Metallica have nailed their FOURTH UK number one album with the mighty 72 Seasons. The accolade marks the bands first UK number one since Death Magnetic 15 years ago.

When breaking down the stats, 72 Seasons outsold the rest of the UK Top 5 albums combined and also sits atop the Official Vinyl Albums Chart and the Official Record Store Chart.

The band announced the new landmark in buoyant mood, with the below video posted on the Official Charts Company Youtube: