Blackened is the ultimate tribute to Metallica! They bring the full Metallica experience--the sound and fury that spans their entire
catalog, fog, lasers, and a non-stop professional stage show. Hailing from Chicago's southwest suburbs, John Dent leads the band with his
pummeling guitar playing and an uncanny ability to mimic James Hetfield's characteristic vocal growl. Metallica even invited John onstage at their 30th anniversary show to help them out with "Wherever I May Roam."

The band are fan-oriented and down-to-earth, and everyone who attends a show leaves feeling like they're a part of something. A deep knowledge of Metallica's catalog allow Blackened to constantly inject new material into the set, and no two shows are the same. If you're looking for all the sights and sounds of Metallica without the
expensive ticket price, look no farther than Blackened.


Here's what others have to say:

"Keep flying the flag for us."
--James Hetfield

"[Blackened] delivered a display of shredding guitars"
--Rolling Stone

"The sweaty raw passion exhibited by Blackened demonstrates that even with eyes wide open, they can deliver the goods as well as their aging
icons...the band’s following is undeniable, and they aptly apply the goods."
--Cortney Harding, Billboard

"Blackened are Metallica's true doppelgangers!"
--Illinois Entertainer

"Blackened is the BEST METALLICA TRIBUTE AROUND"
--Jason Newsted