Many fans agree that Metallica's first four albums, released between 1983 and 1988, were their finest. So, we ranked them.

There are, of course, some songs the band has never played live, though that could change as Metallica continues their touring career. But so far, here’s how the numbers stack up… Album: Kill ‘Em All ...

Metallica could have packed it all in and walked away after the tragic bus crash that claimed the life of bassist Cliff Burton on 27 September 1986. But they didn’t. They persisted, recruiting Jason ...