It´s the best album of Metallica for me. So much anger in the musics and many great songs in this album. Off course there are not much "solos" but there are much energy, power and ANGERRRRR.

this album kicks mager ass the lyrics the music everything about matallica fucking rocks

The first time I heard it, I thought it was pretty bad. Then I got a little hooked on it and thought it was OK. Then I watched the DVD and I was hooked. The DVD is freaking awesome!

First, the utter lack of any guitar solos is as disappointing to me as anyone else, but the rest of this album is the finest thing to blugeon metal fans since...well, since the last good metallica disc. Hetfields lyrics are more mature and profound, which is only upsetting to those who refuse to accept growing up. Lars is a man possessed and I have almost been moved to forget about the loss of Jason. It takes a couple of listens to get a feel for the album and to really appreciate it but once you start to get into it, you realize the relevancy that Metallica personifies. This is unquestionablely better than any of the insipid and uninspired "metal" currently droning over the airwaves. Metallica continues to grow musically without ever losing touch with TRUE fans of the genre. Listen, listen again, listen again and the you won't want to stop. This is adult metal for those who appreciate music beyond "rap-rock". … Expand

One of the greastest.No bands compete with MetallicA

I'll admit... at first i did not like this cd, but i stuck with it. Its just a new sound unlike any other; u gotta respect that at least. And for that reason mosty i listened to it over and over. Now i love it. The guitars are huge and have this underground feeling to them, and the lyrics... dont seem like hetfields writing but then again he has grown with his suffering these past few years. All in all the more u listen to it and the higher its turned up the better it gets.… Expand

A band cannot sound exactly the same EVERY time! People, please if that was the case then it would get old and redudant fast. This album is aggression, made to unleash rage. For me there are two types of talica fans. The ones Pre-Load and the ones Post-Load. Pre-Load: Fans who like the melody and semi-aggressive songs. Post-Load: Fans who like aggressive/power songs (not really caring for songs like NEM or Unforgiven). St Anger lies in a realm by itself. Personally I think the album is an 8 but it gets 2 extra points because of its nature. That is the nature of the beast. The very fact that there are NO radio friendly songs on this album tells me as a fan that a good band cannot be defined.… Expand

fukin amazin. if u dont like this album u r a wanker

i give it a ten in response to the ridiculously fag reviews giving it 0's. in all honesty, it is an 8.5. solid. better than all of their albums cept justice and master. id go into detail, but lots of you seem like fucking morons so you wouldnt understand what makes a cd good

this cd fuckin rocks

great buy it

Metallica's new cd is worth investing the money in. I can't see why anyone would give the cd under an 8. If you're a Metallica fan, you'll love this. All new material with an old-school twist, it makes for a great cd. I'm gonna be having this in my cd player for quite sometime.

Upon first hearing the St. Anger single, this album had me feeling embarassed that I had been so geared up for it over the last 12 months. It sounded like a mess, and it didn't help that I heard one critic describe it as "commercial suicide" owing to the raw sound and And Justice For All-like song lengths. However, once I cracked the plastic, gave it 3 or 4 full listenings, bought into the "live" sound, and started to unearth the classic Metallica intricacies buried beneath the wall of crushing sound, I began to appreciate this album for what it is - a return to Metallica's live and aggressive roots, and a critical healing salve for James Hetfield. The pingy drums still annoy me, and while I like the looser vibe better than Black, I dislike studio albums that sound this rough. Its not a good sign that the DVD rehearsals sound comparable to the CD in terms of sound quality. Regardless, a sub-par Metallica album is better than most modern bands' pretender rap/rock hybrid efforts, so this one gets an 8/10 on the strength of raw energy and a few crunchy yet funky songs, most notably Unnamed Feeling, Sweet Amber, Shoot Me, and the freight train that is St. Anger. I elevate my rating to a 9/10 due to the inclusion of the DVD. It shows us how happy this band is now and how good these songs are going to sound live. I also think that it was a clever tactical move to increase the value of the album without increasing the price (unlike the Linkin Park Meteora DVD set). This band knows that they did themselves some damage with the Napster thing and this is a great bonus to both those that questioned their motives and the fans that stood beside them. That said, Metallica is a band that I expect and demand 10/10 efforts from, and if Bob Rock is listening I'd like him to hear this: its not necessarily the songs that hold this thing back from challenging the Black album, its the production. Please make sure that those 20-odd unreleased songs that are referred to on the "making of St. Anger" video get polished up and sound clean, crisp, and crunchy the way that Black, Load, and Reload do. When you're on your game and mixing a true "studio" album, you are the best rock producer in the industry! We should all feel grateful that the greatest metal band ever is still alive and kicking after being so close to the brink. Don't make us wait too long before your next one boys! And why not make us happy with studio versions of No Leaf Clover and Minus Human?… Expand

This is the METALLICA i grew up to. These are the messages that insipered me. This is a solid return to the days of headbanging.

This cd kicks ass! I will kick every1s ass if the say ne thing bad to metallica!!!!!!!!!!! Yeah so this cd is awsome buy it NOW!!!!

This marvellous album is yet another sign of the evolution of Metallica, that has lead them to the top. If you want old staff, I heard runners-up Maiden are releasing a new album... BUT METALLICA WILL ALWAYS BE THE BEST!!!!!

I love Metallica, they are AWESOME, this album shows how powerful they are, i only wish they could scream, or shout some more. Whoever got disapointed by Metallica for releasing this album is pretty screwed up.

if u dont like this cd u r gay this was the best cd and only cd ive ever actually listened to the rest were too boring

good i like St. Anger

It's unbelievable to hear an album this fresh, raw and exciting released by what seemed to be a washed out heavy metal band. To be quite honest, have grown quite bored of the metallic sameyness of Metallica's early albums and so it's refreshing to hear an album with a raw sound that doesn't overemphasise any instrument. What is left is an immediate, visceral and (oh yes) angry sound. James Hetfield's lyrics which may have seemed a tad dumb on paper work brilliant within the context of the songs. This is Metallica's finest album largely thanks to the fact that Metallica's hardcore punk influences are more prominent this time round, giving it a raw energy, and it still sounds fundamentally like a heavy metal album. Enjoy!… Expand

I dont see how ANY metallica fan could diss this album. Complaining about no guitar solos is kinda lame... if you like them solely for those then you are not a true fan, go get a guitar and entertain yourself. I agree the album does have a more "rough" sound to it... as ive read some places "like a demo" but to me thats good. i like the album because it sounds good... it hasnt been doctored to sound good because it doesnt need it. if you like edited vocals go check out ashlee simpson or something. unfortunately time ages people... how can ANYONE expect James to maintain the same voice all these years?? of course it will change slightly etc etc, things change get over it!. this album shows that metallica are capable of changing their style of music and not having to use computers to make it sound good. they are good musicians and any true fan will know that they have been through a lot and to sound as they did in their younger days is impossible. with that said ima go now, anyone who wants to can email me at tom201184@yahoo.com.au take care all :) ROCK ON!! m/… Expand

It's a great album i gave it 10/10. Metallica just want it to do something different

I have been a metallica fan since day one. I can't say I have ever been disapponted. Metallica can never be accused of repetition or recycling old material. Two things are certain, new material from Metallica is going to be just that, NEW, and it will be HEAVY. While I will always love the older material, the new material has never disappointed. It will always amaze me how fans will be so quick to dismiss material that is different. Who wants to hear recycled riffs with different lyrics? While I was absolutely blown away by Load & Reload, others criticized the change. WTF. St. Anger is the most potent, heavy and unique material to be turned out by the 'Tallica boys, and again, heavily criticized. WTF. What are people listening to? The riffs are absolutely sick ! While Kirk Hammet is, as usual, stellar at lead, James Hetfield is a master at rythym, with some very cool leads as well. James, you the man !! Killer drums by Lars and most impressive bass by Robert, all come together to form a collection of material that will rattle the teeth from your jaws. If you haven't yet, go buy St. Anger right now. If hearing the songs isn't enough, well just pop in the DVD and watch them play the songs. Many thanks to Metallica for turning out, yet another, heavy and very angry piece of work. Metallica Rules !!!… Expand

This album absolutley fucking rocks! Fingers up to the idiots who have underrated this fantastic album produced from the anger within Metallica. 10/10. After watching Some Kind Of Monster DVD, I came to respect the album even more after seeing what they have been through to produce this album. Metal-Fucking-Allica For Life!

Metallica c tro cool headed

Metallica rocks and this is their best CD yet It can't get any better!

So I guess that im old fashioned but Metallica still rocks! Frantic is awesome!

This cd is F******* AMAZING! i love Metallica's new sound, you all dont like the cd because you want it to sound like "Master of Puppets", so what if its not? METALLICA will always be METALLICA, and if you were a true METALLICA fan, you would still admire them and support them no matter what! ST. ANGER is a super great album. METALLICA IS BACK!!

all u little niggers can lick my sac

this Album Kicks @ss

one of the greatest metallica cds.

listen guys, i'll make myself clear... HOW DARE YOU NOT LIKE THIS ALBUM????? it's awesome!!!! it's best metal album of the year!!!!! listen to the rythms, they're all awesome and headbangin'!!!!! it's pure adrenaline man... the rythms always shifts within the songs....etc.. it's pure genius the riffs are awesome. and hetfield sings very well too. Excellent album. Bottom line.… Expand

Metallica returns to its roots with St. Anger. Songs are fullfilled with total anger, no guitar solos or ballads. Great album if ya can understand it right.

I love this album. I was slightly disappointed with it at first but then it started to sink into my head, it was then i realized how brilliant this album truly is. All Within My hands is truly one of the heaviest things i have ever heard. And the screaming that James does on My World is awe-inspiring. Its essential brutal heavy metal. A must for all Metallica fans.

There are no solos. But wait for track #9 to become one of the greatest metal songs of all time. The rest of the album is Metallica grinding-it-out at the best money could buy.

Killer Energy!

great album just fo music lovers not for stupid mtv peapole

The heavy sound is finally back.I have a good feeling about this album!Excellent!!!!

This CD is one of the best heavy metal CD's out there. It's got great songs like Amber and St. Anger. Its a keeper for people that have it and if you dont have it you should go out and buy it

this album kicks ass !

st. angers heavy

If you dumb fuckers thought this would be like anything else than you are stupid. A band around for over twenty years is going to mature and change. soshut the hell up and go listen to rap you pussies. Dread Effect for ever

Metallica have produced a metal masterpiece that says "Bend over and take this up the a...." It is truly a return to the unashamed gritty metal that Metallica were originally known for. S&M won them a new following, now the pussies that like the sound of violins are running away from a real ass kicking. I can't stop playing St Anger and I can't wait for the concert in Jan 2004. Brilliant!!!… Expand

I don't generally like to make blanket statements, but anyone who is a fan of hard rock/metal that thinks this album is anything but brilliant, is a moron. The sound is rough, the tone is angry, and the message is clear - Metallica can still rock.

Ive always been a big fan of metallica since I was a kid, loved all their albums especially And justice for all... but this album St Anger is fucken awesome 10 out of 10

Wow. This Album is awesome. I havent taken it out of my CD player yet.

As I write this review I'm listening to St. Anger through my Windows Media Player, thinking how if everyone would stop hating Metallica just because of that stupid Napster crap (it is stealing by the way...) the world would be a better place. This is a great cd and even though I'll be the first to admit that their older cd's (i.e. Master of Puppets) are much better, St. Anger is better than 95% of the metal cd's in the market. Don't hate them because they want money 'cause we all do!… Expand

This album is no Puppets or Justice, but it is METALLICA. St. Anger- The title gives you the mood of the of the record. It's fast, aggressive, balls out, no excuses necessary, put the kids to bed early, brake out the devil horns, cover grandma's ears, Metallica. Void of the complex arrangements of the 80's, and the over produced sounds of the 90's, it's what you expect to hear from a band that was on the brink of doom before finshing this album. Best of all, Axl still cant get Chinese Democracy out. … Expand

An album close to what Metallica wanted it to be: raw, savage, in-your-face, ugly, and intimate. An artistic masterpiece, by a band who has definitely grown up over the years to release its most disturbing effort ever.

love metallica! they absoutly rock! no one can beat them..Seen them live as well! oh yeah baby...rock on

Super Album have everithing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It´s a really good album and a strong and "full of anger" comeback to Metallica!

I'll probably get some flack here, but this is my favorite Metallica album.

A dense, raw, no compromise record that traduce a powerfull statement from the band! They have this genius to always push further and to destabilize their fans like only Legends can do...They will certainly loose fans with this album, but they will also have new ones: like it always been since debut album Kill'em all.

If you feel what the band felt at the time they made the album, you'll realize: this is not about the great solos of the past, or something like this. this album is about releasing the anger from the pain and kickin' out of the crisis the band got through cause of James etc. each song has a meaning. u just don't realize it! haters suck, METALLICA FAN FOR LIFE!!!

This record is that kind of CD that you just have to listen to it, and you are going to start to like it. I know i did :)

Pure , fast and clean , what the f.. else do you want ?

this is a kick ass album!

Kevin L says it well. It's not Ride the Lightning and I miss the solos but the album gets my heart going and I'll never miss a chance to see them live because the energy they give out is like no other band out there.

This is a great album whether you people like it or not. It's not a return but more of a rebirth of Metallica, where both styles that they have played are combined. By the way these songs don't require solos, and Hetfield does not sound awful. The drums aren't bad you barely hear them anyway. So, listen to it and be blown away. This is their best album since AJFA(And Justice For All).… Expand

Pretty good CD, it starts with VERY good songs. The end is a worse than start but that is still very good. Pitchfork must have listened other CD than Metallica: St.Anger.

WOW! a drinalin rush from this band almost makes me want them to be as my leader in my life. the words, the music, his voice make this all come to gether in a beautiful peice of music. a lot of anger and emotion seemed to have gone into this so its over all a good cd cause of their dedication to the music. the feeling when i drive with the cd make me wanna just reve up and go through town crazy like and paint the city red. … Expand

This album isn't about pretty-sounding music to remember and hold on to.This is an awesome old school garrage-sounding album.This is fast-paced and full of ANGER.The drums are meant to sound like beating on trashcan lids!!and the vocals are deliberately made to sound like there was no thought involved when they come out!!if you were to tell me that this album is "utter crap" that just tells me that you have no respect for the place where EVERY rock band came from: THE GARRAGE!! Metallica just took a step back in time and if i do say so myself this album is *%#$@$# awesome!!! … Expand

In the name of all that is sweet and merciful, IT"S ABOUT TIME!! To say that the heavy metal formula ( riff, verse, chorus, verse, chorus, solo, verse, chorusx2) has been abandoned is to understate the obvious. It feels like they've decided that less is more. Play from the gut and commercial implications be damned. The Metallica fans who are familiar with Kill Em' All, both Garage Days and Ride the Lightning will appreciate the rawness that has been captured. This is Metallica sans apology and it is long overdue. The subject matter is at times extremely introspective, and the ferocity with which they play behind it really brings the angst to the forefront. If you like raw, loud, and agressive, this is your album. If you are a long time Metallica fan that remembers them before they made videos this is Nirvana. I gave it 9 out of 10 because I feel a 10 is only worthy if I feel the same 10 years down the road.… Expand

metallica roccs! they r so cool and no 1 can say shit about them, cuz i will kicc ur ass, i know i am a grl, but damn, they rocc, they know how to play some real music!!

8.5 really. St. Anger furiously blasts its way, title to title, throughout the entire album. It's definitely heavy, raw, dirty, and fast most of the time. Plenty of huge riffs shoveling through each song and straining my neck. But the sound is just not up to par with the rest of their stuff. Production is weak, even standing next to the load/reload sessions. The lyrics are more personal, which is not what I'm used to by these guys, and the guitars could've been turned up a notch. And I really miss Kirks solos and also miss Lars drums being in the background instead of the foreground. I know I'm tired of clean and prestine, but this album could've used a little more cleansing. I can't complain though, after the Load/Reload sessions, I'm stupendously pysched to hear this aggression from them. Its like they gathered all the mind numbing sounds they've created in the past 20 years, from the speed metal days to the alternative days, combined them into one direction, threw it all in mud, and out came St. Anger. … Expand

Kick-Ass Rock And Roll!oNe Of THeir Bests.NO bAllads HERE no NU_METAL shits HerE

Simply Amazing.

lovely melodious beautiful best metal band ever

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sounds strange and so not-Metallica.James has totaly lost his voice and he doesnt sound like the old him.This is not a thrash metal.Its more nu-metal or heavy metal.If i live in 1985 and hear this album my last guess would be that this music is made by metallica.All in all this album is not bad but not what i espect from metallica 7.0… Expand