Metallica Stealth Release New Single & Video, “Screaming Suicide”

Metallica have yet again surprised fans with another new single and music video for their upcoming 11th studio LP, 72 Seasons. “Screaming Suicide” is the band’s latest track and it follows a fairly similar sonic path as the previous single “Lux Æterna,” despite “Screaming Suicide” favoring a noticeably stronger mid-tempo groove. Apart from sonic differences, “Screaming Suicide” sets itself apart from many of Metallica’s previous works as it touches on the sensitive subject of suicide.

“‘Screaming Suicide’ addresses the taboo word of suicide. The intention is to communicate about the darkness we feel inside. It’s ridiculous to think we should deny that we have these thoughts. At one point or another I believe most people have thought about it. To face it is to speak the unspoken. If it’s a human experience, we should be able to talk about it. You are not alone,” says vocalist James Hetfield.