Metal's reigning stadium-commanding champions in Metallica took over Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, NY last night for an incredibly rare intimate performance for all of a few hundred people lucky enough to get in.
The performance, in partnership with SiriusXM was to celebrate the launch the band's year-round SiriusXM Maximum Metallica channel. The event served as one of the most intimate shows Metallica has played in decades and will be broadcast on September 1st at 12pm ET via the band's new SiriusXM platform.
Among the guests in attendance included the likes of Howard Stern, Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sylvester Stallone and even Paul McCartney. Pulling out all the stops, Metallica even offered tribute to departed icon Ozzy Osbourne, performing a rendition of "Crazy Train" that was a highlight in a set of greatest hits.
“The Most Metallica Anywhere,” channel 42 on SiriusXM will offer fans continued access to Metallica’s generational archive of music spanning essential hits, deep cuts, in addition to live shows recordings and plus stories and discussions direct from the band.
Maximum Metallica will also feature rare recordings, exclusive interviews and surprises all curated band members themselves. The channel offers fans comprehensive access to all things Metallica all year long. Maximum Metallica officially launches August 29 at 12pm ET. The channel be available for free in all SiriusXM-equipped vehicles through the month of September allowing even non-subscribers a chance to experience the channel entirely dedicated to Metallica.
Check the images from the legendary performance below. All images courtesy of SiriusXM’s Maximum Metallica
