128. 🤘Metallica's the Black Album w/ Longtime Friends Billy D'Elia & Jeremy Madson

Dan welcomes back longtime friends & Nostalgia Test Podcast Allstars Billy D’Elia & Jeremy Madson to put the much-debated 1991 Metallica classic the Black Album to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST!   “People that don't listen to metal [...] fucking know who Metallica is because of [The Black Album].” -Billy D’Elia   This episode will go down in Nostalgia Test Podcast history! The guys talk about how and who got them into Heavy Metal, what were their first albums they bought, and the deep legacy Metallica has created in heavy music, as well as music in general. They give much needed credit to Bob Rock for the production value of the Black Album, and start a track-by-track breakdown, until they are podcast bombed by Manny Coelho! Manny brings the nostalgia to the episode and the tangent he takes the episode down is filled with childhood memories, acknowledgement of Metallica’s ability to create strong bonds between them all, and Manny shares his favorite Metallica songs, as well as his memories of seeing them live! There’s so much more, so come hangout with us in the basement, grab a drink, and settle in, because this is what hanging out with your best friends is all about.   Email us ([email protected]) your thoughts about the Black Album so we can share them on the next episode & we'll send you a FREE Digital Art Print of a quote from this episode!    APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 00:11 Concert Memories and Metallica Merch 02:22 Nostalgia Test Podcast Introduction 03:20 Discussing Metallica's Black Album 03:51 Personal Metallica Journeys 06:16 Metallica's Influence and Legacy 09:40 Album Production and Bob Rock's Impact 30:31 Track-by-Track Breakdown 38:11 Entertainment and Subway Series 38:44 Sad But True: A Deep Dive 41:28 Holier Than Thou: Lyrics and Themes 43:24 Nostalgia and Metallica's Impact 46:20 The Unforgiven and Metallica's Evolution 51:49 Metallica's Legacy and Controversies 01:06:28 The Hangout Vibe 01:06:52 Metallica's Live Performances 01:07:34 Concert Experiences and Band Critiques 01:10:34 Nostalgia and Friendship 01:13:30 Deep Dive into Some More Metallica's Songs 01:21:14 The Black Album's Legacy 01:33:25 Final Thoughts and Outro   LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: Metallica The Black Album (Album 1991) Iron Maiden Cavalera Conspiracy Black Sabbath Master of Puppets (Album 1986) Roger Waters Hot Topic David Gilmour ...And Justice For All (Album 1988) “One” (Song) “Enter Sandman” (Song) Dream Theater Tales from the Punchbowl (Album 1995) Primus Slayer Kerry King Minnesota Twins Nirvana Nevermind (Album 1991) Pearl Jam Ten (Album 1991) Guns N’ Roses Use Your Illusion I (Album 1991) Red Hot Chili Peppers Blood Sugar Sex Magik (Album 1991) Soundgarden Bad Motor Finger (Album 1991) Arise (Album 1991) Sepultura Hair Metal Thrash Metal Bob Rock Wintersun Before These Crowded Streets (Album 1998) Dave Matthews Band AC/DC Anger (Album 2003) Load (Album 1996) Reload (Album 1997) Lou Reed Slippery When Wet (Album 1986) Bon Jovi Pantera Lars Ulrich Cannibal Corpse Dave Lombardo “Seven Nation Army” (Song The White Stripes) Jethro Tull Lamb of God Roseland Ballroom Irving Plaza Whoopi Goldberg Kill ‘Em All (Album 1983) Anthrax Public Enemy Megadeth Iron Maiden Spinal Tap Judas Priest Cliff Burton Jason Newsted Neil Gaiman Sandman (Book 1989) H. P. Lovecraft Rob Trujillo Napster In Flames Reel Big Fish The Undertaker Kid Rock Tattoo The Earth Team America: World Police (Movie 2004) Insane Clown Posse Rick Rubin Death Magnetic (Album 2008) 72 Seasons (Album 2023) Hardwired... to Self-Destruct (Album 2016)   Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at [email protected] or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party.   LET'S GET NOSTALGIC!       Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook   The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected