Metallica continues to prove their legendary status in the rock world as they unleash a powerful performance of ‘Battery’ during their ongoing residency at the Las Vegas Sphere. This iconic track, which originally opened their 1986 album Master Of Puppets, was recently featured in a professionally shot video shared on the band’s YouTube channel, showcasing their ability to still deliver high-energy thrash metal four decades later.
The residency kicked off on October 1, and Metallica has been delighting fans with a mix of classic tracks, including some that haven’t been played in years. Notably, the band performed the title track from their 1988 album …And Justice For All for the first time since 2014 on opening night, and they also dusted off the deep cut ‘Devil’s Dance’ from Reload for the first time since 2008.
While ‘Battery’ has been a staple of their setlist, its return as an opener marked a significant moment, as it hadn’t opened a show since 2014. The October 15 performance, which featured the track, further solidified the band’s commitment to delivering a thrilling live experience for their fans.
Despite the success of their Las Vegas shows, the residency has not been without its controversies. Frontman James Hetfield made headlines with a statement criticizing entertainers who attempt to influence audiences with their personal views, a remark that drew backlash from various quarters, including former Pink Floyd member Roger Waters.
Nevertheless, Metallica remains focused on their music, with a special Halloween show planned where they will perform ‘Of Wolf And Man’ and even jam on the Addams Family theme. After their Las Vegas residency, the band will head to Connecticut for two intimate shows at Mohegan Sun Arena, celebrating the venue’s 25th anniversary.
Fans can look forward to more performances as Metallica resumes their residency in January and continues their M72 world tour, which will feature support from Limp Bizkit and Avatar. With a packed schedule ahead, Metallica shows no signs of slowing down.
