At MetalMania Live, every track you hear is live—nothing but the raw energy of the stage, the roar of the crowd, and the heavy riffs that can only come from a real performance. No studio polish, no overdubs, just the pure adrenaline of live metal and hard rock. And tonight, we’re bringing you one of the most important moments in heavy metal history: Metallica’s 40th Anniversary shows from San Francisco, played in their entirety.
Metallica: 40 Years of Heavy Metal Power
Formed in 1981, Metallica rose from the Bay Area thrash scene to become the biggest heavy metal band on the planet. Forty years later, in December 2021, the band returned home to celebrate their legacy with two special concerts at the Chase Center in San Francisco.
These shows weren’t just concerts—they were history. Fans from around the world traveled to see Metallica revisit their catalog in a way only they can. From live debuts to deep cuts and fan favorites, both nights were stacked with surprises. For those who couldn’t be there in person, the band immortalized the performances with official releases, available as a 4-CD bundle or as separate 2-CD sets for each night.
And tonight on MetalMania Live, you’ll hear one of these sets, handpicked by the band themselves.
The Releases: Every Note Captured
Metallica didn’t hold back when it came to documenting their 40th anniversary. Here’s what fans can get their hands on:
🎶 Live Metallica: San Francisco, CA – 2021 40th Anniversary CD Bundle (4 CDs)
- Complete audio of both nights (Dec. 17 & 19, 2021).
- Available on Metallica’s official site and as digital downloads via LiveMetallica.com.
🎶 Night One – December 17, 2021 (2-CD Set)
Tracklist:
- Hit the Lights
- Creeping Death
- Trapped Under Ice
- Welcome Home (Sanitarium)
- Orion
- The Shortest Straw
- One
- Sad But True
- Nothing Else Matters
- King Nothing
- Fixxxer (Live Debut)
- Breadfan
- No Leaf Clover
- Frantic
- The Day That Never Comes
- Spit Out the Bone
🎶 Night Two – December 19, 2021 (2-CD Set)
Tracklist:
- Hardwired
- The End of the Line
- Dirty Window
- I Disappear
- Am I Evil?
- The Memory Remains
- Fuel
- Bleeding Me
- Wasting My Hate
- The Unforgiven
- Enter Sandman
- Harvester of Sorrow
- Master of Puppets
- Fade to Black
- Whiplash
- Seek and Destroy
From the thrash-fueled chaos of Whiplash to the emotional power of Fade to Black, from the live debut of Fixxxer to the arena-shaking Enter Sandman, these shows are proof that Metallica’s fire burns just as bright after four decades.
Tonight’s Metallica Live Radio Show on MetalMania Live
Tonight, MetalMania Live is proud to feature a special handpicked live recording from Metallica’s 40th Anniversary shows. Tune in and experience the exact kind of performance that defines our station—live, unfiltered, and unforgettable.
📍 Station: MetalMania Live – the only radio station where every single song is a live version of your favorite heavy metal and hard rock.
⏰ Showtime: Tonight at 9PM EST.
🎸 Feature: Metallica’s 40th Anniversary live performance – handpicked by the band.
Where to Buy & Relive the Experience
Fans can grab the 4-CD bundle or the individual 2-CD sets directly from the official Metallica Store. Digital downloads are also available from LiveMetallica.com, giving fans a chance to own a piece of history and relive the nights whenever they want.
Why It Matters
Live metal is the heartbeat of this genre. Metallica’s 40th anniversary shows weren’t just a celebration of their past—they were proof that heavy metal is alive, thriving, and more powerful than ever. And at MetalMania Live, that’s exactly what we celebrate every single day: the pure, electrifying power of live music.