On what date was Metallica's 1991 album Metallica released?

Metallica's 1991 album Metallica was released on August 12, 1991.

The album was issued by Elektra Records and became widely known as The Black Album because of its nearly black cover and subtle snake image. It followed ...And Justice for All and represented a major shift toward shorter, slower, and more accessible heavy-metal songs.

The release date is sometimes confused with July 29, 1991, which was the date of “Enter Sandman,” the album's lead single. Metallica debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and eventually became one of the best-selling albums in music history. Its anniversary is therefore generally marked on August 12, rather than on the single's earlier release date.

The album's success also helped turn songs such as “Nothing Else Matters,” “The Unforgiven,” and “Wherever I May Roam” into international rock staples.