Volbeat, Anthrax Crobot

Copenhagen rockers Volbeat are headlining, and groove-rock youngsters Crobot are a solid opening act, but only one band playing Spokane Arena on Monday holds a hallowed place in metal history as one of the so-called “Big Four” — the collective name given ’80s thrash pioneers Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer and Anthrax. The New York quintet has undergone its share of lineup changes and label strife, but still manages to knock out pummeling tunes sure to get fans caught in a mosh. In 2011, original singer Joey Belladonna rejoined for Worship Music, an incredible return to form for the band led by longtime members Scott Ian, Frank Bello and Charlie Benante. A new album is coming later this year; the spring tour is dedicated to fan faves like “Antisocial,” “I Am the Law” and “Madhouse.”