Metallica was officially formed on October 28, 1981, in Los Angeles, California, by drummer Lars Ulrich and guitarist/vocalist James Hetfield.
Formation Details
- Metallica began when Lars Ulrich placed an ad in an LA newspaper seeking other metal musicians, which James Hetfield answered.
- The band quickly grew to include Ron McGovney (bass) and Dave Mustaine (lead guitar).
- They started making a name for themselves in the local scene before recording their first album.
Early Milestones
- Their first official album, "Kill 'Em All," was released in 1983.
- Metallica is recognized as one of the founding bands of thrash metal, alongside Megadeth, Anthrax, and Slayer.
Metallica's early years were marked by rapid growth and innovation within the heavy metal genre, quickly becoming a major force in the music scene.
