Metallica

It’s one of the most famous metal miscues in history – and Jethro Tull wasn’t even there to accept their award.

Rock was shut out of the major categories (again), but there are still plenty of familiar names elsewhere on the list.

Robert Trujillo remembers the time his family hid in a shower as bullets flew.

They left no doubt as to who the reigning titans of heavy metal are.

Guns N' Roses, Metallica, AC/DC, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest and Tool are about to descend on the California desert.

Lead single from 'Death Magnetic' revealed a revitalized group.

Musician Denis Pauna reimagines the metal legends' entire debut with 'Top 'Em All.'

'Kill 'Em All' lead single crystalized their essence into one four-minute blitzkrieg.

Pantera and Mammoth WVH supported the metal giants.

Lars Ulrich used his face as a dartboard in the "Nothing Else Matters" music video.

Metallica frontman's replicated voice can also be heard covering Genesis and Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Guitarist took on the task of finding stand-in drummers when Lars Ulrich fell ill ahead of Download show in 2004.