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Metallica’s Black Album 30th Anniversary box set will be out soon – and Jason Newsted got the first chance to unbox one. The band posted an ‘unboxing video’ on YouTube, with ex-bassist Newsted opening up the massive 25-disc set – which includes 6 vinyl LPs, 14 CDs, and 6 DVDs of material, along with a 120-page hardcover book and other goodies.

Newsted was seeing the box set for the first time. He also shared a few behind-the-scenes stories about the album, such as James Hetfield’s habit of keeping the lyrics a secret from the rest of the band.

Join Jason Newsted as he takes his first look at the Remastered Deluxe Box Set of “The Black Album,” hitting shelves September 10.

Watch Jason’s Full 15-Minute Unboxing Video ➡️ https://t.co/BOzTFbYO0Z
Pre-Order the Deluxe Box Set ➡️ https://t.co/65Gq3wtHGV#BlackAlbum2021 pic.twitter.com/T9v1HLksG9

— Metallica (@Metallica) August 17, 2021

The Black Album 30th anniversary edition will be out Sept. 10th.

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