A7X guitarist Zacky Vengeance has expressed his admiration for Metallica's 2003 album, St. Anger, which is considered one of their most divisive albums by some fans and some defenders. Despite this controversy, Avenged Sevenfold has been supportive of the record. Vengeance shared his appreciation for the band's treatment of their fans and tour with Metallica, stating that they learned a lot about their commitment to the band and its commitment to their fans. He also commented on the impact of the album St.