How Metallica Won Over Bob Rock With ‘Sad but True’How Metallica Won Over Bob Rock With ‘Sad but True’Superproducer said 'Black Album' single could be "the 'Kashmir' of the '90s."Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Metallica Announces ’72 Seasons’ Global Premiere Listening PartyMetallica Announces ’72 Seasons’ Global Premiere Listening PartyThe album will play in cinemas worldwide with each song featuring a music video and band commentary.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
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
Does ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Episode 1 Title Hint at Eddie Munson’s Return? Metallica Theory Takes Hold on TikTokDoes ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Episode 1 Title Hint at Eddie Munson’s Return? Metallica Theory Takes Hold on TikTokSeason 5 Episode 1 is titled "The Crawl."Taylor Alexis HeadyTaylor Alexis Heady
Metallica Resented Jason Newsted for Quitting, Says Lars UlrichMetallica Resented Jason Newsted for Quitting, Says Lars UlrichJames Hetfield also reflects on why they didn't fight to keep bassist who left in 2001.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Metallica’s Real-Life ‘Spinal Tap’ Moment at Wembley StadiumMetallica’s Real-Life ‘Spinal Tap’ Moment at Wembley StadiumGuitarist Kirk Hammett was afraid he was going to "screw it up" during the band's big moment.Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw
James Hetfield Moved to Tears by Elton John’s PraiseJames Hetfield Moved to Tears by Elton John’s PraiseEnglish rock icon called the heavy metal band's "Nothing Else Matters" “one of the best songs ever written.”Corey IrwinCorey Irwin