Updated: April 20, 2013, 12:00 AM
In pictures: Metallica's thunderous return to Abu Dhabi
Metallica returned to Abu Dhabi in 2013.
Metallica returned to the capital with another thunderous performance. Free from the touring cycle of their come back album, 2008's Death Magnetic, the boys simply came out to have a play. Photo: Flash
Such is the status of Metallica; even a glorified rehearsal session was enough to warrant a 10,000 strong crowd. Photo: Flash
With the 2011 show establishing the Los Angeles titans as having a fervent fan base in the region, they ditched the crowd-pleasing cannons and fireworks and returned with a set squarely aimed at the faithful. Photo: Flash
Any elation generated from Master of Puppets was stomped out by double missives of Shortest Straw and Harvester of Sorrow. Photo: Flash
It was another epic night and was the loudest show to come to Yas Island since the last time the boys came to town. Photo: Flash