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Metallica, Hellyeah, Iron Maiden Members + More Set for ‘That Metal Show’ Season 10
Season 10 of VH1 Classic's 'That Metal Show' -- yes, it's the 10th round already -- is teeming with an impressive list of guests. The metal-themed talk show airs Saturday nights at 11 PM ET on VH1 Classic and is hosted by Eddie Trunk, Don Jamieson and Jim Florentine. Season 10 premieres on March 31, with Metallica's Lars Ulrich and Machine Head's Robb Flynn as the featured guests.
Metallica ‘Beyond Magnetic’ EP to Be Issued on Silver Vinyl
Metallica's 'Beyond Magnetic' EP will see release in another format: silver vinyl. At first, the EP was digital only and then issued on CD. Now, to celebrate Record Store Day, the metal monoliths will release the EP on wax of the silver sort. Record Store Day is April 21, so look for it at your favorite mom and pop record retailer then, or via their website.
Metallica Orion Music + More Festival Promoter Talks Diverse Lineup
Metallica announced their own Orion Music + More Festival earlier this month, which offers an incredibly eclectic and not exactly metallic lineup. Drummer Lars Ulrich addressed the diversity of the bill immediately, since the band pretty much knew fans might be scratching their heads about a lineup featuring Metallica thrashing about alongside indie acts like Modest Mouse and Best Coast. Ulrich sa
Metallica Frontman James Hetfield Throws Rocks at Paparazzi in Uruguay
Don't mess with James Hetfield when he's on vacation and trying to ride a moped with his son. We already know that the Metallica frontman rocks, but now he throws 'em, too! Hetfield and his family retreated to Punta del Este, Uruguay to celebrate the Christmas holiday and enjoy a little R&R. That didn't stop the paparazzi in the country from tailing the frontman and that's when things got a li
Metallica Share Video Footage of Third Anniversary Show
Metallica may have held four anniversary shows in San Francisco specifically for fan club members earlier this month, but the Four Horsemen are certainly doing their part to engage non fan club members by sharing bits and pieces of the shows. That way, the rest of their massive global fan base can feel a part of the fun. The band has now shared 30 minutes of video footage from the Dec. 9 show, the
Slash, Jimmy Page, Slayer’s Kerry King + More Offer Video Tributes to Metallica on 30th Anniversary
If you missed Metallica's quartet of 30th anniversary shows last week, the band is sharing bits and pieces from the extravaganza with fans. In addition to releasing the 'Beyond Magnetic' EP, featuring songs from the 'Death Magnetic' sessions that were performed live last week, the band has posted the testimonials played during the shows on their website.
Metallica Release ‘Beyond Magnetic’ EP
With Metallica's intimate, 30th anniversary shows in San Francisco now in the rear view, leaving indelible memories for those who attended and causing those who couldn't make it to curse their fate, the band is continuing the celebration with a special EP.
Metallica Perform with Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Mustaine + More at Final Anniversary Show
Metallica played their fourth and final "intimate" anniversary show for fan club members last night (Dec. 10) at the Fillmore in San Francisco. The band has been performing and releasing previously unheard songs from 2008's 'Death Magnetic' with each show as well as inviting some key guests from 'Tallica's history to perform with them. Last night, they debuted 'Rebel of Babylon' and brou
Green Day Fill in For Jane’s Addiction, Pay Tribute to Metallica With Misfits Cover
Green Day have been busy lately. In addition to filling in for Jane's Addiction at the Not So Silent Night gig in their native Nor Cal on Dec. 9, since Jane's had to bail due to a severe illness that has befallen a member of Stephen Perkins' family, the band also wished Metallica a happy 30th anniversary in the most creative of fashions. Forget a generic Hallmark greeting card or an e card. Green
Metallica Release Third Previously Unheard ‘Death Magnetic’ Song
Metallica are behaving like Santa this holiday season, generously doling out previously unreleased songs from the 'Death Magnetic' sessions. They are essentially sonic presents! The latest new-yet-old song is 'Hell and Back,' which dropped last night after the band performed the song at its third (of four) anniversary show underplays for fan club members at the Fillmore in San Francisco. It's 'Tal