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Metallica - Live in Chile (1993 – 2017) (2020)
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Metallica – Live in Chile (1993 – 2017) (Live) (2020)
Artist: Metallica
Album: Live in Chile (1993 – 2017)
Released: April 15, 2020
Label: Blackened Recordings
Genre: Live thrash metal / heavy metal
Length: ~2 h 02 min
Source: Live recordings from multiple shows in Chile spanning 24 years
Overview
Live in Chile (1993 – 2017) is a live compilation album featuring performances by Metallica from their five past concerts in Santiago, Chile, stretching from their first visit in 1993 to their most recent appearance there in 2017. Instead of a single concert, it collects highlights from different years to celebrate the band’s long history with Chilean fans.
The album was released digitally in Chile in April 2020 as a special release after the band’s planned South American tour was postponed due to global circumstances. It serves as both a celebration of the band’s legacy in the country and a gift to fans waiting for future shows.
Recording & Sources
The tracks come from Metallica’s live shows in Santiago on various dates:
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May 4, 1993 – Early Chile performance
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May 12, 1999 – Garage Remains the Same Tour
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January 26, 2010 – World Magnetic Tour
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March 27, 2014 – By Request Tour
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April 1, 2017 – WorldWired Tour
This provides a historical overview of the band’s evolving stage presence and setlist choices over more than two decades.
Tracklist
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Hardwired – Live in Santiago, Chile – April 1, 2017
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Atlas, Rise! – Live in Santiago, Chile – April 1, 2017
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The Four Horsemen – Live in Santiago, Chile – January 26, 2010
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Fuel – Live in Santiago, Chile – April 1, 2017
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Fade to Black – Live in Santiago, Chile – January 26, 2010
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For Whom the Bell Tolls – Live in Santiago, Chile – May 12, 1999
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King Nothing – Live in Santiago, Chile – May 12, 1999
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Orion – Live in Santiago, Chile – March 27, 2014
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That Was Just Your Life – Live in Santiago, Chile – January 26, 2010
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The End of the Line – Live in Santiago, Chile – January 26, 2010
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Wherever I May Roam – Live in Santiago, Chile – May 12, 1999
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Sad But True – Live in Santiago, Chile – May 4, 1993
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One – Live in Santiago, Chile – January 26, 2010
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Master of Puppets – Live in Santiago, Chile – January 26, 2010
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Seek & Destroy – Live in Santiago, Chile – April 1, 2017
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Fight Fire with Fire – Live in Santiago, Chile – April 1, 2017
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Nothing Else Matters – Live in Santiago, Chile – March 27, 2014
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Enter Sandman – Live in Santiago, Chile – March 27, 2014
Musical Highlights
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The compilation spans metal classics from Kill ’Em All to Hardwired… to Self‑Destruct, showing how the band’s performances evolved over time.
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Tracks like One, Master of Puppets, and Enter Sandman are standout heavy metal anthems recognized globally.
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Early songs such as Sad But True capture the raw energy of Metallica’s earlier era.
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Later tracks like Hardwired and Atlas, Rise! reflect the band’s modern thrash resurgence.
Context & Fan Reception
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The release came during the COVID‑19 pandemic as a thoughtful gesture to Chilean fans after a planned tour date was postponed, giving them a way to revisit Metallica’s past concerts.
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In Chile, Metallica has a devoted fan base, and shows there are known for passionate crowds and memorable performances.
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The compilation was initially exclusive to Chilean streaming services, though fans have shared playlists and versions internationally.
Compilation Rating
8.5/10
This live compilation offers a great retrospective of Metallica’s live legacy in Chile, capturing both classic and modern performances across decades. It’s a must‑listen for fans interested in the band’s global touring history and evolution as a live act.
