Metallica

On March 17, 1989, Metallica delivered a powerful performance at the Hartford Civic Center during their Damaged Justice Tour, hot on the heels of their groundbreaking album, *...And Justice for All*. Released just the previous year, this album not only solidified their status in the thrash metal scene but also showcased their evolved sound, characterized by complex arrangements and politically charged lyrics. Interestingly, the tour was notable for not just its musical content but also for its ambitious visual production – Metallica was pushing boundaries not just sonically but artistically. The band opened the Hartford show with "Blackened," a relentless track that set the intense energy for the evening, and they were accompanied by the influential band Queensrÿche. It’s a moment in time when Metallica was firmly establishing themselves as global heavyweights, marking a pivotal point in their legendary career.

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