Originally issued back in the day as the second single from the project, the track follows “Until It Sleeps” as the second preview to the 2025 package.
Due June 13, “Load” will be released in multiple formats, including standard 180g 2LP, CD, cassette, and digital (including a Spatial Audio mix using Atmos), a 3CD Expanded Edition, and, a mammoth Deluxe Box Set.
Also – for the first time ever – the 2LP, 3CD Expanded, and deluxe digital versions feature the extended version of “The Outlaw Torn," originally edited for release due to the time constraints of CDs in the 90s.
Metallica’s sixth studio record was remastered by Reuben Cohen at Lurssen Mastering with Greg Fidelman overseeing.
The original 1996 release delivered the group its second straight US No. 1 and went on to sold more than 5 million copies in the region.
Metallica recently launched the 2025 series of shows as part of its M72 World Tour in support of “72 Seasons.”
Pick up some Metallica at the band’s official store here.
See also:
Metallica stream Syracuse performance of 1984 classic Creeping Death
Metallica announce remastered and expanded editions of Load
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