Great Military Songs – Meltdown

This Friday we celebrate those who've sacrificed and served this great country. I thought I'd go through and pick some of my favorite songs with a military theme.

This song is about a soldier who loses all his limbs in war. He can't speak, see, hear or move..he's just there with his thoughts. Lars has said it was inspired by the movie Johnny Got His Gun.

From the thrash metal classic Master Of Puppets, this might be one of my favorite songs from the band. Just eight minutes of metal perfection.

I just saw these guys over the weekend in Battle Creek, at Firekeepers Casino. Huge supporters of the military, this is just one example of their devotion to those who serve.

Another classic from the metal legends. Here's a killer live version from 1970, when the guys were just starting out.

The FFDP guys are also huge supporters of the military, and have written many songs about the men and women who serve. This is obviously a cover of the Offspring song, but I love how they reinvented it, especially with the video.

What a great song! This one was written about Jerry cantrell's father. I recall interviewing him once, and he referred to his dad as the "Rooster".

The "Red Rocker" is another big military supporter. This is a beautiful tribute to those that serve.

Every FourPlay At 4, you guys always slip in one Maiden song, no matter what the topic! I thought I had to do the same thing.

I just have one word for this monster - SLAYER!!!!!

Yes, I'm a rock guy, but I'm also partial to a well written song...especially when it comes to those who serve.

-Meltdown -

Metallica rocked out old-school last night at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla., in honor of Jonny and Marsha Zazula, the late founders of Megaforce Records. The first two Metallica albums were on their label, so the guys played just songs of those records for the fans. Here's what the setlist included.

“Creeping Death”
“Ride the Lightning”
“Motorbreath”
“No Remorse”
“Trapped Under Ice”
“The Call of Ktulu”
“Phantom Lord”
“Am I Evil?” (Diamond Head cover)
“Metal Militia”
“For Whom the Bell Tolls”
“Whiplash”
“Fade to Black”
“Seek & Destroy”

Encore
“Fight Fire With Fire”
“Blitzkrieg” (Blitzkrieg cover)
“Hit the Lights”

My friend, and fellow Struggle Within Michigan member, Cheska Sparks was there and sent me these amazing pictures. If she got any closer they'd ask her to join the band! Great job Cheska!!