For many Metallica fans the Black album (“Enter Sandman” “Sad But True“) has something of a marmite effect on them, they either love it or they hate it. However, as it has been confirmed that Metallica will headline Download 2012, after a six year break from the festival, it has also been confirmed that they will play the Black album in full for their much anticipated set.
Lars Ulrich of Metallica had this to say in response to their return to Donington Park “Six years is way toooo long to be away from the hallowed grounds of Donington Park. We are beyond psyched and feel privileged to come back once again to soak up the energy and vibe of the most legendary of festival sites.”.
Andy Copping, vice president of promotions at Live Nation, also added “I am absolutely bowled over that Metallica will be playing The Black Album at the 10th anniversary of Download. The album is up there as one of the greatest albums of all time, everyone knows the songs.The Download Festival has come a long way since we first started in 2003 and to have Metallica back to help us celebrate this milestone is just fantastic.”
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