1981

The year was 1981 when Lars Ulrich and James Hetfield met. If you are as into metal as I am, you should already know what happened later in that year. If you aren't, then here's a hint: Metallica was formed. Metallica is credited as one of the most influential metal bands of all time, and the band is the most commercially successful thrash metal bands as well. Metallica has been an inspiration to many bands so far, and will continue to be so for a long while still. Metal wouldn't be where it is today if Metallica had not formed in 1981. That is why the year 1981 is very significant to me.