The San Francisco Bay Area has been known for its Thrash Metal, while Los Angeles has been associated with Glam and Hair-Metal. However, Los Angeles is the birthplace of three out of the "Big 4" thrash bands and has been the breeding ground for unconventional thrash/punk-metal bands. This documentary explores the evolution of Thrash Metal in Los Angeles, featuring exclusive interviews with legendary bands and artists, as well as journalists and insiders from the time. Despite lack of media attention, Thrash Metal was thriving in Los Angeles by the mid-80s.
Inside Metal: The Rise of L.A. Thrash Metal 2
The San Francisco Bay Area has been synonymous with Thrash Metal, while Los Angeles has been known for Glam and Hair-Metal, with San Francisco giving rise to many legendary bands.
