Metallica

On August 23, 2019, Metallica performed “The Call of Ktulu” at Munich's iconic Olympiastadion as part of their “WorldWired Tour,” which showcased their 2016 album, *Hardwired... to Self-Destruct*. This album marked a triumphant return, featuring the heavy-hitting sounds that fans have come to love while also showcasing their maturity as musicians. It was their first studio release in eight years, and it captured the raw intensity that Metallica fans crave. Interestingly, *Hardwired...* debuted at number one in several countries, proving that their allure hasn’t dimmed with time. The live recording in Munich was special not just for its location but also for how it highlighted the band’s ability to connect with their audience through powerful instrumentals and emotive performances. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t feel a surge of nostalgia and energy when that haunting melody of “The Call of Ktulu” kicks in? It's moments like these that remind us why Metallica remains a formidable force in rock music.

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