LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Before the pyro, giant screens, and oceans of people, Metallica’s early touring adventures brought the future heavy metal legends to a cow pasture in White County rather than the bright lights of the capital city.

While the band would go on to be the first musical act to perform a concert on every continent, their first foray into the Natural State was a more humble affair. Here is a look back at the band's journey through Arkansas on their way to paving heavy metal history.

Bald Knob Open-Air Amphitheatre: Aug. 16, 1983

When Metallica kicked off their first major tour on July 27, 1983, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, the band had just released their debut album, "Kill 'Em All." They were joining British band Raven for a tour sponsored by their record label, Megaforce

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