Jon Wiederhorn

On July 21, 1971, Black Sabbath released their 'Master of Reality' album.

Loudwire reflects on the tragic passing of the Linkin Park singer on the anniversary of his death.

On July 17, 1982, Judas Priest saw their star rise with the release of the 'Screaming for Vengeance' album.

Dave Mustaine would go on to form Megadeth and release one of the best thrash debut albums ever.

It's amazing this album ever got made at all.

On May 24, 1986, AC/DC released 'Who Made Who,' the soundtrack for the Stephen King film 'Maximum Overdrive.'

The first with Nicko McBrain.

Take a look back at the landmark disc here.

Get the history behind these two tragedies.

On March 22, 1987, Anthrax issued 'Among the Living,' an album that secured their spot in thrash metal history.