72 Seasons
by Metallica
  • Record Label: Rhino
  • Release Date: Apr 14, 2023
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 126 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 91 out of 126
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 126
  3. Negative: 17 out of 126
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  1. SuperPantsBG
    Sep 9, 2023
    8
    This new album by Metallica isn't something revolutionary but its still 'Metallica".

    Yeah not every song in the album is that good, but the songs that are good are VERY good like "Lux Æterna", "72 seasons", "Shadows Follow" which are really fast tracks. They give similar vibes of Hardwired, but in my opinion they are better. The longest song in the album "Inamorata" is slower than the    This new album by Metallica isn't something revolutionary but its still 'Metallica".

    Yeah not every song in the album is that good, but the songs that are good are VERY good like "Lux Æterna", "72 seasons", "Shadows Follow" which are really fast tracks. They give similar vibes of Hardwired, but in my opinion they are better. The longest song in the album "Inamorata" is slower than the other but it sounds amazing and for sure makes an impression from the first listen.

    We should all accept the fact that Metallica is an old band and we can't expect the same as the 80s, but even with that we should appreciate what they are releasing, because they still sound good and James' vocals sound even better.

    Also the songs in 72 seasons are still as long as their previous releases which is awesome!    … Expand
  2. Lialo1889
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Good very good in fact pretty nice may I say pretty okay very nice and warm like the hair of a 5 year old I love ice cream especially the one with the chocolate chips on top unfortunately I cannot go to ice cream store anymore because I’m a registred sex offender but I can still get my **** on the dark market you the stuff with brownie cookie dough all sort of extra on the side anywayGood very good in fact pretty nice may I say pretty okay very nice and warm like the hair of a 5 year old I love ice cream especially the one with the chocolate chips on top unfortunately I cannot go to ice cream store anymore because I’m a registred sex offender but I can still get my **** on the dark market you the stuff with brownie cookie dough all sort of extra on the side anyway pretty good album… Expand
  3. Loukall2007
    May 14, 2023
    10
    No bad song while not on the level of injustice for all i cant find any complaint
  4. DartPancake
    Jul 19, 2023
    3
    I don't know how people can give this album 8-9-10 score. Are you didn't listen to a real 10 albums? Are you really sure that this is equal to Master of Puppets or Paranoid or Painkiller or Number of the Beast? Seriously?

    Very boring and mediocre riffs, a lot of repetitiveness, no hits, all songs sound the same, absolutely horrible solos, bass drum sound (Metallica disease for last 20    I don't know how people can give this album 8-9-10 score. Are you didn't listen to a real 10 albums? Are you really sure that this is equal to Master of Puppets or Paranoid or Painkiller or Number of the Beast? Seriously?

    Very boring and mediocre riffs, a lot of repetitiveness, no hits, all songs sound the same, absolutely horrible solos, bass drum sound (Metallica disease for last 20 years). Oh, also unreasonably long songs. They should listen to "Believer" by Ozzy for example. Great song structure, not a one riff repeat for one minute 5 times = song.

    Previous album wasn't their best, but at least you can hear difference when songs change. One "Halo on Fire" is better than this whole album.

    Overall - 3/10. Boredom, laziness, degradation, compositional weakness and impotence of the once great group. As a long time fan - their worst album in career.

    Huge respect for James anyway. He is still in great musician shape    … Expand
  5. CouchPotato200
    Jul 3, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. if Darkness Had a Son is the only song that I liked from this album. Admittedly, that song is really fantastic and one of my new favorite Metallica songs. However, the entire rest of the album is either boring or painfully average. A lot of the riffs and hooks on the songs just don't work. And, the album is way too long. I actually don't have a problem with the final track being how long it is, but the rest of the album is just boring all the way through. Despite all this though, the album is clearly important, and is still leagues above Metallica's worst. I didn't enjoy listening to this album, but I could understand why other people would love it. Not a must listen for sure, but if you think you'd like it, give it a try.… Expand
  6. aledelf
    Jun 23, 2023
    8
    I really liked this album, even if it doesn´t sound as good as we know metallica can be, after all of those years of career i think that´s a really great record with awesome songs and reminds of past metallica moments, makes us feel relieved that it is good
  7. Lajaleaa
    May 27, 2023
    8
    For my first time paying a deep and complete attention to Metallica, they become something tiring to hear very quickly on this album. Yet, I'm dragged across the whole album easily thanks to their energy. They are really putting sweat and muscle in here, and I can't just help to applaud the strength they have to play full of youth and fun. They still have some tricks under the cords, andFor my first time paying a deep and complete attention to Metallica, they become something tiring to hear very quickly on this album. Yet, I'm dragged across the whole album easily thanks to their energy. They are really putting sweat and muscle in here, and I can't just help to applaud the strength they have to play full of youth and fun. They still have some tricks under the cords, and each one of the songs have a space and time that is worth to hold on to. This is not something one can come back easily, not even them with 5 + years in between their latest albums, but I do feel Metallica deserves to be something we should be holding strong just as much as they keep pushing the boundaries of their creativity and energy. Long live Metallica, hell yeah.… Expand
  8. billyboggins
    May 21, 2023
    10
    honestly in the days to the albums release i was incredibly skeptical. i thought it would be like a copy of hardwired, but i was wrong. the vocals are amazing, lars really stepped up his drumming game, rob's bass was aggrssive and complemented the drumming nicely. and kirk took some of the best things about "portals" and put them in the form of harmonies and melodies. honestly im blownhonestly in the days to the albums release i was incredibly skeptical. i thought it would be like a copy of hardwired, but i was wrong. the vocals are amazing, lars really stepped up his drumming game, rob's bass was aggrssive and complemented the drumming nicely. and kirk took some of the best things about "portals" and put them in the form of harmonies and melodies. honestly im blown away by this album.… Expand
  9. pendrik
    May 14, 2023
    10
    An unbelievable album. After all this year, ageing didn't affect the band neither their impressive will to give, more and more. With the characteristic and unique tone of voice of Mr Heathfield "MetallicA' 72 Seasons" arises above and beyond any expectations. The "frantic" rhythms and the deep vocalisations didn't flinch, but what is to be noted are the thematics. What would happen, if weAn unbelievable album. After all this year, ageing didn't affect the band neither their impressive will to give, more and more. With the characteristic and unique tone of voice of Mr Heathfield "MetallicA' 72 Seasons" arises above and beyond any expectations. The "frantic" rhythms and the deep vocalisations didn't flinch, but what is to be noted are the thematics. What would happen, if we could have the chance to obtain instantly the wisdom of a 50 years old ourselves? This is why 72 Seasons is here: to bring us there, in the future, giving the chance to gaze everything differently. Same topics, from a new perspectives resembles different observers. From the bottom of my soul, thanks.
    You might have saved me from one of the most terrible years of my life. I'll never scream your name, I'll keep it inside.    … Expand
  10. CKhound
    May 12, 2023
    0
    I would argue this is the best material they have brought out since Jason left the band. It is a mix of some earlier sounds for sure (with Kill em All, Load, ReLoad, and maybe even a bit of The Black Album mixed in) but has a feel of its own at the same time.

    The album is completely loaded with amazing riffs, and while sometimes the songs can feel bloated to many, I felt like the    I would argue this is the best material they have brought out since Jason left the band. It is a mix of some earlier sounds for sure (with Kill em All, Load, ReLoad, and maybe even a bit of The Black Album mixed in) but has a feel of its own at the same time.

    The album is completely loaded with amazing riffs, and while sometimes the songs can feel bloated to many, I felt like the lengths were justified and nice, no rushing around just for the sake of rushing.

    Overall a great album, with some great bass included in the mix for once.    … Expand
  11. almeidafreak
    May 11, 2023
    10
    Fantastic, dudes are almost 60 and rocking like this, gotta give them props.
  12. Twoak
    May 6, 2023
    8
    New Metallica album is always good news. They are enjoying themselves, putting out songs that sound exactly good as their first albums, the difference is just in modern mixing and mastering. Really good album, the more you listen to it, the more you like it. Anyways.. It is still better than if Metallica quit and stopped making music for millions of people that are in love with them :)
  13. iliad2003
    Apr 30, 2023
    8
    Metallica had set the bar too high so fans expecting master pieces so dont expect from it as their first five albums but its their best work after the black album. Inammorta was another great song from them Too Far Gone?, Room of Mirrors and Lux Æterna was nice ones other songs were good and enough entertaining for fans to enjoy them live. I just think production could be better songs wereMetallica had set the bar too high so fans expecting master pieces so dont expect from it as their first five albums but its their best work after the black album. Inammorta was another great song from them Too Far Gone?, Room of Mirrors and Lux Æterna was nice ones other songs were good and enough entertaining for fans to enjoy them live. I just think production could be better songs were unnecessary long and i think they had a lot of potential and could be better but totally a good release 8/10… Expand
  14. ferijs
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ..and finally metallica back to metallica style.... sense the cliff soul in this album… Expand
  15. DrLoomis
    Apr 26, 2023
    6
    Sounds like a band going through the motions. Some decent riffs here and there with a few of solid tracks. Honestly, a lot of these songs would be better if they trimmed them down and sped them up.
  16. hectorsft
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Excellent album. There are so many things to explore and riffs to analyze. Well done Metallica for this fantastic record.
  17. terryfying
    Apr 24, 2023
    7
    Great album, not on the level of their first 5 albums, but still excellent music to headbang to.
  18. irv_
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    This album is perfect! Every song has a riff that reminds you of Metallica's best times. James is singing like never before! Impressive the work of these guys at 60 years old! For more Metallica albums! Metallica is life!
  19. Argyboy
    Apr 24, 2023
    8
    This is a solid Metallica album, no more and no less. There's nothing particularly new here but I'm not sure what people would expect from 4 guys that are almost 60 and are 40 years into their career. I'm just happy that they're still out there and still putting out solid records for people to enjoy.
  20. Nuxx_exe
    Apr 24, 2023
    3
    Dishonorable mentions include "Sleepwalk My Life Away" for starting off promising then jumping off a cliff 90 seconds in, "Lux Aeterna" for trying its best to be a Judas Priest song (but not nearly as good) and "If Darkness Had a Son" because Lars' kick drum sounds straight like FL Studios' stock kick drum sound.
  21. luizgcorreia
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    A great Metallica record! Not the most innovative, but there are some really strong riffs, the production is good and James' vocals and lyrics are fantastic! It's like a weird mix of Kill'em All and Load/Reload. Inamorata is my favorite track!
  22. Winterdemon
    Apr 21, 2023
    5
    Well, if you remove some songs, then you have a good effort. average album.
  23. TcFalcon
    Apr 19, 2023
    5
    Yes it’s new Metallica, and that’s exciting. But newness aside, it’s a C+ album. Some good riffs here and there but too many songs where they just chugga-chugga for a minute or two sounding like they aren’t really sure where to go next, play the chorus, chugga some more, chorus, chugga, chorus, end. It’s a long listen.
  24. Thrillip1
    Apr 18, 2023
    8
    This Album ist really good. It is Not the fastest one but it has a few of the best Songs of the band within the last Two decades. For Sure it is not as good as the Albums of the 80's but it has its own unique Sound and i like the bass parts as well as the drumming parts. The vocals are rough and strong but fits into the Riffs. My individuell Highlights are Lux aeterna, you musst burn, IfThis Album ist really good. It is Not the fastest one but it has a few of the best Songs of the band within the last Two decades. For Sure it is not as good as the Albums of the 80's but it has its own unique Sound and i like the bass parts as well as the drumming parts. The vocals are rough and strong but fits into the Riffs. My individuell Highlights are Lux aeterna, you musst burn, If darkness had a son and of course inamorata which is the best Song of the Album in my opinion...… Expand
  25. Patocan32
    Apr 18, 2023
    8
    Bad ass and heavy. More simple than Hardwire, but definitely delivers. Metallica formula on point and reminiscing on their first albums. Some songs too long, but overall its a solid 8/10, good album.
  26. MaHolsback
    Apr 18, 2023
    9
    Não espere um album que "desce redondo" nos ouvidos, como o Black Album.
    Muito menos o trash dos clássicos Master of Puppets ou Ride the Lightning.
    O que temos aqui é um heavy metal extremamente maduro, rifs que variam constantemente mudando os andamentos das músicas e letras introspectivas. Sim, ele necessita de algumas audições para compreensão plena da obra... prima. Imperdível, o    Não espere um album que "desce redondo" nos ouvidos, como o Black Album.
    Muito menos o trash dos clássicos Master of Puppets ou Ride the Lightning.
    O que temos aqui é um heavy metal extremamente maduro, rifs que variam constantemente mudando os andamentos das músicas e letras introspectivas. Sim, ele necessita de algumas audições para compreensão plena da obra... prima. Imperdível, o melhor desde Black Album!    … Expand
  27. Gbesp
    Apr 14, 2023
    9
    72 seasons is a great álbum, too far gone its my favorite Song . it's worth listening
  28. Velgar
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Wow! Metallica has done it again with 72 Seasons. This is a must-listen for any metal fan, or anyone who appreciates heavier music. The album is full of powerful riffs, epic solos, and catchy melodies that will stay in your head for days. The lyrics are also deep and meaningful. Metallica have proven that they are still the kings of metal for me. I just love the album, along with most ofWow! Metallica has done it again with 72 Seasons. This is a must-listen for any metal fan, or anyone who appreciates heavier music. The album is full of powerful riffs, epic solos, and catchy melodies that will stay in your head for days. The lyrics are also deep and meaningful. Metallica have proven that they are still the kings of metal for me. I just love the album, along with most of the previous ones.… Expand
  29. jens76
    Apr 17, 2023
    4
    seelenlos, da müssen ein paar Volkslieder her und Marschmusik, ihr jungen Leute könnt doch immer was gebrauchen.
  30. raoulvador
    Apr 17, 2023
    2
    This is a nope for me. Every song are based on the same pattern or quite the same : guitar riff, snare drum roll on the riff, after one minute double bass drum rythm, verse / chorus, double bass drum, fast solo with no hook or melody, bridge, blablabla. Problem : riffs are not that good and lacks of soul.

    I would like to love this album but I cant, its just boring. And I really do love    This is a nope for me. Every song are based on the same pattern or quite the same : guitar riff, snare drum roll on the riff, after one minute double bass drum rythm, verse / chorus, double bass drum, fast solo with no hook or melody, bridge, blablabla. Problem : riffs are not that good and lacks of soul.

    I would like to love this album but I cant, its just boring. And I really do love Metallica, I've seen them live 6 times or so. But this one is : listen to it and forget it.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. Mojo
    May 16, 2023
    80
    Lux Æterna [is] a prime example of 72 Seasons' astonishing vigour. ... Metallica are worthy again. [Jul 2023, p.82]
  2. The Wire
    May 9, 2023
    80
    Virtuosity quickly shades into something inhuman, as every plectrum and drumstick lands inevitably – and thrillingly – on target. [Jun 2023, p.54]
  3. The Observer (UK)
    Apr 24, 2023
    60
    For all Hetfield’s soul-baring, however, as a whole 72 Seasons seems to mark the end of their late-career renaissance and is ultimately far more solid than spectacular.
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