The James Hetfield OGV Electra Flying V

The James Hetfield Electra OGV is a fan favourite guitar. In a recent interview with Metallica’s frontman James Hetfield’s guitar tech, Chad Zaemisch, some fascinating details about James Hetfield’s old Electra Flying V guitar came to light. James Hetfield Electra OGV Notably, they acquired a few more of the same model, shedding light on a crucial chapter in the history of rock and roll. This…

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Teeth Week #3: "(Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth" by Metallica - Today's the day!

Teeth Week #3: “(Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth” by Metallica – Today’s the day!

Today’s the day.  I’ve never been put under in my life, so mark this date on your calendar, readers!  If all goes well, I’ll update you on how it went!  In the meantime we’re on the third and most important song for Teeth Week.  It had to be “(Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth” by Metallica today.  No other song would do it. Today’s song was suggested by good friend Married And Heels.  Go ahead and check…

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New Audio: Foo Fighters Release a Socially Conscious Anthem

New Audio: Foo Fighters Release a Socially Conscious Anthem @foofighters @gregkurstin @rcarecords @NastyLittleMan

Early last year, Foo Fighters — Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins, Nate Mendel, Chris Shiflett, Pat Smear, and Rami Jaffee — finished work on what would eventually become their tenth full-length album, the Greg Kurstin and Foo Fighters co-produced Medicine at Midnight. At the time, Grohl and company intended for the album’s release to coincide with a massive world tour that the applauded act was about…

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My Take On Metallica's Being A Band.

My Take On Metallica’s Being A Band.

https://open.spotify.com/show/4Adxscmvu0LeAWt2xA734l They’ve got to be kidding…right? Upon hearing a week ago that Metallica were hosting their own Masterclass series titled Being A Band, I quickly saw just as many eyebrows raised throughout the internet. Nice to know I wasn’t the only one with a brain. Let’s be real: the idea of Metallica teaching ANYONE how to be a band is absolutely…

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Ray Burton, Father of Late Metallica Bassist Cliff Burton, Has Passed away

Ray Burton, Father of Late Metallica Bassist Cliff Burton, Has Passed away

Sad news as Ray Burton, father of the late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton, passed away on Wednesday, January 15. He was 94. Burton’s death was confirmed by his daughter and Cliff’s sister — Connie, who wrote in a social media post earlier today: “To let you all know that my Dad died last Wednesday. Rest in peace Dad.” As shown in Adam Dubin’s 2019 film Murder In The Front Row, Ray and his wife…

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The iconic art of some of Metal’s most influential and highly regarded albums, will be presented in puzzle form for the first timeever. Zee Productions will release the first four classic METALLICA album covers as 500 piece jigsaws: “Kill ‘Em All”, “Ride The Lightning”, “Master Of Puppets” and “And Justice For All” will be released on September 20th. All puzzles come in a vinyl box set sized box, that will fit alongside vinyl record collection.

Metallica “Kill ‘Em All” 500 piece puzzle 390mm x 390mm – RSAW014PZ Metallica “Ride The Lightning” 500 piece puzzle 390mm x 390mm – RSAW015PZ Metallica “Master Of Puppets” 500 piece puzzle 390mm x 390mm – RSAW016PZ Metallica “…And Justice For All” 500 piece puzzle 390mm x 390mm – RSAW017PZ

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Zee Productions To Release Official METALLICA Puzzle Jigsaws The iconic art of some of Metal's most influential and highly regarded albums, will be presented in puzzle form for the first timeever.

Zee Productions to release official METALLICA puzzle jigsaws

The iconic art of some of Metal's most influential and highly regarded albums, will be presented in puzzle form for the first time ever. Zee Productions will release the first four classic Metallica album covers as 500 piece jigsaws.

And puzzle for all: Zee Productions to release official METALLICA puzzle jigsaws.

The iconic art of some of Metal’s most influential and highly regarded albums, will be presented in puzzle form for the first time ever. Zee Productions will release the first four classic Metallica album covers as 500 piece jigsaws: “Kill ‘Em All”, “Ride The Lightning”, “Master Of Puppets” and “And Justice For All”…

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Hardwired... to rise again.

So what's my verdict on the latest #Metallica album? Hardwire yourself to this post and find out.

Metallica fans are divided into two main groups. One group is made of people who heard the “Black album”, snorted and cried “Sellouts!” then vowed never to listen to this band ever!11!!!1!~ The other is made mostly of people who loved the “Black album” and gave the band the chance it so truly deserved. Then came “Load” and “Reload” which further split the camp into the disappointed and the not so…

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Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield

Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield is a new full-color book full of iconic guitars. James Hetfield, the legendary frontman, guitarist, and songwriter for Metallica, offers a captivating insight into his treasured guitar collection, each with its own unique story and significance in his illustrious career. Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield From the iconic Electra OGV that defined…

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LEAK: Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V

The Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V models have been leaked on Reverb and are set to hit the market in two stunning finishes: Ebony and Purple. Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V Based on the iconic late seventies design owned by the legendary Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett, these guitars are a must-have for any guitar aficionado. Let’s dive into the specifications of these extraordinary…

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New Audio: Foo Fighters Release an Enormous, Arena Rock Ripper

New Audio: Foo Fighters Release an Enormous, Arena Rock Ripper @foofighters @gregkurstin @rcarecords @NastyLittleMan

Early last year, Foo Fighters — Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins, Nate Mendel, Chris Shiflett, Pat Smear, and Rami Jaffee — finished work on what would eventually become their tenth full-length album, the Greg Kurstin and Foo Fighters co-produced Medicine at Midnight. Grohl and company originally intended for the album’s release to coincide with a massive world tour that the applauded act was about to…

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New Audio: JOVM Mainstays R.I.P. Releases a Mosh Pit Friendly Ripper

New Audio: JOVM Mainstays R.I.P. Releases a Mosh Pit Friendly Ripper @rippdx @easyriderrecord @usthemgroup

Over the past handful of years, I’ve spilled quite a bit of virtual ink covering  Portland, OR-based doom metal act and JOVM mainstays R.I.P. And as you may recall, with the release of their first two albums, 2016’s In The Wind and 2017 ‘s Street Reaper, the Portland-based doom metal act quickly established a grimy, punishing…

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New Audio: JOVM Mainstays Zig Zags Release a Blistering Headbanger from Fourth Album

New Audio: JOVM Mainstays Zig Zags Release a Blistering Headbanger from Fourth Album @randysezz @easyriderrecord @usthemgroup

Over the years, I’ve written quite a bit about the  Los Angeles-based thrash punk/metal trio and JOVM mainstays  Zig Zags. And as you may recall, the act, which is currently comprised of founding member Jed Maheu (guitar, vocals), Dane Andrews (drums) and longtime sound engineer, multi-instrumentalist Sean Hoffman (bass) over the course of their eight-plus year have gone through a series of…

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New Audio: JOVM Mainstays R.I.P. Return with an Epic, Mind-Altering Bit of Thrash Metal

New Audio: JOVM Mainstays R.I.P. Return with an Epic, Mind-Altering Bit of Thrash Metal

Now, over the past year or so, Portland, OR-based doom metal quartet, R.I.P has added themselves to a lengthy and eclectic list of mainstay artists I’ve written about throughout the history of this site. And as you may recall, the quartet’s highly-anticipated sophomore effort is slated for an October 13, 2017 release through…

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Father’s Day With Ray Burton Special post today to honour Father's Day, here is an interview with one of the most known dads in the metal world.