Metallica: Fade to Black (Lisbon, Portugal - July 8, 2022)

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[@EngineeredTheMind]

Def feels like we've entered a new prime of Metallica, everything sounding better, and you guys looking great

[@Fister_of_Muppets]

They've definitely upped their game compared to ten years ago. And the sound quality and cinematography from these shows is 100% badass.

[@haraldsvenssonsle4415]

Spot on, though I’d say this new prime started with the Met on tour-videos in 2018. This is also probably the best FtB-version both when it comes to sound as well as actual playing/arrangement.

[@robertsole9970]

@@Fister_of_Muppets and its all free. Nobody else gives us free music and videos.

[@Xfade81]

@@robertsole9970 except all the other free videos on youtube from other artists.

[@vovahimself]

Just to think all it took was Lars using a click track!

[@ZakkyTv]

I'll tell you the truth it was my first show of them, I was very depressed with life, I went to the show because I really like the band and honestly after the show ended I could only think how wonderful life is, it was one of the best days of my life thank you Metallica

[@georgievmomchil]

Good luck man

[@Markito85]

sometimes music helps us going through the worst times of our lives, good luck!

[@garymulviel668]

Welcome to the family my friend..they truly are utterly brilliant seen them 14 times and hopefully 15 nxt year

[@user-cr2se8lq6k]

Ukraine 🙏💙💛🇺🇦 Love Metalica ❤️ rossian-terorist 😡💩

[@davidvanbrunt4233]

More good days are ahead for you !!! 👍👍🏁🏁

[@marcelbr815]

Some of the most beautiful songs ever written in the history of music, oddly came from a metal band that started out as one of the heaviest things on the planet.

[@jutjub22]

And they were 20-21 years old...

[@robertsole9970]

@@jutjub22 don't forget that Ciff, who was around when many of these songs were first made...was a trained classical musician.

[@Cageur_Bageur]

Agree This guitar riff used to be my phone ringtone

[@jurgencuypers8350]

Well put. Once a metal band. Once a great band. It ended in 89.

[@dago87able]

@@jurgencuypers8350 I see a metal band in the video. 2022.

[@herooftheday1107]

Metallica is noticeable with much more energy, what a thrill to know that they can still transmit that feeling, keep it up Metallica are the best

[@HittokiriBattousai17]

I hope it's not the swan song, and they actually have that energy for 4 or 5 more years.

[@jagfromtexas]

@@HittokiriBattousai17 Let's hope!

[@Fister_of_Muppets]

@@HittokiriBattousai17 That's my feeling as well. These guys are pushing 60 years old... but man lately they've been playing these songs like it's their last. I don't know if they found the Fountain of Youth during Covid or what, but their energy, sound, and effort has been outstanding lately. Not to mention the terrific cinematography and great mix from all these shows.

[@HittokiriBattousai17]

@@Fister_of_Muppets Well, they are 60 but they have the best doctors, best gear, best food, best medicines, best everything, really, so its easy to excel. I just feel like they're playing exceptionally good, almost at Black Album level. Maybe its the C19 lockdown break they had, maybe they finally found balance and peace of mind, who knows. I wouldn't mind them retiring after Hardwired, it was a kickass album.

[@Fister_of_Muppets]

@@HittokiriBattousai17 true, they're wealthy, but they deserve it. I never begrudge anyone for being successful as long as they're honest about it. I feel like the guys have been reading the comments over the years and stepped their game up. I also feel that they've matured enough now (especially Lars) to appreciate their success. I think they will debut a new album late this year or next, and after that they'll probably ride off into the sunset. I don't see them hanging out on the road forever like the Rolling Stones, but I do see each of them contributing to music in other ways.

[@PenguinzFTW]

For me, this is the best song Metallica has ever written. Beautiful compositions, heart wrenching story, breath taking solo and an incredible outro. The fact that a couple kids in their 20s wrote this in a garage is incredible. Thank you Metallica \m/

[@kristinewilson5353]

Well said. Completely agree. I love this band

[@leonidblyum8826]

Kids in their very EARLY 20s! You are right, this is downright mindboggling

[@dowens3781]

@@leonidblyum8826 That age is prime years for metal musicians.

[@leonidblyum8826]

@@dowens3781 I know that for historical fact... however, they were still 'kids' essentially. Which makes 'Fade to Black ' a surprising creative masterpiece

[@totofranciscooruesaguier7081]

What a great comment man!!!

[@thehoodie7740]

Damn. You can tell that he is singing with his whole soul!

[@kristinewilson5353]

Yep. It’s pretty amazing

[@dowens3781]

Always.

[@sportlisboaebenfica2980]

Best show of my life, I was standing for 16 hours to be in the first row and it was worth it. Love you METALLICA 🤘🤘🤘

[@BM5556]

i envy u, i should have done the same

[@sportlisboaebenfica2980]

There will be more opportunities man. Cheers 🤘

[@BM5556]

@@sportlisboaebenfica2980 hope so! 🤘

[@marcoslanderos382]

Seeing these guys in the front row is life changing. I experienced something that billions will never experience.

[@MaidensWorldOfWax]

I have running water and indoor pluming, I experience something that billions will never experience.

[@Charlie-zj3hw]

Waste of money

[@zippy0n942]

Marcus, you didnt just say that, did you?

[@bobcaca6744]

@@Charlie-zj3hw must suck to be broke

[@jurgencuypers8350]

Really. Life changing? It is only music dude.

[@jaimecanez3235]

They couldn’t have posted this at a more perfect time. In the most difficult times of my life Metallica has been there and they continue to be the light that keeps me going and reminding me to stay strong. I know I’m not alone and neither are you…If you struggle please reach out to someone. YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

[@valeriedorsha988]

Prayers to you for whatever you are struggling with. 🙏🙏🙏

[@kargetina]

Stay strong, my friend. Wishing you all the best.

[@jaimecanez3235]

@@valeriedorsha988 thank you so much!

[@jaimecanez3235]

@@kargetina thank you so much! Both of you! Wasn’t really expecting any kind of feedback at all. Wish the same for both of you!

[@Lonewolf_rider]

Just stay and fight together! I'm going through depression right now and the lyrics are beautifully tempting. But I'm not alone and so are you! Let's keep it up and fight for what's worth! Blessings Jaime 🙌 BTW, I'm depressed not because of psyche but because of low thyroid function,something too keep in mind.

[@Crepitom]

This song has so much dark emotions behind it, expressed in such an energetic way.. it’s just beautiful and those who know could definitely feel it there!!

[@chadcassidy1580]

I feel, what you're saying.

[@bobabooey4537]

@@chadcassidy1580 Its no joke when I say I feel, what you're saying... about what hes saying.

[@ABC-dh4cr]

Imagine working with your best friends and loving your job!

[@LuGer212]

that "I'm missing one ... inside of me" was just -- beautiful!

[@tallycahamuhlhetru26]

Yes. And it definitely seemed like a message to someone.

[@blutomindpretzel1735]

why this song was never used for the S&M shows is beyond me. Totally fits

[@TheAgentAssassin]

A symphony would really sound good doing this song.

[@henriquesardofernandes2705]

Ben Zimmerman did S&M3 by taking some live performances of Metallica and adding orchestra to them, you should check it out it sounds great

[@rocknroltrain]

4th time watching them in Portugal, and FINALLY they played this song, thank you Metallica! 🤘

[@LuisFerreira-kn2nn]

Salvo erro, tocaram-na no superbock, em 2007, ou no RIR 2008. Sei, k já tinha ouvido 1 vez, pelo menos.

[@rocknroltrain]

@@LuisFerreira-kn2nn Esta foi a minha quarta vez apenas. Em 2012, 2018 e 2019 (anos em que os vi ao vivo), não a tocaram, daí o meu comentário.

[@LuisFerreira-kn2nn]

@@rocknroltrain sim, eu tinha entendido. Eles vão alternando consoante os concertos. Em outros concertos, já ouvi Hit the Lights, Sanitarium, Unforgiven, Memory Remains, Fuel, Harvest of Sorrow, etc, etc. É sempre bom ouvir coisaa diferentes.

[@ReesArtist]

They are reaching absolute perfection. These songs are incredibly technical and challenging, and they keep being better at playing and performing them ! it's insane, the talent and the skills that these musicians have.

[@Rcamp2510]

My first concert, been wanting to see them live as far as I remember! What an amazing night it was! Thank you, guys!

[@abhishekkar1]

Dead concert...

[@luciano_campelo]

Eu estava lá, e foi bem no dia do meu aniversário, 33 anos. Melhor presente que dei a mim mesmo. 🇵🇹🤘🏻

[@olegpugachev6785]

👍💥💙🤘🔥💖🔥🤘💜💥👍 А мне в этот день стукнуло 44 . . . ... and I was 44 in this day 🤘💥🤘💖🤘💥🤘

[@japaebuh]

Queria ter ido… agora irei no do Iron Maiden dia 31 de Julho

[@luciano_campelo]

@@japaebuh | Também irei no do Iron Maiden, fui no do Guns N'Roses dia 4 do mês passado, curti bastante.

[@DaniEl-lb7bb]

cumprimentos irmao

[@Clay-th9rj]

I've suppressed about 20 years of pain, and within the last year have truly labored through each day and long to wake up in different skin. I don't want to die but I want to kill what I loathe about myself. This song is a daily lifeline for me. It's what pulls me out of my descent and keeps me looking for some light. Thank you Metallica for these performances and providing a bolt of lightning to illuminate the darkness I'm in. 🙏

[@B0bi_007]

You can do it. Keep fighting. Life is great - keep it simple and cherish the small things. Be happy for things that you have and people that are kind to you. Don't fade to black.

[@Clay-th9rj]

@@B0bi_007 sincerely appreciate the words of encouragement. Thanks mom. 👊

[@aleksandrakuzeleva4709]

Hello from someone who is fighting in this war too. I do see more and more light recently, but it still takes an effort to not let the darkness in. Please don't give up, I know you can do it. You are strong, you are loved, you are needed here.

[@Clay-th9rj]

@@aleksandrakuzeleva4709 much obliged. I hope you'll continue to fight and blaze a path for those following a similar trail.

[@TyDie85]

I remember James saying this is the song of theirs he'd choose if alone on a deserted island and could only choose one song from their own discography. So yea, this song means a lot to him, I'msure. I can imagine why. Even at the point of this being written, James wanted a "better singer/vocalist" in the band so he could focus on guitar. This was also the first time he sang a song like this on record. Needless to say, James' vocals are the perfect match for the band.

[@EngineeredTheMind]

Also really love how Kirk has been working in more free styles into his solos putting some twists on it, keeps that unique feeling every time you hear these songs, and its like going on a ride when he hits it as he goes off, just hanging on for the ride, then brings it back towards the end to where its familiar. Really adds something special to these live performances and keeping that feeling of seeing something for the first time where as so many bands just play it exactly like the original track. If we wanted just that, we could listen to it at home, but live its nice hearing it as if its something everyone is hearing for the first time.

[@khall187]

Agree but it's a fine line that he's crossed (imo) too much in the past where it seems like he forgot the damn solo lol. I love when it's like 90% original amd 10% improv, vs sometimes it's like 50/50 and I'm not a fan of that much improv cuz it begins to sound like doodling. Have a good one bro!

[@danielazevedo3085]

I was at this concert while going through a rough time and I have to say that this song was pretty uplifting. Suddenly a tear of joy came down my face at the end. It was a beautiful moment. ❤️🤘

[@landonspeed269]

yall are the reason i play drums, much love to yall and i will never stop listening/ playing to yall

[@ihateyouchrollo]

My boyfriend loves you guys soooo muchhh😭. He always pretends he’s playing a electric guitar. The look on his face when he hears your music:). Forever thankful for you guys. I also enjoy your music❤️

[@SJoriis]

You could have been my girlfriend the way you write this hahab 😂

[@dessy844]

I love the beginning of this song ... And then James telling y'all that you're not alone, amazing guitar solo at the end 🔥🔥 .. A depressing lyrics that actually makes you comeback for more for different reasons .. ❤ thank you Metallica ❤

[@roymacdonald8312]

Kirk made a total mess of the end solo,wish he would practice it

[@dessy844]

@@roymacdonald8312 haha.. I still enjoyed it 🤣

[@joaoandreoliveira9240]

Second time there first time watching them playing this song, one of my favorites

[@fabgerland7308]

Yes fade to black!!! Please, whiplash for the last. 'Cause we are metallica!

[@MrJt1020]

I have been playing guitar for 17 years, and you guys were the beginning influence. Now having 5 solo albums under my belt, I am proud to be a Metallica fan!

[@Ariala0]

Okay but can we talk about how they connected beautifully with the public here, and made not a "Metallica concert " but "Metallica and everyone " cuz let's say it they all were in one big harmony. Amazing.

[@franckisaac8332]

Always with Metallica and honored to be in the Metallica familly since I've 13 old years. Support from eternal French fan

[@CoreyTaylorIsHot]

I’m 13 and I’ve been a fan for a year now, I still love them no matter what :,)

[@Mari000]

I’m 3 years old and I love Metallica!

[@mysticalxproducer]

Never too young for Metallica 🤘🔥🙌👏💖

[@Seggerss]

no matter what genre you like metallica is the best band

[@mehdikhojasteh8769]

Well, pay attention to the old man sitting behind the drum, you will realize that it is you who is old. It is amazing.

[@librazxd]

Simplesmente Metallica !

[@andrewbain6581]

This is probably the best live performance of fade to black I've heard from them. Shit would of sounded studio quality without the crowd.

[@JaydenLayne_]

For me the best was at Lincoln 2018

[@user-kd1tc2qi6v]

Seattle ‘89 is the pinnacle of metal … go watch those

[@KaanS-2099]

I was there towards the middle and man, what an amazing show

[@AtariForeva]

Glad to see Gary Moore's Greeny Les Paul still rocking on the stage and not sitting in the vault.

[@chrisbooth478]

My step-Dad's favorite guitar player! RIP Gary

[@user-jo6sl6rc7r]

They are in good health!! god bless metallica. Legendary band!!

[@GP-ij5rx]

After all this time kirk is still one of the coolest dudes alive 😎

[@psa2277]

4:32 17 years at my first Metallica show James shouts to the crowd before playing that banging riff. Me in the mosh pit with all these Portuguese people I can’t speak to just start going crazy best show of my life thank you Metallica! Come to Australia 🇦🇺

[@playgamebeat3661]

I get goosebumps after James Says do you feel what I feel and the rest of the song! The best live performance and best song in my opinion!

[@TigerKing77]

Fade to Black and one shaped my love of metal forever music that made us feel the rage and energy of something that no one else had when we listen to it and for that I will always Ride the lightning.

[@fixxxer6663]

Wow, that line "missing one inside of me" was f.. deep 😮

[@josueignaciomm]

You fucking beasts. Like I've read many times, I just can't imagine a world without MetallicA.

[@snowypolarbear2797]

God, I hope to see them live soon at some point, their production value in these concerts have stepped up everything! I wish some of these live versions were on music streaming platforms.

[@giovanni8967]

3:09 broke me bcse of the way James sang, wow

[@johnhilley4715]

To me this performance was easily the best I've ever heard. I can relate to this song and it definitely hits hard. Thank you Metallica for writing this Masterpiece 🤘

[@MarissaNovak1989]

Life, it seems, will fade away Drifting further, every day Getting lost within myself Nothing matters, no one else I have lost the will to live Simply nothing more to give There is nothing more for me Need the end to set me free Things not what they used to be Missing one inside of me Deathly loss, this can't be real I cannot stand this hell I feel Emptiness is filling me To the point of agony Growing darkness, taking dawn I was me, but now he's gone No one but me Can save myself But it's too late Now I can't think Think why I should even try Yesterday seems as though It never existed Death greets me warm Now I will just say goodbye Bye...

[@kamerinqueen2740]

Rock And Roll Metallica Is So The Best Rock And Roll Band Ive Ever Heard In My Life We Can Rock And Roll All The Time

[@goncalocs5]

I was there, my second time seeing them, it was AMAZING!

[@yanakulik4091]

Шедеврально !!! Металлика одна из немногих групп ,достойных уважения!!!😜💖🤟

[@user-fn9td9ui1e]

Согласен. Ребята уже не молоды, а жгут лучше почти всех новых молодых групп. Это уже классика!

[@timothyjohnson5304]

After seeing this song performed over the years I can say that “Greeny” was meant to be played on this song

[@cucumberblyat]

This guitar is awesome

[@cutesywootsey]

Comfort for me on this dark and cold rainy day...now all I need is my beddy and my blankie...and some more Metallica 😇😇😇😇🥰

[@filipefilipe973]

Thank you Metallica, thank you Nos Alive, it was amazing, dream come true.

[@elizabethhock4414]

Still one of my all time, All Time Favorite songs!

[@SwagusSE]

Yet another amazing live performance from Metallica, the audio was great 🤘

[@michaelmacleod6517]

"You are not alone!" Even watching them perform live from my living room just pumps me up. Definitely my favourite band. \m/

[@randalthecandal5212]

It was so good to be in there. They only missed one song that i wanted them to play which was blackened.

[@userr.936]

YEA FADE TO BLACK!!!!!!!!!

[@amysalazar2179]

I love this song and they look like they are having so much fun playing lately. I think this is one of those songs that is challenging due to the change in rhythm from slow to fast and back again. James does a great job shifting from the mounted guitar to his electric, I would jack that up for sure! F’n awesome as always Papa Het 🤘

[@piamde]

James: „do you feel it?“ *me absolutely sobbing in front of my screen* No james, i don‘t think so.

[@ronanjenkins2323]

The first 5 records are so revolutionary. Load isn’t awful either. Love Metallica 🤘

[@Wutheringreads]

That intro will never not ever hit me all types of ways.

[@VLP465]

🎶🎶🇵🇹 Que ganas de ver a Metallica en Portugal.

[@user-xc9vp4qn2u]

Yes, life is a strange thing, somewhere the war is going on very close, and somewhere there is a concert of a wonderful group, people are happy and cheerful, there is no war for everyone

[@guilhermeschuabb4537]

Always chill with this song

[@umcaraqualquer3640]

This voice ❤ Fade to Black is definitely a song that got better over the years!

[@carlosnascimento9269]

I almost cried when I realized that I was finally going to see this song played live.

[@mrwhompass1986]

Kirks guitar is a '59 Gibson Les Paul burst. I think its worth like 2 mill or something. Sounds so nice on that lead.

[@estudiandoaprendo4365]

Best metal band ever 🤟🏼. I’m 49 yrs old and I’ve been listening to them since I was 12 years old!

[@MikeysMorgue]

A timeless masterpiece! ✨️ 🖤🤘🏼

[@SandeepRathourResurrectedSandy]

James still rocks after all these years.. What a legend 💥🤘🏻

[@lesommelierdevikernes]

Long Life Guys. You were and still are the most powerful thing in Music history. Follow you since ‘94. Love from Italy.🇮🇹

[@larrybirdsshortsss5284]

The most beautiful and powerful song ever written, in my humble opinion

[@Super7steed]

Thank you for this concert, Portugal loves you!

[@lightseeking]

It was one of the best concerts I've ever been! Thank you, guys!!! You're more than Fabulous & Indeed we want More! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 😊

[@pamc1139]

The older they get, the better they sound! I’ve seen them 4 times (3 in the past 4 years) and am about to see them again in November and every concert has left me thinking that they sound better than ever. God has truly blessed them with an incredible gift ❤

[@tonygersbach375]

You know you are the greatest when you wear black, stand still, sing and play and thousands pay to see you, brilliant! Love these guys!!!

[@LostWisdom_]

Primeiro concerto da minha vida com 16 anos. Fiz uma viagem de quase 4 horas para ver Metallica e depois esperei mais 7 horas no recinto do NOS ALIVE para os ver. Consegui ficar na fila da frente. Valeu absolutamente a pena. Ainda consegui ir para casa com 3 palhetas :) Nunca me vou esquecer do ambiente incrível em músicas como a Fade to Black, Moth into Flame, e... Bem, todas elas hahah! VIVA METALLICA E PORTUGAL 🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹

[@mysticalxproducer]

A MOTH INTO THE FLAAAME, BURN! 🤘🔥🙌👏💖

[@LostWisdom_]

@@mysticalxproducer Eu senti arrepios por todo o corpo nessa parte! Quando o James disse isso, começou a sair fogo do Palco e eu como estava na fila da frente, dava para sentir o calor todo

[@manutavano]

eu sou um idiota e não sabia que eles vinham ;-;

[@mrh56metrotmptcb82]

I already turned on the nodification Bell,i don't want to loose this is the premiere of My favorite band!

[@HandicappedAnimeWarrior]

I got my first job so I can save up to see metallica live before they go! I've been listening to metallica since forever and its my dream to see them live🤘🎸🔥

[@ricardogomespedro4365]

Been there. Awesome concert, incredible audience. Hot as hell, listening to this masterpiece, which is Metallica's my and my elder daughter (teen) favourite music. We were not sure they would play it and her face of happiness when she recognized the music is going to be forever engraved in my mind. Thank you Metallica!

[@valecarlos8583]

Cada canción tiene su nivel de epicidad 🖤. Ésta en particular me provoca nostalgia, sobre todo el solo del increíble Kirk🎸🖤.

[@user-ve4yh4cs6v]

Masterpiece! 🤘🤘🤘Metallica forever. How I love this song!

[@mikeshanermusic]

F'in' awesome!!

[@krystianlandyszkowski6457]

I'am crying to this piece of art... our son is fighting over a year with beast called neuroblastoma cancer!

[@cinthiapedreira1371]

Melhor solo da vida!!!

[@JaymzJ]

Great performance, but I wish Metallica would release the MadCool Madrid 2022 live performance and James talking at the end about suicide and reaching out for help if you need it. Those fans in the Met family know they have that support 🤘🏼

[@raymonddipasquale5297]

The band is the hardest working band in the land. They are so refined and polished in their performance it's glorious, haunting, and mesmerizing all at the same time.

[@user-nq6zu5lw2o]

I am 18 years old, I came to enter the Pedagogical Institute. I bought a cassette player and a cassette with the album Ride the liting. That was the first time I heard the song Fade to black. It was a real shock! 🤟

[@PJot1nha]

*I WAS THERE* ! My first time seing Metallica LIVE! Best Night of my life!

[@mayzzz.]

o mesmo!!! foi o melhor dia da minha vida...

[@ahandfulofpain.]

YOURE SO LUCKY :(

[@amfandrade]

Same!!!! It was a bloody wonderful concert

[@PJot1nha]

@@mayzzz. estava mesmo perto deles também, espero que eles voltem!

[@guiferreira1810]

Amazing Music + Super Awesome Guitar Solo 🎸 + 🤘 + Amazing Video + Wow + Metallica 100% Amazing

[@patrikokrajek5078]

Metallica is like wine... Even it's gettin older but it's gettin better ❤

[@tom4901]

Yes!! And my favourite one 🔥

[@46pippi]

Not alot of big hitter like these guys around now, not from their era anyhow. We love you

[@matthewfuller1129]

Metallica's been killin' it for decades, and they've been through a ton of stuff......but they're still killin' it.

[@joao12soares]

Every show i seew of them, this one was my 9th show, i always leave sad at the end because i'm always afraid that there's a chance i would never be able to see them again live, this time i left with a deeper feeling that in fact was the last time i saw them live, but at least was a fucking awsome show. Metallica will always be my favorite band, their music is a life changer for the best. There will never be a group of guys like them. "You are note alone"

[@ahmadshani6682]

Love Metallica 🤘💓🤘

[@kirkhammettswife8611]

Man I love this!!!!!!! Rock on everybody 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@pauloandresousa1779]

Melhores de sempre! Melhor espetáculo que tive!