unfiltered aggression meets cathartic vulnerability in a chaotic blend of heavy metal and introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cathartic release through aggression
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • extended journey of introspection
  • raw energy for intense moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking polished production values
  • prefer quick, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
band turmoil· cathartic aggression
Career context
Released on June 5, 2003, 'St. Anger' marked Metallica's first studio album since the departure of bassist Jason Newsted in 2001. This album emerged during a tumultuous period for the band, which was grappling with internal strife and public scrutiny following their documentary 'Some Kind of Monster'.
Stylistic neighbors
Megadeth· Slayer· Anthrax
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Iowa by Slipknot — Shares raw aggression and chaotic energy, reflecting inner turmoil and emotional catharsis.
Dirt by Alice in Chains — Explores themes of struggle and vulnerability with heavy riffs and introspective lyrics.
Vulgar Display of Power by Pantera — Combines aggressive instrumentation with themes of personal conflict and resilience.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Frantic 5:50
  • 2 St. Anger 7:21
  • 3 Some Kind of Monster 8:25
  • 4 Dirty Window 5:24
  • 5 Invisible Kid 8:30
  • 6 My World 5:45
  • 7 Shoot Me Again 7:10
  • 8 Sweet Amber 5:27
  • 9 The Unnamed Feeling 7:09
  • 10 Purify 5:13
  • 11 All Within My Hands 8:47

Disc 2

  • 1 Frantic 6:24
  • 2 St. Anger 7:37
  • 3 Some Kind of Monster 8:40
  • 4 Dirty Window 6:24
  • 5 Invisible Kid 8:54
  • 6 My World 6:09
  • 7 Shoot Me Again 7:24
  • 8 Sweet Amber 5:54
  • 9 The Unnamed Feeling 7:30
  • 10 Purify 5:35
  • 11 All Within My Hands 9:21

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