Los Angeles, CA – Metallica, the legendary heavy metal band known for their iconic albums and energetic performances, has recently come under fire due to their highly anticipated new album, “72 Seasons.” The album, which was set to release on April 14th, 2023, has received significant backlash from fans and critics alike, leading to a delay in its release.
Rumors about the album’s quality began swirling after early reviews from music journalists leaked online, describing the album as lackluster and uninspired. Many fans took to social media expressing their disappointment, claiming that the band had lost their signature sound and had failed to live up to the high expectations set by their previous albums.
Adding fuel to the fire, Metallica’s lead guitarist, Kirk Hammett, made a controversial statement during a recent interview, stating, “Honestly, ’72 Seasons’ just didn’t turn out the way we hoped. We experimented with some new styles, but it just didn’t click. We’re not proud of it, and we’ve decided to delay the release indefinitely until we can figure out how to salvage it.”
The announcement of the album’s delay came as a shock to fans who had been eagerly anticipating its release. Many took to social media to express their disappointment and frustration, with some even demanding refunds for pre-orders they had placed.
As if the delay of “72 Seasons” wasn’t enough, rumors of Metallica secretly working on a follow-up album titled “St. Anger Pt. 2” have also surfaced. This has led to mixed reactions from fans, with some expressing excitement at the prospect of a continuation of the controversial “St. Anger” album, while others are skeptical and worried that it may further tarnish the band’s reputation.
Metallica has yet to make an official statement regarding the backlash and the rumored “St. Anger Pt. 2” album. However, fans are eagerly awaiting further updates from the band, hoping for an explanation and a resolution to the current situation.
In the meantime, the fate of “72 Seasons” remains uncertain, leaving Metallica fans disappointed and eagerly anticipating the band’s next move. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.