I grew up on Metallica! The black album was released my 8th grade year I think. My mom wouldnt let me listen to rock and roll but I got that album and from then on it was hell on her... god the fights about the stereo blasting...
If I had tgo choose a favorite it would have to be Battery. I just love that song and I will admit, the symphony on S&M only amps it up! I have to agree that Load and beyond were not the best of Metallica. But there's still some good songs in those albums. Except that Lou Reed one. All parties involved should be ashamed. or start partying again and give it another shot...