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Metallica

laresafari | 20 Јануар, 2026 09:41

Metallica – četiri decenije bunta, zvuka i bezvremenskog rokenrola

Američki rock bend Metallica već više od četrdeset godina zauzima posebno mjesto na svjetskoj muzičkoj sceni. Osnovan 1981. godine u Los Angelesu, bend je od samog početka pomjerao granice heavy metala, spajajući sirovu energiju, tehničku preciznost i društveno angažovane tekstove. Njihova muzika nije bila samo glasna i brza, već i sadržajna, što ih je izdvojilo od mnogih savremenika.

Grupu su osnovali bubnjar Lars Ulrich i gitarista i vokal James Hetfield, a ubrzo su im se pridružili gitarista Kirk Hammett i basista Cliff Burton. Burton je imao veliki uticaj na rani zvuk benda, unoseći muzičku širinu i kompleksnije aranžmane. Njegova tragična smrt 1986. godine u saobraćajnoj nesreći tokom evropske turneje duboko je potresla članove benda i fanove širom svijeta.

Uprkos ovom gubitku, Metallica je nastavila dalje, a basista Jason Newsted preuzeo je Burtonovo mjesto. Tokom devedesetih godina bend je doživio veliku komercijalnu ekspanziju, naročito nakon izlaska “Black Albuma”, koji je Metallicu približio široj publici i donio im globalnu popularnost. Iako su neki fanovi kritikovali promjene u zvuku, bend je pokazao spremnost da se razvija i istražuje nove muzičke pravce.

Albumi poput Master of Puppets, Ride the Lightning i …And Justice for All danas se smatraju temeljima modernog metala. Tekstovi Metallice često se bave ličnim demonima, psihološkim borbama, ratom, zavisnošću i društvenim nepravdama, čineći njihove pjesme univerzalno prepoznatljivim i van muzičkog konteksta.

Metallica je poznata i po svom snažnom odnosu sa fanovima, ali i po kontroverzama, uključujući pravne bitke sa digitalnim servisima početkom 2000-ih. Ipak, bend je uspio da prebrodi i te izazove, dodatno učvrstivši svoju poziciju u muzičkoj industriji.

Danas Metallica važi za jedan od najuspješnijih rock bendova svih vremena, sa desetinama miliona prodatih albuma i nebrojenim koncertima širom svijeta. Njihova dugovječnost, energija i uticaj na nove generacije muzičara potvrđuju da Metallica nije samo bend, već kulturni fenomen koji i dalje oblikuje savremeni rock i metal.

English Translation

Metallica – Four Decades of Rebellion, Sound, and Timeless Rock

The American rock band Metallica has held a special place on the global music scene for more than four decades. Formed in 1981 in Los Angeles, the band pushed the boundaries of heavy metal from the very beginning, combining raw energy, technical precision, and socially engaged lyrics. Their music was not only loud and fast, but also meaningful, which set them apart from many of their contemporaries.

The group was founded by drummer Lars Ulrich and guitarist and vocalist James Hetfield, soon joined by guitarist Kirk Hammett and bassist Cliff Burton. Burton had a significant influence on the band’s early sound, bringing musical depth and more complex arrangements. His tragic death in a bus accident during a European tour in 1986 deeply shocked the band members and fans around the world.

Despite this loss, Metallica continued forward, with bassist Jason Newsted taking over Burton’s role. During the 1990s, the band experienced major commercial expansion, particularly after the release of the “Black Album,” which introduced Metallica to a broader audience and brought them worldwide fame. Although some fans criticized the change in sound, the band demonstrated a willingness to evolve and explore new musical directions.

Albums such as Master of Puppets, Ride the Lightning, and …And Justice for All are now considered foundations of modern metal. Metallica’s lyrics often deal with personal demons, psychological struggles, war, addiction, and social injustice, making their songs universally recognizable beyond a purely musical context.

Metallica is also known for its strong relationship with fans, as well as for controversies, including legal battles with digital services in the early 2000s. Nevertheless, the band managed to overcome these challenges, further solidifying its position in the music industry.

Today, Metallica is regarded as one of the most successful rock bands of all time, with tens of millions of albums sold and countless concerts around the world. Their longevity, energy, and influence on new generations of musicians confirm that Metallica is not just a band, but a cultural phenomenon that continues to shape modern rock and metal.

Autor: Mateja Kolar