"I could just ride around and listen to their instrumentals. You don't even need the words" This guy gets it

Legend has it, Kirk Hammett is still playing this solo. It never stops!!!

The ending solo is one of those that gives me goosebumps no matter how many times I hear it

Truthfully, you are the only KZfaq channel that i have notifications on for. You actually listen to the song, appreciate it for what it is. You listen to instruments, you absorb the energy. You deserve MILLIONS of subscribers. Literally this is the most underrated channel on KZfaq. Please never change man,

It makes my heart so happy how you went from “I hate long intros” to “you don’t even need the words”. True genuine appreciation

I actually paused the video to make this comment... I can’t wait to see his reaction when the guitar drops.

I saw Metallica in 1997 in Memphis. Met the band. I was on the barricade, not 6 feet from the stage. The lead singer, James Hetfield jumped down and handed me the pick he played "Nothing Else Matters" with....right after the solo and just at the crescendo to the song. That was over 20 years ago and I still remember that just like it happened yesterday. Long time Metallica fan here. "Fade to Black" is one of my favorites.

He said "level up" 12 seconds into the song 💯

After seeing your vids you are a metal head , embrace it!!!

I love Kirk Hammett. He gets overlooked a bit when talking about the greatest metal guitarists ever. His stuff in the 80s was iconic.

James wrote this song when their equipment was stolen in the spring of 84. I can imagine how sad he was just by hearing this masterpiece. And that's what music is, music is the sound of emotion.

If ever there was an anthem for depression, this is it......

Metallica is the only band to perform on all 7 continents btw

I'm 43 but when I was 16 I saw them during the Black Album and they played 3 hours no opening band and it was AMAZING. Best concert I've ever been to.

Well. Im 46. I was 15 in 89'. Trust me. Seeing them as a teen at Starwood in Nashville TN, when the music was shaping me, is totally different than hearing them in 2015 or something. As teens were impressionable. And they had an impression on me as an aspiring guitarist. Just stood in awe. Same with GnR, Pearl Jam, etc.

Metallica has been my favorite band for 20 years since I first discovered metal. I'm finally going to see Metallica for the first time this December 9th!

I cry when I sing The Unforgiven, I have spent about twenty total years in confinement, this hits me as I am that old man who was once the whipping boy taking the pain from society with the fallacy of imprisonment being anything other than torture.

Might be my favorite Kirk Hammett solo at the end. Not his fastest or most complicated, but the most "feeling"

i saw them live in Oslo, Norway back in summer of -99. absolutely rocked the show. they even performed an hour more than they had to, cause the vibe was so frikkin good. they did all the good old songs, all the classics....and i sung so hard i didnt have any voice left after the concert. also...they played so loud i had no hearing until the next morning...totally worth it! will never forget.

3. For Whom the Bell Tolls and 4. Fade to Black are two of the greatest back to back tracks ever recorded. Masterpieces

i like your reaction. the lead guitarist is Kirk Hammett. yes a legend

You've mentioned in almost every Metallica video that you've done that you really enjoy their instrumentation, so it would behoove you to check out a group called Apocalyptica... they recreate Metallica songs using only four cellos. The guitar riffs, solos, even the lyrics. It's truly haunting and beautiful.

It makes me happy to see someone appreciate the greatest band of all time! (to my knowledge) They ain't just the king of transition, they are the kings of instrumental & solo's. They also have complete albums of great songs. Not 1 song on any album is just ok! They are all great!! I can go on all day givin reasons why they are kings (gods of rock) Keep smiling :) RockoN 🤘

Watching you listening to this for the first time makes me jealous because I want to be able to hear these songs again for the first time. I've watched about 15 of your vids. Keep up the great vids.

So true man, their instrumentals are amazing, they are the kings of them. If you want a full instrumental by them, I recommend listening to "Orion". That one is all instruments and is an amazing, epic instrumental song. Aside from that, I also recommend "For Whom The Bell Tolls"

I've been to 5 'Tallica concerts. Number 6 is coming in October! You have to see metallica live, they are a live band! They are great on albums but really shine when live!! GO!! They are the Led Zeppelin of our time.

Ride the lightning was the first CD of music I ever purchased or owned. It will always hold a special place in my heart and to this day Ride the Lightning, Master of Puppets, and The Black Album still hold the highest ratio of fully body chills : songs of any artist I've ever heard. So inspiring and emotionally resonant. They describe in music what can never truly be put in words.

I was about 12 yrs old when I first heard them (1984) LOVE THEM...bout 16 when first seen them. The energy in the air.. is like pure electric passion. ..the wall of fans into eternity!!! AMAZING... I seen them again after the black album. Well the best ever was I won tickets in Detroit on RIFF radio for 6th row for NEW YEARS 2000!!! I WAS IN TEARS OF JOY

I have seen Metallica every time they have been to Seattle since 1985. Amazing live band. 37 years into their career and still kicking ass.

They kick ass on stage for 3 hours straight! I have been to 5 and at one I was so close that I had Jame's sweat on me! You have to see them in concert they sound the same as they do on YTube.

Talking about Metallica concerts, Seattle live 1989 tour...... nuff said. I've never been to another concert to date that can even come close to that experience... it's on KZfaq Preston, look it up and watch it when you get the chance. And just imagine being there. I was so lucky to have been able to see that performance.

we're smiling with you

Metallica is still awesome live to this day. They had a rough patch from the late 90's to mid 2000's but they sound good again. Not the same energy as 30 years ago but they are in their 50's now. They sounded awesome in 2008. Their concerts in the 80's and early 90's are absolutely legendary. Unarguably one of the best live acts ever. They had an energy and connection to the crowd like no other band. You must check out the Live Shit Binge and Purge box set shows. Seattle 89 and San Diego 92 are amazing. Especially Seattle. One of the best concerts put to tape. Blackened, Creeping Death, Battery, For Whom The Bell Tolls, Sanitarium, The Four Horseman, ...And Justice For All, Whiplash. It is all great.

I went to a metallica concert last summer. It was my first time going to any concert and I dont think it could have been any better. The music was so loud it hurt but i loved it, the crowd was going insane, and Metallica delivered like only they can. I was pumped full of adrenaline the entire time had the best time of my life. Nothing can ever compare.

First time I saw them, 2017 they played this, completely blown away, the song was nearly 10 mins and they gave us a “special ending”. Saw them again this past October, absolute insanity bro. They are incredible live

They are consistant live....perfection damn near perfect at all times...best live I have ever seen....MettallicA...NONE better

Metallica is by far the best concert band ive seen. I was sure they werent really playing ( sounded too perfect) until Kirk Hammit trip on his cord and fucked up one of his solos for about 4 seconds. They are flawless in concert.

Obsessed with your reactions man. I love seeing people discover the world of rock, metal and grunge. There’s so many more hidden gems for you to find bro

Best slow song from Metallica. In my top 5 all time.

I've seen METALLICA live 4 times, and you HAVE to see it in person to REALLY understand their power. I guess the next best thing would be to watch "Creeping Death" live in Moscow.

How or why you never listened to Metallica is beyond me. Welcome to one of the best metal bands in the world.

Metallica- Blackened

Metallica in concert are bad azz! Haven't seen them live since Cliff Burton was still with them. Shows you how old I am. This song got me through a hellish childhood.

Is it just me? Or is Preston the ONLY FUCKING ONE who knows how to LISTEN!! I repeat LISTEN!! Like actually listen and FEEL the music..My favorite reaction channel. You own Preston. Subscribed on day one man, keep up the free thinking.

Watch Pantera or Metallica live at Moscow there was is 1,6 million people in that show, greats from Brazil!

Dude, you do a wonderful job with your reviews. You really capture the moment and remind me of my first time listening to these songs. I wish you the best of luck on your journey my friend. And the gaming samples you add are flawless. Keep up the great work!

Back in 2010, on March 3rd, they came to the Estadio Universitario in Monterrey, México, I was 17 and had this scolarship, I used the money to buy the tickets and take my dad and my brother with me. It was really a experience, I was in love with the band back then, and I still am, but then was more like a girly thing xD a fangirl thing xD and man, it was brutal, really brutal. Can't belive it's been almost 10 years. Time flies away, I guess.

seeing your reactions literally brought me to tears. I was 15 when this came out and you remind me how much I love it. Thank you sir.

I've seen them live last year in August. Most powerful experience in my life. I felt like drunk and high at the same time, but I was completely sober. That music and energy from the band is amazing.

Thanks for the reactions! Great to see more people open minded enough to really listen and understand what us lucky ones have known since the 80's...keep digging. There are many, many more gems like this one!

Been to four of their shows. 86, 92, 99, 2015... ALL WERE AWESOME! They always last 2 hours and you leave wishing it never ended!.

I love this channel, it’s really interesting to see someone experience the music I love for the first time. You sir have a true open mind to music, and that’s really awesome! I love Metallica, and they were the first concert I ever saw in February, 2016. I couldn’t believe how amazing they were live. Heavy Music forever! 🤘🏻🤘🏻

Great reactions, man! For Metallica instrumentals: Orion, Call of Ktulu, To live is to Die. Other thrash masterpieces by Metallica: Disposable Heroes, Battery, Damage Inc, Fight Fire with fire...and the list goes on. Keep 'em coming, man!

you make me smile I've been a metalhead my whole life and your reaction is making me smile

That final solo. THE BEST

metallica was the first concert i ever saw, back in 89 during the justice tour. 100% EPIC!!!

It's so good to se someone listening to master pieces like that for the first time. Amazing dude, keep listening to rock, you will not regret

I sincerely enjoy watching you react to my childhood’s favorite songs. Keep it up man you have good taste.

See this guy is the real deal.His reactions are totally real and heartfelt. You can in his eyes and his smile that hes genuine. Its how i felt when i first heard this song at age 14, i was immediately entranced by the beauty and power. I knew when Kirk was gonna really let the fire and fury flow from his soul to the guitar towards the end of the solo that Preston would have to smile. Man its good to see people that wouldnt normally hear this music, stop and recognize the genius and majestic beauty of it.When I went to school in San Pedro in Socal, black dudes didnt listen to this kind ofmusic or werent even allowed to by their peers because it was considered white dudes with long hair kinda music. I would think, man theyre dumb, theyre missing out on music that has emotional power like no other. You are a good man sir.You see the beauty and appreciate the musicianship.

This was my song I'm 44 years old. So much meaning. I'm so glad this song has been reaching you all. 1989 monsters of rock my first concert. Song still gives me chills

Saw Metallica last year, July 5th, after having been a fan for about 10 years. It was a magical experience!! They played this song, which happens to my favorite. The quality of their show is outstanding, they put on a show that made a stadium feel like a small venue. Truly one of the greatest bands ever!!

You should react to Metallica - Battery live in Seattle 1989!!

I love your reaction videos because you are so open and honest. Whether you like a song or not, you are very respectful and that is awesome! Keep it up!

I have been to many concerts in my life and Metallica's sound waves gave you the hardest punches to the chest. It was awesome.

This is true cultural appropriation. Someone on the outside of a culture can respect and enjoy something from another culture. This is the only way to MAYBE understand a person or where they are coming from. Or at least it's on the right track

If you like their instrumental react to Orion

Transitioning from middle school to high school ... the summer. My first love and we broke up. My summer consisted of listening to this album. Probably not the best choice... I was definitely going through a spiritual awakening after that. I saw METALLICA 4 times... Just saw them again with their tour in oct of 2018... Took my son to go see them. We were 15 ft from the stage. This band has crossed generations from boomers to millennials.. ✌ They were my childhood. Gen X ... born in 1975. This was legit my childhood.

Im 53 and seen them in 86" I was 16 when they opened up for ozzy , scariest concert ever . Everyone there had a Metallica t-shirt on . They blew me away !

Metallica are the absolute gods of all things rock and metal

this was the first Matallica album i got when i was like 10. . got it for my birthday with a sony walkman. .. i didnt take my headphones off for a week. . .

Kirk Hammet considered Rudolph Schenker of 'Scorpions' his idol when he was learning to play guitar, and even when he was already making albums he would go to Joe Satriani for lessons to improve his guitar playing.

Even though I grew up w/this music that's how I felt when I listened the 1st time. ! That's WHY I luv watching u watch it brings the whole 1st time experience back. I believe for me the Music will always bring back the experience so Thank You!!!

I've seen Metallica a couple of times and I have tickets to see them again at ACL here in Austin in October. I'm almost 38, and I remember fondly listening to them on cassette tape in the 80's. Fade to Black has and probably always will be my favorite song of theirs. They're fantastic live. What makes their shows really spectacular is the fandom and the camaraderie with everyone there. The diversity at Metallica shows is insane-you will see people from every country, from every walk of life, with every skin tone, you'll see parents with babies, children, teenagers, young people, middle aged people, elderly people-everyone is so friendly and welcoming and everyone bonds over Metallica.

This is my favorite. It grinds in your soul.

I've had the pleasure of seeing them SIX times live in concert, and they are AWESOME!!!

I've been 3 times. They go balls out for 21/2 hours. It's the most exciting experience. They sound just like this live.

Concerts are unreal religious experience

Love this reaction my dude! This is hands down my favorite rock song of all time!

I now bestow upon you, the title, Sir MetalHead 🤘🏼

I was lucky to see them open up for Ozzy Osbourne

Fight fire with fire....

It just makes u want to learn how to play the guitar. 🎶

Saw Metallica 4 times and you'd fit right in! I still have my Justice (88') concert shirt, never washed, and the blood on it is brown now. "One" was the finale. 10 rows from the stage. When the later solo started, chairs started flying.. Despite the pint of blood lost, Justice was one of the best friggin concerts ever!

I have seen Metallica 15 times since 92 and hundreds of other concerts. They are still my #1 live show damn near perfection every time for 3 hours.

James Hetfield - vocals and rhythm guitar Kirk Hammett - lead guitar (he does the solos) Lars Ulrich - drums Cliff Burton - bass Cliff was on the first 3 Metallica albums, but then he died in a car accident in 1986 while the band was on tour in Europe. Metallica replaced Cliff with Jason Newsted in 1986. Jason was on the 4th-7th albums. Jason left the band in 2001. Metallica replaced Jason with Rob Trujillo in 2003, and has been with the band ever since, being part of their last 2 albums. I saw Metallica for my first time ever in July 2017 at the Rose Bowl. It was the best concert I’ve ever been to. Metallica’s own channel has a large amount of videos from their current worldwide tour. I highly recommend checking out Spit Out the Bone - live London 2017. It is absolutely sick. If you want to see Metallica performing at their absolute best, their absolute peak.....then you have to react to either Blackened or Battery live Seattle 1989. The Seattle 1989 show is well regarded as being their finest live performance ever. Keep dishing out Metallica reactions. It’s just as fun for us metal veterans to watch as it is for you to first discover it.

Metallica - Creeping Death

So happy seeing this, the chills and tears I gir hearing this for the first time and even now blows me away. Seeing this makes me so happy like it was me listening to it for the first time.

this is why I like your videos man, you don't care that it's metal, you care about the musical talent, and you actually take the time to really listen to it, keep on my man

Their change ups are incredible!

April 20th 2018, this man's life was changed... awesome man

Fun's fact: James Hetfield (vocals/guitar) wrote this song in 1984 after Metallica's gear was stolen, and he was really sad because of that!! This was like his sort of "crying for help" because of that, I think!! He wasn't even planning to write any songs after this happened, I believe!!! But, now this is one of them MASTERPIECES!!! So, thanks for Metallica's music in my life!!! Them SONGS always keep me alive, so yep...!!!!! Thank you, Metallica!! And, yeah, Kirk Hammett (lead guitar) is really killing it with the final guitar solo, and also Lars Ulrich (drums) is also kicking a double-bass at the end, too!!

I'm very late to comment like more than two years after uplod, but I have to say King KTF that it has been a pleasure watching your vides as a old headbanger myself. I did grow up with Metallica, and "Fade to Black" is one of the track in my absolute "Top 5 Metal Songs Ever". I'm glad to see your excitement over the same track that I love! I have been also sharing this video to bunch of friends (and still doing whenever I get to know new people in my life) and they love it as well! Just glad to see someone new to our community :) Great work and keep it up!

My Son has been to 5 Metallica concerts, they are an Awesome band !! I got my son to love them when he was a little boy.

I've seen Metallica live more than any other band. Simply because their concerts aren't just concerts....They're experiences. Best live band I've ever seen

I've been a Metallica fan for over 30 years and have been privileged to have seen them 14 times. A must see show!!

I Seen them in 1991 In Moncton NB Canada I was in grade 11. Hugged the front barricade the entire concert. almost got a drink of James's beer. But I caught one of Lars's Drumsticks :) Still Have it :) best concert EVER!!!!!

I’m gonna knock you out of your socks you like instrumentals try “ Orion” Metallica

The only way to describe a live Metallica show in a 60,000 seat stadium is mind blowing. Their stage is huge, with giant 150foot screens& videos for every song, amazing light and laser effect, then there’s the pyro and the fire on the stage with flames shooting 100 more feet above those screens during blackened when James sings “Fire” or the intro for “One” it looks like the stage is being bombed and machine guns are firing, and that’s just 2 songs . It’s worth every cent no matter where you’re sitting, because not only are they good live but it’s a crazy good show to go with the music. Absolutely a must see for any fan of this band

I went to their concert July of last year and they are A-MA-ZING... I live in South Florida, and July is the middle of the summer, and they had pyrotechnics on stage, to where I could feel the heat from my seat, yet these old guys are up there for the few hours they were up there just killing it. It's amazing...

1992, Charlotte NC. NO WORDS to explain a live Metallica experience. Still love them...