At MetalMania Live Radio, one principle reigns supreme: every song played is the live version. No studio tweaks, no overdubs, no compromises — just the raw, unfiltered power of metal and hard rock as it was meant to be heard. From the shattering riffs to the thunderous drums, from primal screams to soaring solos, live metal captures the essence of the genre in a way no studio recording ever can. That’s why listeners around the world choose MetalMania Live: to experience music that hits harder, louder, and truer than anything polished or edited.
Tonight, the spotlight shines on one of Metallica’s most legendary performances: Nurnberg, Germany – May 21, 1999, part of the Garage Inc. / S&M era. This show stands as a testament to why Metallica is considered one of the greatest live acts in metal history. With a perfect blend of classic thrash anthems and newer material, the Nurnberg performance delivers the precision, intensity, and adrenaline that only a Metallica live show can provide.
Nurnberg 1999 – The Live Metal Experience
From the very first riff of Enter Sandman, Metallica commands the stage with a ferocity that is impossible to ignore. Lars Ulrich’s pounding rhythms drive the energy forward, while Kirk Hammett’s searing solos cut through the roar of the crowd. James Hetfield’s vocals strike with both raw power and emotional depth, and Jason Newsted’s bass underpins every moment with crushing authority.
The Nurnberg crowd fuels the performance, responding to every drum fill, every guitar lick, and every guttural roar with unrelenting energy. The connection between band and audience is palpable — a defining element of live metal that studio recordings can never replicate. This show captures Metallica at the peak of their live prowess, demonstrating the perfect marriage of technical precision and raw emotion.
Setlist – A Thrash and Hard Rock Masterclass
The setlist from Nurnberg is a masterclass in live metal, each track delivered with a ferocity and authenticity that only a live show can provide:
- Enter Sandman – A thunderous opener that immediately commands attention.
- Creeping Death – Raw, relentless, and perfect for live energy.
- Harvester of Sorrow – Heavy grooves and dark intensity fill the arena.
- The Unforgiven – Emotional depth paired with ferocious performance.
- Fuel – High-octane energy that ignites both stage and crowd.
- Sad But True – Monumental riffs and crushing rhythm.
- Wherever I May Roam – Expansive and epic, a journey through metal mastery.
- Fade to Black – Heart-rending intensity that hits harder live.
- One – Technical precision and emotional gravitas unite in a live spectacle.
- Master of Puppets – Thrash perfection, tight, brutal, and unstoppable.
- Seek & Destroy – The ultimate crowd-igniting anthem, ending the night in pure fury.
Every song, every note, every scream is live and unedited, delivering the kind of power only Metallica can achieve on stage.
Why MetalMania Live Radio is Different
At MetalMania Live Radio, studio versions don’t make the cut. Our mission is simple: bring the raw energy of live metal and hard rock to listeners everywhere. From Metallica in Nurnberg to legendary performances by Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Pantera, Slayer, and more, we deliver music as it was intended — live, intense, and unforgettable.
Tonight’s Metallica Live Radio Show is your chance to experience the energy, the precision, and the adrenaline of one of metal’s most iconic bands. Crank the volume, feel the roar of the crowd, and let the electricity of live performance take over.
Tune in tonight at 9 PM EST for the Metallica Live Radio Show – Nurnberg, Germany – May 21, 1999
MetalMania Live Radio — Every Song Played is the Live Version. Always.