Metallica won Best Metal Performance at the 66th Grammy Awards on Sunday (February 4th) for their song “72 Seasons,” the title track to their 2023 album. The trophy was handed out during the streaming “Premiere Ceremony,” with bassist Robert Trujillo accepting on the band’s behalf.
With Boygenius and Paramore dominating the other rock categories, Metallica were the only heavy act to win a Grammy this year. The legendary metal act beat out Disturbed, Ghost, Slipknot, and Spiritbox for the honor. Overall, Metallica have now won nine Grammy awards, the most by any metal band.
“I just want to say that Lars, James, and Kirk could not be here because they’re with their families, and families are everything to all of us,” began Trujillo during his acceptance speech. “I live in Southern California, so it’s a little easier.”
He added, “We want to thank Greg Fidelman, our incredible producer, and our recording team. This is like family. When you’re making an album like this, you’re jamming, you’re collaborating. …. Keep those instruments in your hands. Let’s keep the youth making music, and keep the dream alive.”
Metallica had also been nominated for Best Rock Album and Best Rock Performance, but lost to Paramore and Boygenius, respectively, in those categories.
Fans can catch Metallica in concert later this year when they continue their “M72 World Tour,” including another North American leg. Pick up tickets here, and revisit our 2023 Cover Story interview with Trujillo and Lars Ulrich.
For an updated list of Grammy winners in the major categories, click here.
Photo Gallery – Metallica kick off North American “M72 Tour” at MetLife Stadium in 2023 (click to expand and scroll through):
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