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Metallica - Six Feet Down Under Part II (Live) (2010)
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Metallica – Six Feet Down Under Part II (Live) (2010)
Artist: Metallica
Album: Six Feet Down Under Part II
Released: November 12, 2010
Label: Universal Music / Blackened Recordings
Genre: Thrash metal, heavy metal, live album
Length: Approx. 65–70 minutes
Producer: Metallica
Overview
Six Feet Down Under Part II is a live album documenting Metallica’s performances in Australia and New Zealand during the World Magnetic Tour (2009–2010). It is a follow-up to the original Six Feet Down Under release and features additional tracks not included on the first album, many of which are rare live performances in this region.
The album was initially offered as a fan-exclusive release to members of the Metallica Fan Club in Australia and New Zealand, making it a collectible addition to the band’s live discography.
Album Credits
Band Members
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James Hetfield – lead vocals, rhythm guitar
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Kirk Hammett – lead guitar
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Robert Trujillo – bass, backing vocals
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Lars Ulrich – drums
Production
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Producer: Metallica
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Live Recording & Mixing: Mike Gillies
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Label: Universal Music / Blackened Recordings
Tracklist (Selected Highlights)
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Creeping Death
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For Whom the Bell Tolls
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Ride the Lightning
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Fade to Black
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Harvester of Sorrow
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Battery
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Master of Puppets
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Seek & Destroy
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One
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Enter Sandman
Note: Tracks are compiled from multiple concerts across Australia and New Zealand during the 2009–2010 tour. Some tracks overlap with Six Feet Down Under, but this release features rare or previously unreleased live performances.
Commercial Performance
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Released as a limited edition fan-exclusive album, later made available digitally in select regions
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Highlights Metallica’s popularity and fan engagement in Australia and New Zealand
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Praised for its high-quality live sound and performance energy
Musical Direction & Themes
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Focused on classic thrash and heavy metal songs performed live
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Captures the energy, precision, and crowd interaction of Metallica’s Australian/New Zealand shows
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Features tracks from both classic albums (Ride the Lightning, Master of Puppets) and modern material (Death Magnetic)
Key Highlights
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Showcases extended solos and live improvisations unique to this tour
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Audience interaction and enthusiasm are prominently featured
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Provides fans with rare live renditions of songs not commonly played elsewhere
Fun Facts & Trivia
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Six Feet Down Under Part II complements the original Six Feet Down Under release, completing the collection of live tracks from the southern hemisphere tour.
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Album title references Metallica’s loyal fanbase “down under” in Australia and New Zealand.
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Tracks were carefully selected to represent the best performances from multiple shows.
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Includes songs that were rarely played in other parts of the world, making it a collector’s item.
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The release celebrates the band’s long-standing relationship with Australian and New Zealand fans.
Did You Know?
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Many of the tracks on Part II were recorded at Melbourne, Sydney, and Auckland venues during the World Magnetic Tour.
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The album includes some of the heaviest live renditions of modern Metallica songs from Death Magnetic.
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Originally, the release was exclusive to the Metallica Fan Club in Australia, emphasizing the band’s dedication to international fan communities.
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Six Feet Down Under Part II captures the band performing for audiences totaling tens of thousands across multiple shows.
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Some tracks were mixed to highlight Robert Trujillo’s bass lines, which were more prominent than on earlier live recordings.
Critical Reception
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Praised for:
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High-quality audio capturing live intensity
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Unique track selection from the southern hemisphere tour
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Fan-oriented release with collector appeal
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Minor criticisms:
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Limited initial availability outside Australia and New Zealand
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Album Rating
8.5/10
Six Feet Down Under Part II is a must-have for fans and collectors, offering rare live performances, energetic crowd interaction, and a comprehensive look at Metallica’s World Magnetic Tour down under. It complements the first volume while providing additional depth to the band’s live discography.
