Metallica - Hero Of The Day

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Review by David Dismore

The album Hero Of The Day by Metallica is a masterpiece of metal music. The band's signature sound is in full force here, with heavy riffs, thunderous drums, and the powerful vocals of frontman James Hetfield. The album features a mix of fast-paced tracks and slower, more introspective songs, all of which showcase the band's musical prowess and lyrical depth.

Standout tracks on the album include the title track "Hero Of The Day," which features a haunting melody and emotive lyrics about the struggle to find one's place in the world. "Bleeding Me" is another standout, with a slow, brooding intro that builds to a massive crescendo of sound.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
No Remorse
Hero of the Day04:24
Damage Case (Live)3:38
Fight Fire With Fire
Until it sleeps4:33
Hit The Lights
Hero Of The Day (Radio Edit)4:25
Phantom Lord
Ain't My Bitch (Live)6:00
Mouldy (A.K.A. Hero Of The Day - Early Demo Version)
Until It Sleeps
Kill/Ride Medley (Live)10:17
Hero Of The Day (Outta B Side Mix)6:37
Hero Of The Day (outta b sides mix)
Enter Sandman (Dirty Version)
Overkill4:07
Stone Dead Forever (Live)4:50
Too Late Too Late (Live)3:12
Kill / Ride Medley (Live)
Hero Of The Day4:22
Hero Of The Day (Outta B Sides Mix)6:34
Hero Of Tha Day
Mouldy (aka Hero Of the Day - Early demo version)
Moudly (Aka Hero Of The Day - Early Demo Version)5:22
Ride The Lightning
Stone Dead Forever
The Four Horsemen
Mouldy (Hero Of The Day - Early Demo Version)5:22
For Whom the Bell Tolls (Haven't heard it yet mix)4:40
Damage Case3:53
Mouldy05:25
Hero Of The Day
Hero of the day
Mouldy (Aka Hero Of The Day - Early Demo Version)
Too Late Too Late
The Memory Remains4:38
Mouldy (aka Hero Of The Day - Early Demo Version)5:25
King Nothing5:28

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Catalog Numbers

  • DP 1842, DP 1842/578 575-2
  • SRCS 8135
  • 578 575-2
  • PRCD 9605-2
  • CDP 466
  • 64248-4
  • 578 575-2, 578575-2
  • METJB 13
  • METCD 13, 578 575-2
  • DP 1841, DP 1841/578 577-2
  • UK METCD 13, INT 578 575-2
  • METCJ13, METCJ 13
  • INT 578 574-2
  • PVA 1342
  • 5785754
  • CD 64248
  • 392
  • METCX 13, 578 577-2
  • METAL 13, 578 575-1
  • 64248-2
  • 578 577-4
  • METCY 13, 578 579-2
  • UK METCX 13/INT

Labels

  • Vertigo, PolyGram
  • Sony Records
  • Mercury, Vertigo, PolyGram Records (Australia)
  • Elektra
  • Polygram
  • Vertigo, Mercury
  • Vertigo
  • Mercury

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Formats

  • CD
  • Single
  • CD1/2
  • EP
  • Promo
  • Maxi-Single
  • CDr
  • Cassette
  • CD1
  • Cardboard Sleeve
  • CD 2/2
  • Radio CD
  • VHS
  • Stereo
  • 4 × CD
  • Limited Edition
  • Unofficial Release
  • CD2
  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Jukebox
  • 12"
  • 33 ⅓ RPM
  • Repress
  • Slide Tray
  • Advance
  • U-matic

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)Metallica
Copyright (c)Metallica
Manufactured BySung Eum Limited
Licensed ToPolyGram International Music B.V.
Recorded AtThe Plant Studios
Designed AtSatori
Made ByAtlantic Studios
Published ByCreeping Death Music
Distributed ByElektra Entertainment Group
Pressed BySpecialty Records Corporation
Glass Mastered AtSpecialty Records Corporation
Marketed ByPolyGram Records Pty. Limited
Record CompanyPolyGram International Music B.V.

Credits

RoleCredit
Mixed ByRandy Staub (tracks: 1 to 3)
Photography ByAnton Corbijn
ArtworkSatori
DesignSatori
ManagementQ Prime Inc.
ProducerBob Rock, Hetfield, Ulrich
Recorded ByRandy Staub
Written-ByHetfield, Hammett, Ulrich
Artwork BySatori
Composed ByHetfield, Hammett, Ulrich
Co-producerHetfield, Ulrich
BassJason Newsted
DrumsLars Ulrich
Lead GuitarKirk Hammett
VocalsJames Hetfield
Rhythm GuitarJames Hetfield

Notes

  • Part One of a Two CD-Set
  • Tracks 2 and 3:
  • Recorded live direct to two-track at the Plant Studios in Sausalito on December 13, 1995
  • during rehearsal for Lemmy's 50th Birthday Party at the Whiskey A Go-Go, Los Angeles
  • Both tracks originally recorded by Motorhead in 1979
  • © 1996 Metallica. ℗ 1996 Metallica.
  • The copyright in this sound recording is owned by Metallica under license to PolyGram International Music BV.
  • Tracks 4, 5 and 6:
  • Tracks originally recorded by Motorhead in 1979
  • Released in jewel case with insert.
  • Stickered Quantegy CDr, released without artwork.
  • Version from Metallica With Michael Kamen Conducting The San Francisco Symphony Orchestra - S&M
  • Published by Creeping Death Music (ASCAP)
  • Manufactured and Distributed by Elektra Entertainment Group, a division of Warner Communications Inc.
  • Licensed for promotion only - Not for sale.
  • Promo CD in Polygram factory card sleeve.
  • Song B1 recorded live at Castle Donington, England. On August 26 1995.
  • Part One in cardboard sleeve w/ hype sticker & RRP pricing sticker.
  • Includes bonus Metallica logo sticker.
  • Hype sticker:
  • Includes
  • BONUS
  • PolyGram
  • Price Sticker:
  • Only
  • $4.95
  • RRP
  • Both tracks originally recorded by Motörhead in 1979
  • Marketed in Australasia by Polygram under exclusive license. Made in Australia.
  • 1st catalog # appears on CD label only.
  • 2nd catalog # appears on rear artwork only.
  • Jukebox disc with silver labels in white sleeve
  • Part one of a two CD set. Housed in a slimline jewel case w/ j-card insert.
  • ℗ 1996 Metallica
  • © 1996 Metallica
  • Track 1: From the album 'Load'.
  • Tracks 2 & 3: Recorded live direct to two-track at the Plant Studios in Sausalito on December 13, 1995 during rehearsal for Lemmy's 50th birthday party at the Whiskey A Go-Go, Los Angeles.
  • Both tracks originally recorded by Motorhead in 1979.
  • Track 4: Original version available on 'Load'.
  • Part two of a two CD set.
  • Tracks 2 & 3: Recorded live direct to two-track at the Plant Studios in Sausalito on December 13, 1995 during rehearsal for Lemmy's 50th Birthday Party at the Whiskey A Go-Go, Los Angeles. Both tracks originally recorded by Motorhead in 1979
  • Published by PolyGram Music Publishing / Creeping Death Music (ASCAP)
  • On the insert flap: METALLICA are back with the second single from their number one album "Load".
  • On disc: DJ promo use only; not for resale.
  • First catalog number is listed on the spine and in the matrix, the second catalog number is listed on the front cover and disc.
  • Track 1 from the album 'Load'.
  • Comes in a card slip case.
  • Total running time: 9 Minutes approx.
  • Rated: PG. Parental Guidance recommended for persons under 15 years, Adult Themes.
  • Part 1
  • Card sleeve (no jewel case)
  • Track 1 originally released on the album Load.
  • Track 2 recorded live August 26, 1995 at Castle Donington, England.
  • Original versions available on Kill 'Em All & Ride The Lightning.
  • ℗ © 1996 E/M Ventures.
  • Distributed by Warner Music Canada Ltd.
  • CD Single Boxed set. Limited to 1000 copies. 4 Gloss photos of band. One of each member. 4 CD singles, But only 3 Sleeves.
  • Thin black plastic, foldable case. All one piece.
  • Japan only CD release (as stated on the obi in Japanese) housed in a standard jewel case with Japanese/English insert booket & obi.
  • ℗© 1996 Metallica
  • Manufactured by Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.
  • Track 2: Track 4: Obviously not produced.
  • Recorded by Lars & Jaymz on December 10, 1994 in Lars' Dungeon. Kirk & Jason - day off (as usual)
  • Original version available on 'Load'.
  • Track 3: Original version available on 'Load'.
  • Tracks 4, 5 & 6: Recorded live direct to two-track at the Plant Studios in Sausalito on December 13, 1995 during rehearsal for Lemmy's 50th birthday party at the Whiskey A Go-Go, Los Angeles.
  • Part two of a two CD set. Housed in a standard jewel case.
  • Track 4: Obviously not produced.
  • UK 7" pressed for UK Jukebox distribution. It has silver machine moulded labels, large centre hole and came without a picture sleeve. Pressed by DFI in August 1996.
  • Published by Polygram Music Publishing / Creeping Death Music (Ascap).
  • The copyright in this sound recording is owned by Metallica.
  • It is licensed to Polygram International Music BV.
  • (P)1996 Metallica
  • Made in EEC.
  • This single has two sleeves, the first inner sleeve has the usual Hero Of The Day single design
  • and the second outer sleeve is silver and has the metallica logo, title & inkblot embossed on it.
  • The sticker on the back sleeve has the full track list.
  • Track A2:
  • Obviously not Produced. Recorded by Lars & Jaymz on December 10, 1994 in Lars' Dungeon.
  • Kirk & Jason - Day off (as usual!)
  • Track B2:
  • during rehearsal for Lemmy's 50th Birthday Party at the Whiskey A Go-Go, Los Angeles.
  • Originally recorded by Motörhead in 1979.
  • Housed in a plastic slide tray w/ cardboard slipcover.
  • On sleeve:
  • ℗© 1996 E/M Ventures
  • Manufactured and Distributed by Elektra Entertainment Group.
  • Printed In U.S.A.
  • On CD label:
  • ℗ 1996 E/M Ventures
  • Made in USA by WEA Manufacturing, Inc.
  • Track: Kill / Ride Medley
  • Ride The Lightning / No Remorse / Hit The Lights / Four Horsemen / Phantom Lord / Fight Fire With Fire
  • Recorded live August 26, 1995 at Castle Donington, England.
  • Total Playing Time: 14 mins, 41 secs
  • Marked as Thailand on the back of the insert but no other country of origin listed. Insert states "Part Two", cassette tape is branded "Polygram" in the run in / out and on the front holographic sticker. Both sides have the titles incorrectly printed with "Hero Of The Dat" and "Ctone Dead Forever".
  • Sticker in Dutch reads: "Nu met gratis unieke Metallica flessenopener" = Now with free, unique Metallica bottle opener.
  • Red carton pack embossed with 'Metallica' and ninja-star logo (front) and inkblot artwork (back), including the single (in a cardboard sleeve), and a poster featuring Metallica and Lemmy Kilmister dressed and made up like the Motörheads.
  • Text on carton reads "Featuring the whole MotörheadACHE mess".
  • Tracks 2, 3, 4 & 5 recorded live direct to two-track at the Plant Studios in Sausalito on December 13, 1995 during rehearsal for Lemmy's 50th Birthday Party at the Whiskey A Go-Go, Los Angeles. Mixed by Randy Staub. These tracks originally recorded by Motörhead in 1979.
  • 3/4" U-matic cassette.
  • Elektra/EEG

Barcodes

  • Label Code: LC 1633
  • Distribution Code: PY 940
  • Rights Society: BIEM/MCPS
  • Barcode (Text): 4 988009 813592
  • Barcode (String): 4988009813592
  • Rights Society: JASRAC
  • Other (Price): ¥1,500
  • Matrix / Runout: [Specialty 'S' logo] 2 PR 9605-2 OLY##01 M0S1
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 2U2I
  • Rights Society: ASCAP
  • Barcode: 0 7559-64248-4 4
  • Barcode (String): 731457857526
  • Barcode (Text): 7 31457 85752 6
  • Matrix / Runout: 0073330-5785752 01 SMEA
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI L681
  • Mould SID Code: none
  • Barcode:
  • Barcode (Scanned): 731457857526
  • Price Code: PY 940
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1, 2): MADE IN U.K. BY PDO METCD13 10432911 01 %
  • Mastering SID Code (Variant 1, 2): IFPI L132
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI 0492
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 2): IFPI 0495
  • Label Code: LC1633
  • Other (Distribution Code): PY 940
  • Barcode: 7 31457 85752 6
  • Matrix / Runout: 578 575-2 01 MADE IN GERMANY BY PDMC
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI L003
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 01A1
  • Matrix / Runout: METCJ13 10427651 01 & MADE IN U.K. BY PDO
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI L134
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 0465
  • Rights Society: BIEM / MCPS
  • Barcode: 7 31457 85742 7
  • Matrix / Runout: 578 574-2 01 /
  • Matrix / Runout (Inner ring): MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC B
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 01F8
  • Rights Society: BIEM
  • Rights Society: MCPS
  • Price Code: PY 901
  • Barcode: 9398901713428
  • Barcode: 731457857540
  • Barcode: 0 7559-64248-2 0
  • Matrix / Runout: PUS-440 1
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI L274
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 4564
  • Other (Date Code): 96⋅10⋅23
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1): 578 575-2 01 MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 2): 578 575-2 01 / MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC C
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 3): 578 575-2 01 / MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC B
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 1, 3): IFPI 01A1
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 2): IFPI 01A2
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 4): 578 575-2 01 / MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC B
  • Mastering SID Code (Variant 4): IFPI L003
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 4): IFPI 0101
  • Barcode (String): 731457857724
  • Barcode (Text): 7 31457 85772 4
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1 to 3): 578 577-2 01 +
  • Matrix / Runout (Mould, Variant 1): MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC E
  • Matrix / Runout (Mould, Variant 2): MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC B
  • Matrix / Runout (Mould, Variant 3): MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC D
  • Mastering SID Code (Variant 1 to 3): IFPI L002
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 1, 2): IFPI 0138
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 3): IFPI 0198
  • Rights Society: BIEM MCPS
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A, B): DFI 968 MET JB 13 A1
  • Rights Society: BIEM / STEMRA
  • Barcode: 731457857519
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout etched A side): METAL13 A-1 [SNA logo]
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout etched B side): METAL13 B-1 [SNA logo]
  • Rights Society: BIEM STEMRA
  • Barcode (Text): 0 7559-64248-2 0
  • Barcode (Scanned): 075596424820
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1): [WEA MFG. OLYPHANT Logo] Y21806 2 64248-2 RE-1 01 M1S4
  • Mastering SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI L903
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI 2U7N
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 2): [WEA MFG OLYPHANT Logo] Y21806 2 64248-2 RE-1 01 M1S1
  • Mastering SID Code (Variant 2): IFPI L903
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 2): IFPI 2UF3
  • Barcode (Text): 7 314578 577240
  • Matrix / Runout: 578 577-2 01 +
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI L002
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 0198
  • Other (Mould stamp): MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC A
  • Barcode (String): 731457857922
  • Barcode (Text): 7 31457 85792 2
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1, 2): METCY13 10433451 01 & MADE IN U.K. BY PDO
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  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1): [WEA MFG. OLYPHANT Logo] Y168 2 64248-2 01 *M2 S2
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  • Mastering SID Code (Variants 1, 2): ifpi L903
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI 2V2L
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  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1): [WEA MFG. OLYPHANT Logo] Y168 2 64248-2 01 M3S4
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  • Mastering SID Code (Variants 1 to 3): ifpi L903
  • Mould SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI 2U2O
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  • Other: 187-20
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 1, 2): MADE IN U.K. BY PDO METCX13 10432901 01 &
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Summary by David Dismore

The album as a whole is a testament to Metallica's ability to evolve and mature while still staying true to their roots. Hero Of The Day is a must-listen for any fan of metal or hard rock music, and a worthy addition to any music collection.

Comments

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adrianarfb
This EP consists of 3 different versions of one song from Metallica's LOAD album, and 3 live covers of Motorhead songs. LOAD comes from what is generally regarded as Metallica's weakest period. Although I love Metallica, I've let the generally poor opinions of LOAD dissuade me from listening to it. However, I think "Hero of the Day" is a terrific song. It does demonstrate Metallica's more melodic, less thrashy side. As for the other songs, they are well done although Metallica's versions don't seem significantly different from the Motorhead originals. I like Motorhead's songs except for Lemmy's singing. I think James Hetfield has a much better voice. So, in a manner of speaking, Metallica is paying tribute to one of their biggest influences. I have one significant reservation about the HERO OF THE DAY EP. As much as I like listening and reviewing EPs, I'm not really interested in 3 different versions of the same song. I'll take away a half star for that reason. For an open-minded Metallica fan, however, this is a worthy release.