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'Metallica: The Complete Illustrated History' Coming in November

Jeff Giles — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:29:33 +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 historyâ€™s most [...]

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

Jeff Giles — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:32:06 +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 Planning Something Big for Tuesday

Joe Robinson — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:00:46 +0000

Metallica have something big scheduled for Tuesday (Feb. 7) at 11 AM PT (2 PM ET), although what it is exactly is totally up in the air. The metal mavens have posted a 34-second teaser video featuring footage of fans cheering at a concert, with the phrase “You’ve seen them at festivals across the world” [...]

Metallica Release Previously Unheard Song 'Hate Train'

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:56:58 +0000

Metallica are offering up what can be considered a sonic Christmas gift for fans. A studio version of the previously unheard song ‘Hate Train’ from the ‘Death Magnetic’ sessions has popped up online, at the same time the band played it at the first of their recent 30th anniversary shows.

Metallica Enlists Ozzy Osbourne, Lemmy for 30th Anniversary Concerts

Jeff Giles — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:24:40 +0000

To celebrate three decades as a band, the members of Metallica expect to spend the week jamming with some very special guests — including Ozzy Osbourne and Lemmy Kilmister of Motorhead.

Metallica to Perform 'Black Album' in Its Entirety in 2012

Jeff Giles — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 09:30:53 +0000

In news that should prove far more exciting for Metallica fans than their recent collaboration with Lou Reed, the metal legends have announced plans to perform their multi-platinum self-titled effort — commonly referred to as ‘The Black Album’ — in its entirety next year.

Rick Rubin Talks New Records from Metallica, Chili Peppers, ZZ Top, and More

Jeff Giles — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 16:45:51 +0000

He’s been one of the most sought-after producers in rock for 25 years — and now that he’s also co-chairman of Columbia Records, Rick Rubin is also one of the busiest, with his hands in a dizzying list of current and upcoming projects.

Rubin discussed a number of those albums during a recent Billboard interview, conducted to celebrate the huge success of Columbia artist Adele’s new album, ’21′ (which, yes, Rubin co-produced). Up next on the schedule is the latest Red Hot Chili Peppers release, which he describes as a “Red Hot Chili Peppers that you’ve never heard before.”

Lou Reed and Metallica to Release New Album Together

Jeff Giles — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:30:41 +0000

Aside from their shared love of the color black, Lou Reed and Metallica don’t have much in common – Metallica are heavy metal heroes, and Reed is the unofficial poet laureate of New York. Despite the differences, the band and Reed have announced yesterday they’ve recorded an album together. Reed told Ultimate Classic Rock all [...]

They are Never Seen in the Same Place at the Same Time

freeloader — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 17:30:04 +0000

Maybe I’ve been listening to too much Metallica or maybe I’m just bored here at work and wish I could watch the game….you be the judge! I don’t think these two have ever been in the same place at the same time. Metallica’s 2010 schedule doen’t even have a sunday date hmmmm….

Why Metallica Rocks So Hard!

freeloader — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 16:15:30 +0000

Kirk gets his kicks in (watch for the kid in the front row).