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Several factors come into play for this review of Metallica’s second show in Copenhagen. These include my disinterest in the opening bands for tonight’s show, my hope of narrowing down the window to drink the tasteless lager I had to endure on Friday and the fact we had a larger party that were in different places in the stadium. Despite one of this party being the one and only Miserable Simon from The Miserable Metal Mind Podcast, this was still a more pleasurable experience than an early entrance to the gig. If you were hoping for my opinion on these support bands, I am sorry. [the supports were Ice Nine Kills and Five Finger Death Punch in case you were wondering]
Once in the venue and with a decent spot secured, I wince once more at the price and taste of the beer but more excitedly await It’s a long way to the top. A proud dragon atop a church blazoned on the massive screens around the stadium replaces Friday’s troll artwork, and it’s not long until the stadium darkens. Following AC/DC, The Ecstasy of Gold stirs the heart again as the band arrive and break into their opening track. We had discussed in the bars outside the venue which track Metallica would open with tonight, something I am sure was also the subject for many of tonight’s attendees. Not one of us went for Whiplash though, so surprise there. It’s not long before a blue hue envelope the stadium and a welcome bell begins to toll. Horns are raised as this metal classic rains down from the stage and we are well and truly off once more. Following Too Far Gone, it’s time for Rob and Kirk’s doodle, and they’ve decided to cover a Danish band in honour of our location tonight. The crowd goes wild for the Gasolin cover Rabalderstræde, and even the security guard who is stood just behind the railing to our right has a massive grin across his face.
An emotionally charged Fade to Black follows, causing sentiment to stir; something I was not aware I was hiding. The Call of Kthulu replaced Orion from Friday night, and it does not seem to go down as well. It did for me, with a brilliant rendition. The third track from 72 Seasons played this evening is a solid version of Inamorata before the band move round the stage, closer to us, and break into a devastating rendition of Battery. I have seen Metallica many times and this could be the closest I have ever been to them, thanks to this in the round experience.
One is amazing and it leads into the track we all knew would finish this two-night show, Enter Sandman. The drunken football shirts, plus the people who have come in to check out the show out of curiosity now join a rapturous sing along of this well-known track as the set closes. As the band, and especially Lars thank a grateful crowd, the realisation that it’s over dawns.
Once in the venue and with a decent spot secured, I wince once more at the price and taste of the beer but more excitedly await It’s a long way to the top. A proud dragon atop a church blazoned on the massive screens around the stadium replaces Friday’s troll artwork, and it’s not long until the stadium darkens. Following AC/DC, The Ecstasy of Gold stirs the heart again as the band arrive and break into their opening track. We had discussed in the bars outside the venue which track Metallica would open with tonight, something I am sure was also the subject for many of tonight’s attendees. Not one of us went for Whiplash though, so surprise there. It’s not long before a blue hue envelope the stadium and a welcome bell begins to toll. Horns are raised as this metal classic rains down from the stage and we are well and truly off once more. Following Too Far Gone, it’s time for Rob and Kirk’s doodle, and they’ve decided to cover a Danish band in honour of our location tonight. The crowd goes wild for the Gasolin cover Rabalderstræde, and even the security guard who is stood just behind the railing to our right has a massive grin across his face.
An emotionally charged Fade to Black follows, causing sentiment to stir; something I was not aware I was hiding. The Call of Kthulu replaced Orion from Friday night, and it does not seem to go down as well. It did for me, with a brilliant rendition. The third track from 72 Seasons played this evening is a solid version of Inamorata before the band move round the stage, closer to us, and break into a devastating rendition of Battery. I have seen Metallica many times and this could be the closest I have ever been to them, thanks to this in the round experience.
One is amazing and it leads into the track we all knew would finish this two-night show, Enter Sandman. The drunken football shirts, plus the people who have come in to check out the show out of curiosity now join a rapturous sing along of this well-known track as the set closes. As the band, and especially Lars thank a grateful crowd, the realisation that it’s over dawns.
Can Metallica still do it? You better believe they can! The new material has more of a shine in this live setting, and they mix well with the classics. This Sunday set list had a less energetic feel for about a quarter of it, but it was still a success in my eyes.
Now it’s off to buy a 72 Seasons sweat band I will never wear.
Review and photos by Neil 'Thrashtash' Bolton
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