Metallica Brings the Chaos | Wherever I May Roam | Woodstock '99 Live

Experience the crushing power of the "Snakepit" era with Metallica - Wherever I May Roam, recorded Live at Woodstock 99. On the night of July 24, 1999, Metallica took to the East Stage at Griffiss Air Force Base, delivering a high-voltage set to a sea of over 200,000 fans. This Official archival footage captures the band's legendary precision, from the sitar-infused intro to the iconic, driving main riff. As one of the most celebrated tracks from the Black Album, "Wherever I May Roam" served as the perfect anthem for the nomadic, world-dominating force Metallica had become by the late 90s. Watch James Hetfield command the massive Woodstock crowd with unmatched vocal authority in this definitive live document of metal history. The Band: 🎤🎸 James Hetfield – Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar 🎸 Kirk Hammett – Lead Guitar 🎸 Jason Newsted – Bass, Backing Vocals 🥁 Lars Ulrich – Drums ⚡ 5 Facts About the Show The Saturday Headliner: Metallica occupied the coveted Saturday night headlining slot, following an infamously high-energy set by Limp Bizkit that had left the crowd in a state of absolute frenzy. Jason Newsted’s Intensity: This performance is a prime example of Jason Newsted’s legendary stage energy and backing vocals, occurring just 18 months before his departure from the band in 2001. The Sitar Sound: For this live rendition, Kirk Hammett utilized his signature tech to replicate the distinct electric sitar opening, cutting through the humid night air of the New York airstrip. Broadcast Quality: This footage was captured by the festival's professional multi-camera crew for the global pay-per-view broadcast, featuring high-fidelity audio that captures the sheer scale of the 200,000-person sing-along. The Road Warrior Anthem: "Wherever I May Roam" was particularly poignant at Woodstock '99, as the band was in the midst of a massive touring cycle that saw them playing to millions of fans worldwide. #Metallica #MetallicaLive #MetallicaConcert #MetallicaFullConcert #RockAndRollHallOfFame #MetallicaArchive #LiveMetallica