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Full Setlist From Night Two Of Metallica In Detroit

Just like that, Metallica’s two shows in Detroit at Ford Field have come to a close. However, these shows left a massive impact that will have Detroit talking for months….

James Hetfield of Metallica pumps a fist in the air during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.

James Hetfield of Metallica pumps a fist in the air during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.

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Just like that, Metallica's two shows in Detroit at Ford Field have come to a close. However, these shows left a massive impact that will have Detroit talking for months. Check out the full setlist from night one and two of Metallica in Detroit below.

With that show tonight, the North American leg of the M72 World Tour has come to a close. There was no better choice for a final show of the tour than the Motor City. Detroit showed up and showed their love for Metallica.

2023 M72 World Tour

When I arrived at Ford Field close to 4:00pm, the lines were already seemingly endless. Standing at the entrance, the line stretched as far as the eye could see. Hopefully people brought their passports because I'm pretty sure the line went all the way to the Ambassador Bridge and some people were waiting in Windsor. I've truly never seen anything like it.

The crowd wasn't waiting for Metallica. They were lined up to get in for a full evening of rock and roll as early as they could. Ice Nine Kills took the stage first. Then, Five Finger Death Punch got the crowd hyped up and ready for Metallica.

My ears are still ringing. Metallica brought their A-game, that's for sure. I'm not sure if I've ever seen a show with so much energy. From start to finish they brought it. There were no stopping The Might Met tonight.

Metallica Rocks Detroit

By looking at the setlist from night one, we knew we were in for a treat on Sunday night. Sunday night wasn't only special because it was the final stop of their North American tour. The band played only a few of their hits on Friday and left on a lot on the table. So, we knew we could expect some of Metallica's biggest hits on Sunday.

They definitely didn't disappoint. This was my first time seeing Metallica and I can confidently say I will be seeing them again. It isn't just a concert, it's a full-on experience. There aren't many bands in the world today capable of putting on a straight up experience like Metallica is. They are showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon.

Check out the full setlist from the second show at Ford Field below. Also, don't miss parts one and two of Meltdown's interview with Metallica's Robert Trujillo! Keep scrolling after the setlist for night two to check out the full setlist from night one and an exclusive photo gallery from the shows!

Ice Nine Kills Setlist

Here's the full setlist from Ice Nine Kills who kicked off the show. I was there, and this setlist was confirmed by setlist.fm.

  1. Rainy Day
  2. Hip To Be Scared
  3. Meat & Greet
  4. Ex-Mørtis
  5. Welcome To Horrorwood
  6. Wurst Vacation
  7. The Shower Scene
  8. Stabbing In The Dark

Five Finger Death Punch Setlist

Five Finger Death Punch took the stage next. They got the crowd pumped up and ready for Metallica. Good choice for an opener. Here's the setlist confirmed by setlist.fm.

  1. Lift Me Up
  2. Trouble
  3. Wash It All Away
  4. Jekyll And Hyde
  5. Bad Company (Cover)
  6. IOU
  7. Wrong Side Of Heaven
  8. Burn MF
  9. Welcome To The Circus
  10. Under And Over It
  11. The Bleeding

Metallica Setlist

Finally, just after 8:45pm Metallica blessed the stage at Ford Field in Detroit. For me, it exceeded expectations. I was blown away. Here's the setlist confirmed by setlist.fm.

  1. Whiplash
  2. For Whom The Bell Tolls
  3. Ride The Lightning
  4. Dirty Window
  5. 72 Seasons
  6. If Darkness Had A Son
  7. Welcome Home (Sanitarium)
  8. You Must Burn!
  9. The Call Of Ktulu
  10. The Unforgiven
  11. Wherever I May Roam
  12. Moth Into Flame
  13. Fight Fire With Fire
  14. Whiskey In The Jar
  15. One
  16. Enter Sandman

Both shows were amazing and I can't wait for Metallica to come through Detroit again soon. Idea: maybe next time instead of two shows...we can get four. Imagine the possibilities.

Check out the full setlist from night one at Ford Field below. Then keep scrolling to see an exclusive photo gallery from Metallica in Detroit!

Full Setlist From Night One Of Metallica At Ford Field

Night one of Metallica at Ford Field is officially in the books. It was glorious night of rock and roll with one of the biggest bands in the game. Now, we're more ready than ever for Night 2 on Sunday. Check out the full setlist from night one of Metallica in Detroit below. They played a lot of hits, but saved some of their best for Sunday.

Detroit has been buzzing for months in anticipation of Metallica coming to Ford Field. Not only are we getting two nights of Metallica, we're getting two totally different sets. Additionally, there will be two completely different openers for each night.

Metallica In Detroit Night One

Pantera and Mammoth WVH opened on Friday night. That's three headline acts in one night. How could it get any better? Sunday comes close with opening acts Five Finger Death Punch and Ice Nine Kills. Again, two bands who can certainly stand on their own and deliver.

The pair of shows in Detroit will wrap up the North American leg of their M72 World Tour. The band's 11th studio album, 72 Seasons, dropped in April of this year. The album currently has an impressive score of 92% on Google. Several singles have been released off the album including "72 Seasons," "Too Far Gone?," and "Lux Æterna."

Metallica is staying busy during their time here in Detroit, but Robert Trujillo made time to have an interview with Meltdown. I learned so much about Robert during this conversation. He's a Lions fan? Bonus points! James Hetfield has a sold out book signing of his upcoming book "Messengers: The Guitars Of James Hetfield" at Third Man Records on Saturday.

Metallica's M72 World Tour

Below, you can check out the full setlist from the entire evening of Night 1 at Ford Field. That means the complete Metallica set, all of Pantera, and the full Mammoth WVH setlist. Now, since Metallica will be doing two totally different setlists, we can look at what was played Friday and will have a better picture of what to expect on Sunday.

It's always disappointing when the band doesn't end up playing the song you've been waiting for. This way, we'll know if they already played our favorite tracks. If they didn't, there's a good chance they'll be played on Night 2 on Sunday. Looking at the setlist, it looks like they're saving some of their best for last.

Check out our exclusive Metallica photo gallery and the full setlist from Night One below! Can't wait for Sunday! Update: see the full setlist from night two here.

Mammoth WVH

If you ever get a chance, you've got to see Mammoth live! They put on a great show. My buddy sent me this setlist and it was confirmed by setlist.fm.

    Pantera

    Pantera showed up and delivered! Great choice to get hyped and ready for Metallica. The crowd was alive! This setlist was also confirmed by setlist.fm.

    1. A New Level

    2. Mouth for War

    3. Strength Beyond Strength

    4. Becoming

    5. I'm Broken

    6. Cemetery Gates

    7. 5 Minutes Alone

    8. This Love

    9. F****** Hostile

    10. Walk

    11. Domination/Hollow

    12. Cowboys From Hell

    Metallica

    The headliners did not let us down! The set looked awesome. I cannot wait for Sunday night. Who's ready for Night 2? The setlist was confirmed by setlist.fm.

    1. Creeping Death

    2. Harvester of Sorrow

    3. Through the Never

    4. Leper Messiah

    5. Lux Æterna

    6. Too Far Gone?

    7. Fade to Black

    8. Shadows Follow

    9. Orion

    10. Nothing Else Matters

    11. Sad but True

    12. The Day That Never Comes

    13. Hardwired

    14. Fuel

    15. Seek & Destroy

    16. Master of Puppets

    What To Expect For Night 2

    So, seeing what's above is definitely a good setlist. However, I noticed some of my favorites weren't played on Friday. Does that mean we can expect to hear "Enter Sandman," "One," and "For Whom The Bell Tolls" on Sunday? I hope so!

    Metallica In Detroit

    Can't wait for Sunday! We're in for a great night of rock and roll. Check out this video from another time Metallica performed in Detroit!

    Metallica, Pantera, and Mammoth WVH Rock Ford Field

    WOW! Metallica once again proved they are the kings of rock! What a show at Ford Field. And to think we're lucky enough to be able to do it again Sunday night!

    I met a lot of fans who were seeing the band for the very first time. In a way, I was jealous and really excited for them. I had one friend text me with these words "Where has this been my whole life?" That's saying a lot for someone who goes to a lot of concerts. There was another observation I made. While I was in the so-called "friends and family" suite, there was this 68-year-old man working there. At one point I watched as he took a break from cleaning up and grabbing empty plates and drink glasses. When the show ended, I asked him what he thought. His response caught me a little off guard. He said it was amazing. He described it as a piece of art and commented on how much respect the band members seem to have towards each other on stage. He was very impressed.

    Oh, and a huge Thank You to everyone who came by the WRIF broadcast booth while I did my show. I don't think I've even shaken more hands or had more people come by to say Hello than last night.

    If you get a chance, check out my interview with bassest, Robert Trujillo from earlier this week. He showed a lot of love for Detroit, with part two of our chat dropping today.

    Now, enjoy pictures from the show, as WRIF photographer Will Spurrier captured some great shots of all the bands. Let's do it all over again on Sunday!

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    The calm before the Metallica storm. This picture was taken around 2:30 Friday afternoon.


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    James Hetfield getting ready to entertain the jam packed Ford Field crowd.


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    James Hetfield of Metallica performs at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Kirk Hammett of Metallica walks the M72 World Tour stage during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Robert Trujillo of Metallica peers into the audience while performing at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Lars Ulrich of Metallica bangs the drums at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo of Metallica take in a moment between songs at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    James Hetfield of Metallica sings and strums during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo of Metallica huddle together during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Robert Trujillo and Lars Ulrich face off during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    James Hetfield of Metallica pumps a fist in the air during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Kirk Hammett takes backing vocals during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    A packed Ford Field greets Kirk Hammett of Metallica during a performance in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Lars Ulrich looks surprised at James Hetfield of Metallica during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Lars Ulrich of Metallica hops to another drum kit on the M72 World Tour stage, performing at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


    Pantera Ford Field

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    Phil Anselmo of Pantera pumps a fist with the crowd during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023. Pantera was an excellent choice for an opener for Metallica!


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    Phil Anselmo of Pantera walks the M72 World Tour stage during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023. It looks like he's taking a phone call, but he's not. I assure you.


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    Members of Pantera launch into their first song at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023. If you've never seen them live, you've got to sometime!


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    Phil Anselmo of Pantera pumps his fists during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023. He's feeling it! The audience definitely was too!


    Pantera Ford Field

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    Rex Brown of Pantera points to the crowd during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023. Pantera took the stage after Mammoth WVH and before Metallica.


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    Zakk Wylde of Pantera points to the sky during a solo at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023. Pantera got the crowd ready for Metallica!


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    Phil Anselmo of Pantera rocks the house during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023. Were you there? Pantera was awesome!


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    A packed Ford Field rocks out with Phil Anselmo of Pantera in Detroit on November 10, 2023. Metallica came out after Pantera. Fantastic weekend of rock and roll in the Motor City!


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    Zakk Wylde and Charlie Benante of Pantera prepare to melt faces at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Wolfgang Van Halen of Mammoth WVH takes the stage at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Frank Sidoris of Mammoth WVH poses during a solo at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Frank Sidoris and Ronnie Ficarro of Mammoth WVH


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    Wolfgang Van Halen of Mammoth WVH shreds a guitar solo during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Garrett Whitlock of Mammoth WVH bangs the drums at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


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    Jon Jourdan of Mammoth WVH rocks out during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


    Wolfgang Van Halen

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    Wolfgang Van Halen of Mammoth WVH shreds during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 10, 2023.


    Pantera Ford Field

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    A packed crowd for Metallica, Pantera and Mammoth WVH. Such a great stage set-up, where everyone can see the stage no matter where you're seated. Amazing!


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    And that's it....show one is in the books! See you guys Sunday night.


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    Always fun to see Blackened master distiller/mixer, Rob Dietrich.

    Metallica Destroys At Ford Field With Ice Nine Kills And Five Finger Death Punch

    Metallica; two nights, four different openers, one weekend Detroit never forget.

    Opening with "Whiplash" and ripping through hits, non-hits, deep cuts, and wrapping up with "One" and "Enter Sandman". The guys made Detroit their home for the last several days, ending with two packed shows at Ford Field.

    Here are some pictures WRIF photographer Will Spurrier took to cap off a weekend of controlled chaos. The Metallica boys know how to do it up right. From the stage setup to the setlists to the fan experiences and the Blackened Whiskey tasting and bottle signings. I even met a member of the band Damage Inc., who traveled with the entire tour and played the Saturday nights at each stop with two other tribute bands.

    One thing that I wasn't sure I was going to like is how the band takes the stage each night. I guess I'm old-school in that way. I don't want to see the band until they appear on stage. I'd seen all sorts of videos from other shows with the guys just there, hanging among the fans. Well, after seeing them come out of the backstage area, in full view of the crowd, hang during AC/DC's "It's A Long Way To The Top (If You Want To Rock 'N Roll)", and then through their intro with the "Ecstasy Of Gold", I get it now. It's another thing they do that other bands don't or simply can't. As with their music, they're not afraid to do things out of the ordinary. As they're waiting to go on stage, it's almost like they're part of the crowd waiting for it to begin with the rest of us....but they're bringing the thunder!

    In closing, just a personal thing from me. A big Thank You to every person who stopped me to say Hello, fist bump, shake hands, or yell MELTDOWN from across the corridor. You guys are appreciated. I'm glad we got to spend this weekend together!

    -Meltdown-

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    Members of Metallica kick off their final US show of the M72 Tour with "Whiplash", at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    James Hetfield, Robert Trujillo and Lars Ulrich huddle together during a performance at Ford Field on November 12, 2023.


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    Members of Metallica huddle around the kit of drummer Lars Ulrich during their final US show of the M72 Tour, at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Here's a shot from one of the platforms with the Struggle Within Michigan Metallica fan club guys.


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    Lars Ulrich of Metallica hypes up the crowd during the intro to "For Whom the Bell Tolls", at Ford Field on November 12, 2023.


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    Robert Trujillo of Metallica lays down some bass riffs during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Metallica's Kirk Hammett smiles throughout a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Kirk Hammett of Metallica smiles to fans during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Metallica's Kirk Hammett melts faces with a guitar solo at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    James Hetfield of Metallica poses with guitar in hand during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    James Hetfield of Metallica plants his foot on the kit of Lars Ulrich during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    James Hetfield crushing the crowd at Ford Field Sunday night.


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    James Hetfield of Metallica gets up close with fans in the Snake Pit during a show at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    James Hetfield and Robert Trujillo of Metallica face off during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo poses near the kit of drummer Lars Ulrich during a performance at Ford Field on November 12, 2023.


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    Another picture from the platform. Robert doing what he does.


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    A packed crowd watches Robert Trujillo of Metallica during a show at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Lars Ulrich of Metallica lets loose on the drums at Ford Field on November 12, 2023.


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    Kirk Hammett of Metallica pumps his fist in the air at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    That's a wrap! Metallica taking their final bows before exiting the stage for the final time.


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    Five Finger Death Punch opened for Metallica at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Ivan Moody of Five Finger Death Punch perches on top of a monitor during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    An audience member throws a free shirt to Five Finger Death Punch vocalist Ivan Moody during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Andy James and Charlie Engen of Five Finger Death Punch face off at the start of their set at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Zoltan Bathory of Five Finger Death Punch points to an audience member during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Members of Five Finger Death Punch sing together during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Chris Kael of Five Finger Death Punch performing at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Chris Kael and Charlie Engen of Five Finger Death Punch fist-bump after kicking off their performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills holds up a decapitated head during a performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Patrick Galante of Ice Nine Kills performs at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Ice Nine Kills referenced multiple classic horror films during their performance at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    Ice Nine Kills opened for Metallica at Ford Field in Detroit on November 12, 2023.


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    That's a weekend I won't soon forget. Metallica brought it in Detroit!


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    As I was walking out of Ford Field I snapped this picture of the legendary Barry Sanders statue with the Metallica trailer behind him.

    What was your favorite part about Metallica in Detroit? Let us know in the comments!

    Cort Freeman was born and raised in Metro Detroit. He was named Clarkston High School 2009 Class Clown 13 years after graduating. Totally normal thing to happen. That’s thanks to his time spent as an Intern at Comedy Central and Social Media Correspondent for The Colbert Report. Cort has done comedy across the country, both standing up and sitting down. When he’s not trying to make you laugh on-air and online, he’s probably at home enjoying his favorite shows like Seinfeld, South Park, and The Office. He’s also totally uncomfortable writing about himself in the third person. Cort enjoys writing about comedy, food, sports, and entertainment. So, basically anything and everything.