Metallica's long-awaited new album 'Death Magnetic' will be available via a number of different packages, it's been announced.

The new album, which is due out in September, is the band's first full studio release since 2003's 'St Anger'.

The basic package will include a digital copy of the album, fly-on-on-the-wall footage and exclusive photos.

The second package will also include the above, as well as a copy of the album on CD, while the biggest package will feature a 5 LP 180 gram box with 5 individual sleeves and Metallica lithograph.

People who choose to purchase the new album in package form via the band's website will also gain access to exclusive competitions.

Metallica will headline the Reading and Leeds Festival in August alongside Rage Against The Machine and The Killers.

(by Jason Gregory)