big 4

It's ironic to apply the thrash metal designation to a subgenre that a young Metallica or Slayer would have openly abhorred.

A solid foundation is absolutely crucial.

These four guitarists have had the most influence on the evolution of rock music.

One of them basically invented the genre. Another opened the door for its pop transformation.

Defining folk rock is a paradoxical task, to say the least.

The label originated as a pejorative, but the subgenre still has its undisputed tentpole bands.

Kerry King says that Lamb of God should replace Slayer in the 'modern' version of metal's 'Big 4' with Metallica, Megadeth and Anthrax.

The German thrash bands still don't get any love!

If you’ve been hoping and praying that the Big 4 will soon be playing a full U.S. tour, you might want to lower your expectations and be happy with that DVD of the Sonisphere show from Sofia, Bulgaria. In a recent interview with UK’s Classic Rock magazine, Slayer guitarist Kerry King said he can’t imagine Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax will stage any more Big 4 shows.

A friendly rivalry, trying to be better than the next guy — members of Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer all have a slightly different way to describe their relationship with one another back in the day. They’re on good terms lately, proven by the fact they’ve shared the same concert stage this year in California and New York, collectively billed as the Big 4. And while the metal bands are s

Weren't able to make the first U.S. Big 4 Show feat. Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer and Anthrax? No prob! Metallica have posted their set from the first U.S. Big 4 show at metallicalive.com. You can just listen, or buy tracks individually.

After 2 years on the road supporting "Death Magnetic" you would think the guys Metallica would be ready for a break...not so!