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🔥 TONIGHT ONLY: Metallica Live from Middletown, NY – June 17, 1994
📍 Location: Orange County Fairgrounds, Middletown, NY
📅 Broadcast Date: May 23
🕘 Time: 9:00 PM – 11:30 PM (ET)
📻 Only on: MetalMania Live Radio
That’s right—tonight we’re airing the full, uncut concert from Metallica’s blazing 1994 “Summer Shit Tour” stop at the Orange County Fairgrounds. This is live Metallica at its finest—raw, aggressive, unpredictable—and you’ll hear every note, every scream, every solo, just as it happened that night.
This wasn’t just any gig. June 17, 1994, was a night that captured Metallica on the cusp of transformation. Still carrying the weight of The Black Album, but with one foot stepping into the grittier, groove-heavy direction of Load, the band brought their dual identities crashing together in one unforgettable set.
⚡ SETLIST SNAPSHOT: Old-School Fire Meets a New Era
Metallica kicked things off with a blistering cover of “So What!”, the anarchic anthem that set a confrontational tone for the night. It was a statement: this wasn’t just a performance—it was a call to war.
From there, the band launched into “Creeping Death,” whipping the crowd into a frenzy with its thunderous riff and war cry chorus. The pit exploded, fists raised, as Hetfield roared through the verses like a man possessed.
“Sad but True” hit next, slower but heavier, dropping like a sledgehammer on the crowd. The swampy riffs echoed across the fairgrounds like cannon fire, and Hetfield’s gritty vocals locked into the groove with punishing precision.
“The Unforgiven” brought a moment of introspection mid-set, its dark melody cutting through the mayhem like a steel blade in slow motion. It’s a haunting reminder of Metallica’s emotional depth and songwriting range.
The 1994 setlist also included “Ain’t My Bitch,” one of the first tastes fans got from Load. At the time, it was a bold departure—sleazier, dirtier, but still unmistakably Metallica. And judging by the crowd response that night, fans were more than ready for the band’s evolving sound.
And of course, what would a Metallica show be without the explosive storytelling of “One”? The haunting intro, machine-gun drumming, and face-melting solos were met with synchronized pyrotechnics and roaring approval—making it one of the most impactful moments of the night.
🔥 ENCORE DESTRUCTION: Whiplash Meets Battery
When Metallica returned for their encore, they didn’t ease off the gas. They unleashed “Battery” and “Whiplash”, two of their fastest and most ferocious tracks. This is the Metallica that defined a genre—shredding, relentless, and utterly untamed.
Every riff was sharper. Every scream louder. These final songs didn’t just close the night—they detonated it.
🎤 Why This Show Still Matters
Metallica’s June 17, 1994 performance at the Orange County Fairgrounds wasn’t just a concert—it was a collision of eras. It was the sound of a band confident in its legacy, yet unafraid to challenge expectations. For those who were there, it was a masterclass in heavy metal. For those listening now, it’s a chance to relive that fire—or feel it for the first time.
It was a rare moment when the world’s biggest metal band played a smaller, more intimate venue, and brought stadium-level energy to a packed fairground in upstate New York. No pyros or jumbotrons could replace the sheer presence of the band. They proved that night that metal isn’t about scale—it’s about power, passion, and connection.
🎧 Tune In Tonight – Only on MetalMania Live
This is what MetalMania Live is all about—bringing you the most legendary live metal moments ever recorded, delivered with the full force and fury they deserve. Don’t miss tonight’s broadcast of Metallica: Live from Middletown, NY—a 2.5-hour sonic assault that captures Metallica at a critical moment in their evolution.
🔥 Grab your headphones, turn it to 11, and feel the thunder with us.
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