The 10 best Metallica songs not by Metallica

While Metallica has an impressive catalog, many bands have created songs that capture a similar spirit or sound. Here are 10 great “Metallica-like” songs by other artists:
- Megadeth – “Holy Wars… The Punishment Due”: Technical thrash metal with political themes.
- Pantera – “Cowboys from Hell”: Groove-heavy metal with powerful riffs.
- Slayer – “Raining Blood”: Aggressive thrash metal with dark themes.
- Testament – “Practice What You Preach”: Classic thrash with socially conscious lyrics.
- Anthrax – “Caught in a Mosh”: High-energy thrash with catchy hooks.
- Machine Head – “Davidian”: Modern metal with Metallica-inspired riffs.
- Trivium – “Pull Harder on the Strings of Your Martyr”: Technical metal with Metallica influences.
- Avenged Sevenfold – “Hail to the King”: Homage to classic metal with a modern twist.
- Bullet for My Valentine – “Tears Don’t Fall”: Metalcore with melodic Metallica-like elements.
- Gojira – “Stranded”: Progressive metal with heavy riffs and environmental themes.