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10 Years Ago: Metallica's 'St. Anger' Released

Eduardo Rivadavia — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 13:41:49 +0000

It was 10 years ago today — June 5, 2003 — that the world’s biggest heavy metal band, Metallica, released their first studio album in six years, to the incalculable excitement (and relief) of millions of patient fans. Then these fans actually listened to ‘St. Anger’… ‘Tis said the measure of any work of art [...]

Metallica Bring 'Globe of Death' to Orion Festival

Jeff Giles — Wed, 29 May 2013 12:34:48 +0000

“You’ve seen it on the Map, and have surely wondered: What on earth is the Globe of Death?” So begins the latest intriguing message from the organizers at Metallica‘s Orion Music + More Festival, scheduled to return this year on June 8 and 9 at Belle Isle Park in Detroit, Mich. So what on earth [...]

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

Damon Houx — Thu, 23 May 2013 07:50:11 +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.

Rob Halford Joins Metallica Onstage for Judas Priest Cover

Jeff Giles — Fri, 03 May 2013 13:27:44 +0000

'Revolver' magazine's fifth-annual Golden Gods Awards, held last night, featured Metallica as the night's headliners. They were joined onstage by special guest Rob Halford, who led the metal giants through a surprise performance of Judas Priest's 'Rapid Fire'.

Metallica Announce 'Through the Never' Movie Release Dates

Mary Ouellette — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:51:56 +0000

As Metallica continue to put the finishing touches on their upcoming film ‘Metallica Through the Never,’ some exciting new details have been revealed. With a debut date of Sept. 27, the movie will have a banner premiere week taking over every IMAX theater from coast to coast with exclusive screenings of the monster 3D film.

Metallica Pinball Machines: Collect All Three!

Billy Dukes — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:09:34 +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.

Metallica Pinball Machine Announced

Billy Dukes — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:35:19 +0000

Pinball may never rock as hard as it will with Metallica's greatest hits coming from the machine's speakers. There's no timetable, but a new video from Stern Pinball revealed the Metallica pinball machine today. James Hetfield introduces a fast-paced montage of images that give fans a quick glimpse of what the machine will look like.

'Metallica: The Complete Illustrated History' Coming in November

Jeff Giles — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 19:29:33 +0000

If you really love rock books but don’t enjoy all that, y’know, reading, good news: The next entry in Voyageur Press’ ‘Complete Illustrated History’ series is on its way. BraveWords contributor Martin Popoff has compiled ‘Metallica: The Complete Illustrated History,’ offering what the publisher promises will be “the authoritative tribute to one of history’s most [...]

Metallica Promising 'Different Sounds' on Next Album

Dave Lifton — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:18:26 +0000

Metallica aren't sure when their next album will be out, but James Hetfield can promise that it will be a diverse collection of songs. In a new interview, the singer suggests that, true to form, fans can expect the unexpected when they finally get around to creating the follow-up to 2008's 'Death Magnetic.'

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 Says They Did Not Ask the Military to Stop Using Their Music

Dave Lifton — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:51:46 +0000

As it turns out, Metallica had not asked the U.S. Navy to not use their music on detainees in preparation for what some called “torture” and others called “enhanced interrogation techniques.” The band categorically denied that they had any contact with the military on such matters. In a post called ‘Clearing the Air’ that appeared [...]

3D Metallica Concert Movie Coming In August

Eric Walkuski — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 20:30:52 +0000

Why should the Justin Biebers and Jonas Brothers of the world be the only ones getting 3D concert films? If you’ve been yearning a hard-pounding in the theater, spread your ear-holes for the 3D concert film, ‘Metallica: Through the Never.’ Our friends over at Ultimate Classic Rock reported on this documentary, which was filmed in [...]

Jason Newsted Looks Back on Metallica in New Interview

Jeff Giles — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:13:53 +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 Lars Ulrich Offers Update on 'Energetic' New Album Sessions

Chad Childers — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 20:27:45 +0000

Metallica are just starting in on their follow-up to the 2008 album ‘Death Magnetic’ and drummer Lars Ulrich says that the early sessions are revealing a “heavy, energetic” vibe for the forthcoming release. In the new Metal Hammer issue, due at newsstands this Wednesday and excerpted by Blabbermouth, Ulrich says, “The stuff that we were [...]

Metallica Take Control of Master Recordings, Form New Record Label

Billy Dukes — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 15:33:29 +0000

Metallica now answer to no one. After a 28-year relationship with Warner Music the hugely popular heavy metal band has formed their own record label, which will now house all of their master ("...master!") recordings, including songs and long form videos. Moving forward all releases will be under the Blackened Recordings banner.

Metallica Reveal 'Quebec Magnetic' DVD/Blu-ray Details

Jeff Giles — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 13:21:59 +0000

In a message posted on the band’s official website, Metallica has revealed the track listing and artwork for its upcoming live DVD/Blu-ray — as well as its new North American label. Titled ‘Quebec Magnetic,’ the concert film is set to arrive in stores on Dec. 10 — and in what the band understatedly referred to [...]

Metallica Offer Free Download of Orion Music + More Soundcheck

Chad Childers — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 01:30:55 +0000

Metallica have been very forthcoming with material from their Orion Music + More festival earlier this year, and they’re now sharing a portion of the music weekend that not many got a chance to see — their soundcheck. The group recorded their entire June 22 pre-show soundcheck and it’s now available as a free download [...]

Metallica Expands 'Kill 'Em All' Line of Vans Shoe Designs

Jeff Giles — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 15:32:06 +0000

The guys in Metallica must be enjoying their stint as shoe designers at Vans, because they’ve just expanded their upcoming line of special edition sneakers with the last installment now arriving next spring. As announced in July, the band is collaborating with Vans on a limited run of shoes timed to celebrate the 30th anniversary [...]

Metallica Offers Free 1984 Concert Download as Tribute to Cliff Burton

Kyle Dowling — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:50:58 +0000

The world of Metallica was rocked on Sept. 27, 1986, when the band's bassist -- Cliff Burton -- was killed in a bus accident. He joined up with the group just four years earlier, but in that time,

Metallica Guitarist Kirk Hammett Schedules Book Signings for 'Too Much Horror Business'

Jeff Giles — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 02:55:17 +0000

Ever wonder what your favorite rock stars do with all that downtime between albums? Well, Metallica's Kirk Hammett went and wrote himself a book -- and if you live in the New York, San Francisco, or Los Angeles area, soon you'll have a chance to have him sign it in person.