Few bands have had the impact on rock and metal that Metallica has.
Formed in 1981, the group quickly rose to fame with its aggressive sound, technical mastery, and powerful lyrics.
With classic albums like Master of Puppets and The Black Album, they became one of the best-selling bands of all time.
Beyond music, Metallica has built a reputation for philanthropy, often stepping in to support communities in crisis.
Their latest effort comes in response to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.
Statistics Alone Cant Capture the Scale
Through their foundation, All Within My Hands, the band has donated $500,000 to aid relief efforts.
The funds will be split between the Wildfire Recovery Fund of the California Community Foundation and the Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund of the Pasadena Community Foundation.
The band announced the donation on social media, noting the widespread destruction caused by the fires, according to 20Minutos.
In the post the band said that the disaster has claimed at least 24 lives and forced nearly 100,000 people to evacuate. It also said that the fires has destroyed more than 12,000 buildings.
They also acknowledged that statistics alone cannot capture the full scale of suffering experienced by those affected.
The wildfires, which ignited on January 7, have led to the displacement of more than 150,000 residents.
Reports indicate that at least 16 people remain missing, and search and rescue efforts are ongoing.
Metallica has a long history of supporting disaster relief. In the past, they have provided aid for victims of California wildfires, hurricanes, and global crises.
Their foundation focuses on helping communities in need, addressing issues like food insecurity, education, and emergency response.
With this donation, Metallica aims to provide immediate relief while supporting long-term rebuilding efforts.
As firefighters continue battling the flames, organizations on the ground are working to assist displaced families and restore what was lost.
