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'Metallica Through the Never' Trailer: Angry Mobs and "Master of Puppets"

Damon Houx — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:50:11 +0000

A band crew member (played by DeHaan) is sent out on a mission during Metallica’s roaring live set in front of a sold-out arena.

Metallica Perform National Anthem at San Francisco Giants Game

Dave Lifton — Sat, 04 May 2013 17:33:28 +0000

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Last night (May 3), James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett of Metallica played the national anthem at AT&T Park before the start of the San Francisco Giants game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The video is embedded above.

'Metallica Through the Never' Set to Rock 3D IMAX Theaters in September

Britt Hayes — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:27:06 +0000

Rock veterans Metallica have a new film, ‘Metallica Through the Never,’ set to hit theaters in IMAX 3D on September 27, so grab your old ratty Metallica t-shirts and your best baggy jeans and get ready to rock. According to a press release, Nimrod Antal’s trippy 3D rock film ‘Metallica Through the Never’ is being [...]

Metallica Pinball Machines: Collect All Three!

Billy Dukes — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:09:34 +0000

Metallica have revealed more details about the upcoming pinball machine that will feature the band and its music. A recently released video from Stern Pinball zips through a highlights reel of behind-the-scenes images, and the band itself has offered a few additional details, including that the machine will be available in three formats.

Duff McKagan, Lars Ulrich + More Appear in Alice In Chains Promotional Video

Dave Lifton — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 20:19:42 +0000

One of the knocks on the grunge scene of the 1990s was that its musicians took themselves way too seriously. However, Seattle's Alice in Chains, one of the defining bands of the genre, are looking to refute that charge thanks to a new video promoting their upcoming release, 'The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here,' which features a handful of classic rockers appearing as themselves.

Metallica's Manager Thinks Justin Bieber Deserves A Spanking

Dave Lifton — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 19:29:57 +0000

In his years as a rock n' roll manager, Peter Mensch has certainly seen more than his share of childish behavior. Now, Mensch, who manages such big names as Metallica and Red Hot Chili Peppers, wants to bring his expertise to help put formerly squeaky-clean pop star Justin Bieber in his proper place.

Metallica and the Beatles Combined on Beatallica's 'Abbey Load' Album

Nick DeRiso — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:44:18 +0000

The Milwaukee-based Beatallica’s latest assault on the delicate sensibilities of Beatles fans arrives with their hilarious new Metallica-meets-the-Fab-Four mash-up ‘Abbey Load.’ This latest effort, which combines Metallica’s lyrics, riffs and a James Hetfield-esque growl with the Beatles’ studio swan song, follows bruising earlier combinations like “The Thing That Should Not Let It Be,” “Fuel on [...]

30 Years Ago: Cliff Burton's First Show With Metallica

Eduardo Rivadavia — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 16:25:54 +0000

On March 5, 1983, a scruffy crew of acne-afflicted youths going by the conspicuous band name of Metallica took a major step towards becoming the kings of thrash metal, when they mounted a stage for the first time alongside new bassist, Cliff Burton. That stage was located in a tiny San Francisco club called The Stone, [...]

Metallica Announces Lineup for 2013 Orion Music + More Festival

Dave Lifton — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:34:34 +0000

Metallica has announced the lineup for the second annual Orion Music + More Festival, which will take place June 8-9 at Belle Isle in Detroit. The metal legends, in addition to Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rise Against, the Deftones and Bassnectar will headline the event.

Metallica to Have Themed Night at San Francisco Giants Game

Dave Lifton — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 23:06:28 +0000

As residents of the Bay Area, Metallica are undoubtedly proud of their San Francisco Giants. Now, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers are joining forces with the 2012 World Series champions for a special Metallica Night at AT&T Park. On Friday, May 3, the band will sing the national anthem and throw out the [...]

Metallica, Tony Iommi, Rob Zombie to Recieve High Honors at 2013 Golden Gods Awards

Billy Dukes — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 22:01:24 +0000

Motorhead, Rush and Aerosmith are amongst the nominees in 11 just-announced categories for the fifth annual Revolver Golden Gods Awards Show, but the highest honors will go to Metallica and Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi, in addition to Rob Zombie. Metallica will also play at the show's live concert on May 2 at Club Nokia in Los Angeles.

Jason Newsted Looks Back on Metallica in New Interview

Jeff Giles — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 17:13:53 +0000

Jason Newsted has been out of Metallica for over a decade, but he'll probably never stop fielding interview questions about his time in the band -- and now that he's out promoting new music, he's answering more of them than ever. Fortunately, as he proved during a recent appearance on the Classic Metal Show (via Bravewords), he's perfectly willing to discuss his years in the trenches with the metal legends.

Metallica's 'Black Album' Certified 16-Times Platinum

Billy Dukes — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 18:02:50 +0000

Metallica's self-titled 1991 record, aka 'The Black Album,' is already the best-selling album of the SoundScan era, and now they're pulling away from the pack. 'Metallica' received its 16-times platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America in December, meaning (as you might guess) that it has surpassed 16 million in sales. The certification was one of 10 awarded to the band last month.

Metallica Move 2013 Orion Music + More Festival to Detroit

Chad Childers — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 18:52:36 +0000

Metallica enjoyed one of the year's bigger single-destination festivals with their inaugural Orion Music + More festival this past June and they now plan on bringing it back for year two … but in a different location. Rather than staging it again in Atlantic City, the band will pack up the festival and move to Detroit for 2013.

Metallica's Kirk Hammett Has No Intention of Retiring

Dave Lifton — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:30:37 +0000

Despite being in the music business for more than 30 years, Metallica's Kirk Hammett has no intention of slowing down. In a new interview, he says that he can envision himself still rocking 20 years from now, as the Rolling Stones are doing.

Hear Metallica, Chickenfoot + More Perform Deep Purple 'Machine Head' Classics From New Covers Album

Ultimate Classic Rock Staff — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 14:00:25 +0000

Based on the six songs we’ve heard so far from the upcoming Deep Purple tribute album ‘Re-Machined: A Tribute to ‘Machine Head’,’ fans are in for a much bigger treat than the sometimes dubious cover album format often delivers. The 10-song collection, which comes out on Sept. 25 in America, features Metallica, Chickenfoot, Iron Maiden, [...]

Bob Seger Loves Metallica's 'Turn The Page' Cover

Kyle Dowling — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 22:00:20 +0000

This year the Songwriters Hall Of Fame inducted legendary recording artist Bob Seger on June 14 during their 43rd annual ceremony and awards presentation. The multi-platinum songwriter was humble in accepting, and performed an inspiring version of his 1973 hit ‘Turn The Page’, perhaps his most known tune.

Metallica's James Hetfield Helps Design Limited-Edition Sutro Sunglasses

Billy Dukes — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 18:00:20 +0000

For years Metallica has been amongst the toughest acts in hard rock, and now they’ve built a pair of sunglasses to rock hard in. James Hetfield has partnered with Sutro Eyeware to create the JH Sutro sunglasses, available in black or tortoise. The band’s merchandise page calls them Hetfield’s “ideal pair of sunglasses.”

Lou Reed & Metallica, 'Lulu' – Album Review

Matthew Wilkening — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 20:00:57 +0000

Lou Reed & Metallica should be commended for so bravely attempting to meld their very different musical approaches on their new collaborative album ‘Lulu.’ However, even though the record works, as a whole, better than the first single ‘The View‘ or the sample clips from earlier in this week may have led us to believe, [...]