Image: Metallica – official press photo
Nearly three decades after its original release, Metallica’s Load returns on June 13, 2025 in a remastered version. The album, once polarizing among fans and critics alike, is now seen as a bold and defining moment in the band’s evolution.
To mark the occasion, the band has shared several videos that revisit the Load era – both musically and visually.
For fans of the mid-'90s Load tour, the newly released live footage of “2 x 4”, filmed in Montréal in 1995, is a real treat. It’s joined by two brand-new lyric videos that reintroduce classic singles in a fresh visual style,
Load Remastered Deluxe Box – A piece of band history to dig into
In the official unboxing video, Kirk Hammett gives fans a first look at the deluxe edition of Load (Remastered), fittingly titled “The Whole Kitchen Sink”. Weighing in at over ten pounds, the set offers a deep dive into one of Metallica’s most experimental eras.
The box includes:
- 6 vinyl LPs
- 15 CDs
- 4 DVDs
- A 128-page hardcover book
- Reproduced memorabilia (tour passes, flyers, posters & more)
Pre-order now: Metallica – Load 2025 Remastered
The Load remaster will be available on June 13, 2025 in multiple formats:
- Ltd. Poor Twisted Orange – 2 Colored LP
- Standard CD
- 3CD Expanded Edition
- Deluxe Box Set
Whether you’re a long-time fan, collector, or discovering Load for the first time – pre-orders are now live.
