Grammy Award nomination

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In 1989, Metallica received its first Grammy Award nomination for …And Justice for All in the new Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance Vocal or Instrument category. Metallica was the favorite to win, but the award was given to Jethro Tull for the album Crest of a Knave . The award was controversial with fans and the press; Metallica was standing off-stage waiting to receive the award after performing the song ” One “. Jethro Tull had been advised by its manager not to attend the ceremony because he was expecting Metallica to win. The award was named in Entertainment Weekly ‘s “Grammy’s 10 Biggest Upsets” list.