Metallica Album: “Mama Said [Japan]”

Well worth the price for the true MetallicA fan. I hated Mama Said the first few times I heard it but it has become one of my favorites. The unproduced demo version (track 6) has some very mellow licks and noodles from Jamz. The version of So What not only rocks but is also hysterical. And for us old-time 1980s Metallica fans, there is a killer live version of Whiplash and Creeping Death. If you like the rare imports, snag this one.

Though some people may be disappointed, the same people who are still complaining since 1991's 'Metallica' came out, this single is great. Mama said is unlike anything Metallica has done in the past, it sounds really fresh and like the rest of 'Load', it is outstanding. Another big plus to this cd is the other two songs on it. Creeping Death is one of Metallica's best songs, but the live version really stands out from the studio version; you can really feel the energy and appreciate Metallica's capabilities onstage. The third song on the cd is the cover So What; this song sounds great as well, and it is nice to hear Metallica play live a song which hasn't gotten it's just do! All in all, a great cd to add to your Metallica collection.

This song iz particullarly one o' tha better songs on the "Load"

CD. Don't be misinformed. This iz softer than MetallicA's past works o' art. It has some country features written in w/ MetallicA's extremely unique style. Any true Metallifuk would be honored to purchase this rare single.

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