- Released on Blackened Records with Gatefold Album Cover
This is the audiophile re-release of "Death Magnetic" the 2009 album released by the American Thrash Metal band "Metallica". This re-release comes in a gatefold album cover and two audiophile quality 180grams records.
Metallica's landmark 2008 album "Death Magnetic" marked the band's blistering return to its thrash metal roots. Now, this sonic powerhouse receives a luxurious reissue courtesy of Blackened Records, featuring a gatefold album cover and two pristine 180-gram vinyl records – a must-have for audiophiles and diehard Metallica fans alike.
A Sonic Rebirth
"Death Magnetic" was a watershed moment for Metallica. After experimenting with different sonic directions throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, the album delivered a full-throttle return to the band's thrash metal origins. Complex, relentless tracks like "The Day That Never Comes" and "Cyanide" demonstrated Metallica's renewed commitment to aggressive, complex songcraft.
The Audiophile Experience
This reissue takes the "Death Magnetic" experience to a new level. 180-gram vinyl records are prized by audiophiles for their superior sound quality. The heavier weight of the vinyl reduces vibrations and surface noise, resulting in a cleaner, more dynamic listening experience. Every crushing riff, blistering solo, and pounding drum fill will hit your ears with the intensity Metallica intended.
The Gatefold Advantage
The reissue's gatefold cover offers another layer of enjoyment. Gatefold sleeves provide ample space for stunning artwork, liner notes, and other visual elements that enhance the album's overall aesthetic. This presentation transforms the act of listening to "Death Magnetic" into a more immersive, tactile experience, taking you back to the heyday of vinyl.
Thrash Metal
Blackened Recordings – BLCKND018-1, Blackened Recordings – 00602547243140
Record Format: Double 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram
2015 Europe
The inner pages of this gatefold cover include large photos of the Metallica band-members and lyrics of the songs.
Rick Rubin - Producer
Mike Gillies - Sound Engineer
Greg Fidelman - Sound Engineer and Sound Mix
Andrew Scheps - Sound mix Engineer
KPG - Mastering
Adam Fuller - Digital Editing
Jason Gossman - Digital Editing
Jason Mott - Digital Editing
Joshua Smith - Digital Editing
Sara Lyn Killon - Digital Editing
D.D. Erlich - Digital Editing
Dan Monti - Digital Editing
Dana Nielsen - Digital Editing
Kent Matcke - Digital Editing
This album "Death Magnetic" was recorded at: Sound City Studios, Shangri-La, Malibu, CA and HQ, San Rafael
It Was Mixed At The Sound Factory and Punkerpad West.
Mastered at AcousTech Mastering
Turner Duckworth - Album Cover Design
Anton Corbijn - Band photographer
Andy Grimshaw - Cover photo
Britt Hull - Photography
Craig Snelgrove - Photography
David Turner - Photography
Gavin Hurrell - Photography
Harper Reed - Photography
Front cover of Metallica's 'Death Magnetic' features a striking, coffin-shaped void at the center of a white square background. The coffin is outlined in deep black and appears to sink inward, creating a sense of depth and mystery. Surrounding the coffin are intense, radiating black lines reminiscent of iron filings aligned along magnetic fields, giving the illusion of invisible forces pulling inward toward the center. These lines are meticulously rendered in concentric, slightly chaotic waves, intensifying toward the coffin's edges. The simplicity of the black and white color scheme enhances the stark, dramatic visual effect, evoking themes of mortality, attraction, and magnetic inevitability.
Back cover of Metallica's 'Death Magnetic' presents a minimalist design with a stark white background and black text centered vertically. The album's tracklist is printed in bold uppercase sans-serif font, listing all ten songs including "That Was Just Your Life," "The Day That Never Comes," and "My Apocalypse." Below the tracklist, the production credit states "Produced by Rick Rubin" along with the band's official website, metallica.com. The band's iconic spiked logo appears prominently in the lower center, paired with the album title "Death Magnetic" beneath it in a stylized font. At the bottom, the Blackened Recordings logo is printed above the catalog number and barcode. The overall presentation is clean and focused, reflecting both elegance and raw power.
Inside gatefold cover of Metallica's 'Death Magnetic' displays a gritty black and white photograph of James Hetfield (left) and Robert Trujillo (right). Both band members wear black leather jackets and dark sunglasses, standing against a weathered, graffiti-splattered concrete wall that is divided vertically, enhancing the sense of separation between the two figures. The image is heavily contrasted, emphasizing texture and attitude. White song lyrics are overlaid directly on the image, densely packed and aligned to fit the vertical format. Each block of lyrics is set in a bold, sans-serif typeface, offering a complete look at the album’s textual content while blending seamlessly with the raw, industrial visual style.
Inside gatefold of Metallica's 'Death Magnetic' continues the stark black and white visual theme, showcasing Kirk Hammett (left) and Lars Ulrich (right) standing in front of a heavily textured concrete wall. Both musicians wear black leather jackets and sunglasses, striking relaxed yet defiant poses. The gritty wall is segmented by vertical seams, giving the image a triptych-like structure. Overlaid in sharp white sans-serif text are the remaining track lyrics and detailed production credits, including personnel, recording locations, and artistic contributors. The density of text contrasts with the rawness of the image, creating a powerful fusion of visual intensity and lyrical depth.
Side One label of Metallica's 'Death Magnetic' vinyl features a clean, white background with black text and the iconic Metallica logo prominently displayed at the top. Beneath the album title "Death Magnetic," the side is marked as "Side 1" and indicates a playback speed of 33 1/3 RPM. Three tracks are listed: "That Was Just Your Life" (7:08), "The End of the Line" (7:52), and "Broken, Beat & Scarred" (6:25), each in bold font with their durations clearly stated. Production credit is given to Rick Rubin, with writing credits to Hetfield, Ulrich, Hammett, and Trujillo, and publishing rights noted under Creeping Death Music (ASCAP). The bottom of the label includes copyright details, the catalog number BLCKND018-1, and the Blackened Records logo in black. The label's layout is symmetrical and precise, reflecting a professional and polished presentation.
Side Two label of Metallica's 'Death Magnetic' vinyl is printed on a clean white background with sharp black text, matching the visual theme of the album's minimalist aesthetic. The band’s signature lightning bolt logo heads the label, followed by the title "Death Magnetic" in all caps. Below the "Side 2" marker and speed indication (33 1/3 RPM), the two featured tracks are listed: "The Day That Never Comes" (7:56) and "All Nightmare Long" (7:57), both in bold uppercase text. Production is credited to Rick Rubin, with songwriting credits to Hetfield, Ulrich, Hammett, and Trujillo. Copyright and publishing information, as well as the catalog number (BLCKND018-1), are listed at the bottom alongside the Blackened Records logo. The label maintains a crisp, symmetrical layout that reinforces the professional and high-fidelity nature of the release.
Side Three label of Metallica's 'Death Magnetic' vinyl continues the album's consistent visual style with a white label background and bold black print. The Metallica logo and "Death Magnetic" title are placed at the top, beneath which the side is marked "Side 3" and the speed as 33 1/3 RPM. This side includes three tracks: "Cyanide" (6:39), "The Unforgiven III" (7:46), and "The Judas Kiss" (8:00), each listed with durations in bold uppercase text. The label credits Rick Rubin as producer and lists Hetfield, Ulrich, Hammett, and Trujillo as contributors, with publishing under Creeping Death Music (ASCAP). Copyright and catalog information is printed at the bottom, ending with the Blackened Records logo. The layout is clean and professional, reflecting the album's high production standards.
Side Four label of Metallica's 'Death Magnetic' vinyl maintains the album’s consistent visual presentation, featuring a white background with sharp black text. The upper section includes the band's signature lightning-style Metallica logo and the album title “Death Magnetic.” Marked as "Side 4" and 33 1/3 RPM, this label lists the final two tracks: "Suicide & Redemption" (9:57), a lengthy instrumental, and "My Apocalypse" (5:01), both in bold uppercase lettering. Credits underneath attribute production to Rick Rubin and songwriting to Hetfield, Ulrich, Hammett, and Trujillo, with publishing by Creeping Death Music (ASCAP). At the bottom, standard copyright and label information is printed along with the catalog number BLCKND018-1 and the Blackened Records logo. The clear and structured layout underscores the professional production quality of this audiophile pressing.
This section shows the complete Metallica discography ordered by album-title. Several titles are International and have been listed with the country of release
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- ..And Justice For All (Blackened Records) - ..And Justice for All (1988, Netherlands)
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Death Magnetic ( Blackened Records ) 12" Vinyl LP
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Hamburg Colorline 12" Vinyl LP
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Hardwired to Self Destruct 12" Vinyl LP
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Harvester of Sorrow 12" Vinyl Single
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- Jump in the Fire (1983, England) - Jump in the Fire (1983, Holland)
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Jump in the Fire 12" Shaped Picture Disc
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- Kill 'Em All ( Blackened Records ) - Kill 'em All 2LP (1983, England) - Kill 'Em All (1983, France) - Kill 'Em All (1983, Holland) - Kill 'Em All (1983, UK)
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Legendary Garage Tapes 12" Vinyl LP
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Live at the Playhouse Theatre 12" Vinyl LP
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- Master of Puppets (1986, Netherlands)
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Master of Puppets 12" Vinyl Picture Disc
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St. Anger 12" Vinyl LP
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Until It Sleeps Red Vinyl (1996) 12" Vinyl LP