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Posted on 14/09/08 at 08:47:44 pm
So… the first truly interesting chart battle of the year is over and out. And the metal overlords won it by a pretty large margin – Metallica’s ‘Death Magnetic’ is Number One in the UK albums chart, Glasvegas’ self-titled debut is Number Two.
Earlier in the week, for at least as long as it takes to belt out a quick rendition of ‘Daddy’s Gone’, it actually looked like the Ray Ban-welded Scots might beat off Lars Ulrich and co., so to speak.
It was an optimistic notion – in the end ‘tallica won by a chasm. And, as it turned out, my writing of a blog bigging up the ‘vegas was an act akin to fronting out Mike Tyson at 3am in a nightclub. Then flicking a peanut in his eye and pinching his girlfriend’s arse.
Metallica’s legions soon descended on the comments box, filling it up with all manner of vitriol and bile. All of which I clicked ‘approve’ for, of course, bar messages of downright abuse and one that suggested I should have been “aborted”.
One threat to “beet you up” (sic) aside, it was an interesting enough debate – surely similar to one any swipe at an act of Metallica’s stature would have initiated.
But just to clarify, I don’t wish Metallica any ill will. Indeed, if hats in any way suited me, I’d doff my cap at their immense achievements throughout their career.
But come on Metallica fans, in your darkest, deepest, double bass-drum pounding heart, don’t you agree that it would have been more interesting if Glasvegas – the most exciting new band since The Libertines – smashed the top off the UK albums chart like a big black guitar through a vase instead of a band who must surely now be called a “veteran act”?
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Ally [Visitor] //September 14 2008 at 21:16
What were the actual sales figures? Well done Metallica.
Jamie Fullerton [Member] //September 14 2008 at 21:21
Metallica supposedly sold a third more copies than Glasvegas did. Although in a 'normal' sales week, i.e. one without a huge release like Metallica's, 'Glasvegas' would have been comfortably top of the charts.
JF
JF
meeeeeeeee [Visitor] //September 14 2008 at 21:33
If i had to choose anyone to beat my favourite band to the top spot then i would of been
quite happy with Glasvegas. Though i dont see how it would of been "more interesting" if they
were number 1, an easy listening indie group with radio friendly hits that your mum would like,
that have been played on radio1 845 times a day for the last few months, and constantly brown
nosed by that vile Jo Whiley. And yet still beaten to the top by a thrash metal band with an
album of 8 minute long songs,one that neither Tesco or Asda has yet displayed, and available 3 days less
than Glasvegas. Nope, in my darkest, deepest, double bass-drum pounding heart, Metallica at the
top of the charts is a LOT more interesting.
Ali [Visitor] //September 14 2008 at 21:35
Although I did want Metallica to slay Glasvegas (ouch.), I do agree you didn't deserve any abuse. Some people can't handle varying opinons :D
It would have been interesting, yes, but Metallica deserve the top spot because in my eyes Death Magnetic is simply a far better album.
Darren England [Visitor] //September 14 2008 at 21:45
I wonder if glasvegas will be around in 5 years?
Tom [Visitor] //September 14 2008 at 21:58
"But come on Metallica fans, in your darkest, deepest, double bass-drum pounding heart, don’t you agree that it would have been more interesting if Glasvegas – the most exciting new band since The Libertines – smashed the top off the UK albums chart"
No, I bloody wouldn't. Britain doesn't create 'exciting' bands anymore. Infact, I'd say it's rather interesting for once to have a heavy metal act at number one than most of the depressing indie rubbish that is usually on top of the charts. The only metal band I can think of that has topped the charts other than Metallica in the past 10 years or so is Slipknot with their second album 'Iowa'.
For once, a band that have the guts to pull out all the stops and genuinely embrace all that is great about rock music is sitting loud and proud at the top. British bands take note.
richard [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 02:21
its interesting, 'Glasvegas' had a two day head start on sales, and still could not take the no1 spot, though i agree, any other week, 'Glasvegas' would have got it by miles. a two day head start and still a third behind?? good grief how many albums did metallica sell, though interestingly, st.anger never got no1 in the uk, think it charted at no3
reggiebush [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 08:50
who the hell is glasvegas?
long live the gods of metal
Judels [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 09:56
For a new band like Glasvegas 2nd spot is very well done!!! Metallica back at the top!!!! That is what the music world needed, a kick up the arse from the best band in the world!!!!!! Metallica!!
Glen [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 11:21
It'd be ok for Glasvegas to top the chart and 'defeat' the might of Metallica if, and only if, they were a worthy new band. They are not. It's not the same as, perhaps, when Suede first arrived. I could understand your argument then. That really was new and exciting at the time. They helped remove the last remnants of the grunge sound thankfully. Here though we have Metallica sounding fresh and vibrant once again. I have heard both albums and possibly lyrics aside Death Magnetic's where it's at! The experienced veteran has torn apart the plucky young upstart.
rob [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 11:24
metallica good, glasvegas bad
Pete [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 12:00
To be absolutely honest, Metallica at the top is a helluva lot more exciting than another awful indie band being played 7647457 times on the radio
Adlai [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 12:21
I thought it was interesting that Metallica got it. Yes they are enormous, but there a metal band, and that's the least mainstream record they've made in about 20 years so I'm impressed that they got it. Well done to Glasvegas (I'm not a fan btw) for doing so well with a debut album though!
p.s Comments like that are stupid and uneccessary, not all metal fans are that ignorant, honestly!
The Kings. [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 13:02
What money on Kings Of Leon's album going straight in at number one upon release?
Gaz K [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 13:14
At last respectability in the charts with Kings of Leon and Metallica at number one in the singles and album charts respectively.
It's wrong to compare Metallica and Glasvegas though - Metallica has been the best metal band in the world for 25 years and you can't put that up against some indie band's debut!
David Moynihan [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 14:18
Some great comments here, about two great bands. And no Basshunter. Happy days.
[Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 14:21
But come on Metallica fans, in your darkest, deepest, double bass-drum pounding heart, don’t you agree that it would have been more interesting if Glasvegas – the most exciting new band since The Libertines – smashed the top off the UK albums chart like a big black guitar through a vase instead of a band who must surely now be called a “veteran act”? No because Glasvegas are a truely overhyped, dull act.
scarlet [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 15:38
At the same time don't you think it's a good thing that veteran bands are still looked upon kindly and that this world isn't filled with bright new things who are discarded at the snap of your fingers (not that Glasvegas will be)? I think it's quite nice that Metallica got it - not a fan, but it's not like Glasvegas were beaten by someone totally rubbish!!
Stallion.Duck [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 16:23
Hmmm...
Slipknot beat The Game to No.1..
Metallica beat Glasvegas to No.1..
Finally, metal is the king of music!
viky [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 16:41
hahahaha
so metallica is no. 1
you must be crying ha ha ha
you really must be crying
go to your mama's lap
haha poor child :X
[Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 16:43
cry jamie cry ha ha ha
Daniel Mitchelson [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 18:03
The best new british band since the libertines debueted at number 2. Shame on you britain, shame on you. Metallica have had their time, its over... move on.
though to be honest im glad it was someone like Metalica beating them than some indie shits
[Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 19:57
Does it really matter who won? Finally two bands occupy the top spots of the album charts that aren't Basshunter or Leona Lewis. It should be celebrated no matter who won. Three Cheers For Both Bands!
hellstream [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 22:27
Glasvegas should be pleased that they even were close to steal the number one spot from a band that has sold over 100 million albums... I love Metallica but I will also check out Glasvegas. You can like both!
rand al thor [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 23:27
The metal hurricane sweeps everything in it's path taking out the indie rubbish along the way
Razzle [Visitor] //September 15 2008 at 23:30
I think Glasvegas makes boring music, Mettalica deserves the top spot
[Visitor] //September 16 2008 at 00:29
But come on Metallica fans, in your darkest, deepest, double bass-drum pounding heart, don’t you agree that it would have been more interesting if Glasvegas – the most exciting new band since The Libertines – smashed the top off the UK albums chart like a big black guitar through a vase instead of a band who must surely now be called a “veteran act”?
Not really, as Glasvegas are just another fashion act from an infinite conveyor-belt of very tired and similar bands. Music won today!
Moi [Visitor] //September 16 2008 at 08:49
Will be interesting to see if metallica can keep the number 1 spot for a second week though my moneys on glasvegas to knock them off
Brian Powell [Visitor] //September 16 2008 at 09:30
METALLICA: GRANDADS DO METAL!
GRANDADS DO METAL: STINKS!
STINKS: METALLICA!
Eddie [Visitor] //September 16 2008 at 11:17
Noooo the best band didn't win NME. Respect to Hetfield.
Proud Metallica Fan [Visitor] //September 16 2008 at 11:25
Hats off to Metallica yet again. NO Radio Play, NO Backing from U.K Music Press, Written off by some fans and yet they release one of the best albums this decade by far and reach number one in the charts. There are not many bands in the world can do that,Bow down!!!
LondonBrett [Visitor] //September 16 2008 at 14:20
By far Metallica deserved to beat Glasvegas!! Long Live Tallica
Sweet Jerky [Visitor] //September 16 2008 at 16:37
Glasvegas are so very, very boring! They somehow make Metallica sound like fucked up 16 year old kids on cheap trucker speed. Metallica topped the charts because they are more in tune with want our youth generation NEED!!! Lets rip out of the doldrums that Indie pop has left us in, and have some energy, vitality, and attitude back in the charts.
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