Metallica Aims to Smash Taboos With New Song ‘Screaming Suicide’Metallica Aims to Smash Taboos With New Song ‘Screaming Suicide’"It's ridiculous to think we should deny that we have these thoughts," James Hetfield says.Matthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
Robert Trujillo’s Childhood: Metallica Bassist’s First 72 SeasonsRobert Trujillo’s Childhood: Metallica Bassist’s First 72 SeasonsHe initially wanted to be a drummer, then a keyboardist before he found his calling. Ben ApatoffBen Apatoff
40 Years Ago: Cliff Burton Rehearses With Metallica for the First Time40 Years Ago: Cliff Burton Rehearses With Metallica for the First TimeBell-bottom-clad bassist ended up taking them to new heights.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Jason Newsted's ChildhoodJason Newsted's ChildhoodRaised on a farm, the bassist's life changed when a classmate introduced him to the music of Kiss. Ben ApatoffBen Apatoff
Kirk Hammett’s Childhood: Metallica Guitarist’s First 72 SeasonsKirk Hammett’s Childhood: Metallica Guitarist’s First 72 SeasonsFuture rock star found refuge from his traumatic upbringing in comics and music.Ben ApatoffBen Apatoff
Metallica Debut New UFO, Thin Lizzy Covers at L.A. Benefit ShowMetallica Debut New UFO, Thin Lizzy Covers at L.A. Benefit ShowShow also included guest stars St. Vincent and Avi Vinocur.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Study Shows Which Rock + Metal Songs’ Lyrics Are Most Often MisheardStudy Shows Which Rock + Metal Songs’ Lyrics Are Most Often MisheardEveryone usually gets the words wrong.Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner
Metallica Reveal Streaming Partner for 2022 ‘Helping Hands’ Fundraising ConcertMetallica Reveal Streaming Partner for 2022 ‘Helping Hands’ Fundraising ConcertFind out where you can see the show in person and via streaming.Chad ChildersChad Childers
10 Artists Who Tried Their Best to Combat Scummy Concert Ticket Practices10 Artists Who Tried Their Best to Combat Scummy Concert Ticket PracticesSome bands have gone to extreme methods...Jacklyn KrolJacklyn Krol
Record Store Day ‘Exploded’ Thanks to Metallica, Says Co-FounderRecord Store Day ‘Exploded’ Thanks to Metallica, Says Co-FounderOrganizers struggled to gain support until band got involved in inaugural event.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty