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Metallica Pinball Machine Revealed in New Video

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:05:58 +0000

Holy balls! One of the fabled Metallica pinball machines has finally been revealed in full. In a new video posted by Stern Pinball, the entire machine is explained and showcased, with a ton of Metallica tracks and references ripe for the paddling. Metallica revealed last month that custom pinball machines were in the works. The [...]

James Hetfield: Metallica Haven't Even Started Writing for New Album

Chad Childers — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:38:15 +0000

Yes, Metallica do plan on recording a new album, but frontman James Hetfield has reiterated his bandmates' recent statements that the process of putting together the disc has been a slow one. In fact, he reveals that the songwriting portion has yet to even begin.

Metallica Members Rock National Anthem, Throw First Pitch at San Francisco Giants Game

Chad Childers — Sun, 05 May 2013 14:03:39 +0000

This has been a week Metallica will definitely remember for quite some time to come. After receiving a whole lot of love at the 2013 Revolver Golden Gods ceremony Thursday night in Los Angeles, the band headed back to the Bay Area on Friday (May 3) to join their local World Series-winning San Francisco Giants in some very special pre-game festivities.

Metallica's 'Through The Never' Preformed By 6 Year Old (VIDEO)

Kelly West — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:32:34 +0000

Found this video going viral on Facebook and I had to share it on our website! The 6 year old Avery preforms this as if he were the guy who wrote it! Someone on Facebook mentioned that it was proof that Lars from Metallic can play like a 6 year old1 HA Lars is an [...]

Metallica's Orion Music + More Festival Adds Infectious Grooves Reunion, Dead Sara + More

Chad Childers — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:22:28 +0000

Metallica‘s Orion Music + More festival just got a little more awesome with the reveal of several new acts that have been added to the bill. Highlighting the new additions is the reunion of Robert Trujillo’s onetime project Infectious Grooves. The all-star outfit came together back in the ’90s and enjoyed some success while opening [...]

Megadeth's Dave Mustaine Makes Country Album?

Kelly West — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 23:37:04 +0000

I am not sure where the original source is for this news but according to Metal Underground, Dave Mustaine is making a country album with a Mustaine twist!Who knows if this is an April Fools joke or not but honestly not such a bad Idea! He may have had his share of ups and downs [...]

Classic Video of Metallica as Motorhead Tribute Band The Lemmys Posted Online

Chad Childers — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 17:52:35 +0000

There's no doubt that Metallica love Motorhead, and now there's some additional video footage to prove it. Back in 1995, the Metallica members, decked out in long black-haired wigs, took the stage at Los Angeles' Whisky-a-Go-Go to play a set of Motorhead songs in honor of Lemmy Kilmister's 50th birthday. Now, the famous venue has just posted video from the performance on YouTube.

Pantera's Classic Songs Turned Into Lullabies by Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:03:18 +0000

Pantera's music has long served as inspiration for knocking somebody out, but for parents seeking a more responsible method to put their kids to sleep, a new CD, 'Lullaby Versions of Pantera,' has just been released by Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star.

Metallica Tap Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones + More for 2013 Orion Festival

Liz Ramanand — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:17:10 +0000

Metallica started 2013 in a big way by revealing that they would be staging their second annual Orion Music + More Festival in Detroit on June 8 and 9. Now, the band has unveiled the bands that will join them at the two-day extravaganza. Among the acts sharing the stage with Metallica will be Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones, Rise Against and more.

Metallica Deny U.S. Military Contact Regarding Band's Music for Interrogation Purposes

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 18:04:27 +0000

Last week, it was reported that the SEAL Team 6 veteran who claims to have shot and killed Osama Bin Laden also revealed that Metallica requested that their music not be used for military interrogation purposes. Now, Metallica have now come out and stated that they never made such a request.

Metallica Partner With Vans to Introduce New Band-Designed Four-Piece Shoe Line

Chad Childers — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 21:28:20 +0000

The members of Metallica continue their partnership with Vans by introducing four new signature shoes, each designed by one of the members of the band. James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo were all given free reign to choose any Vans style and make it their own by adding their own touches to the design.

2013 Revolver Golden Gods Awards To Honor Metallica, Rob Zombie + Tony Iommi

Chad Childers — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 21:28:14 +0000

The fifth annual Revolver Golden Gods Award Show looks to be the event's biggest ceremony to date, as Metallica, Rob Zombie and Tony Iommi will be among the honorees. This year's Revolver Golden Gods takes place May 2 at Los Angeles' Club Nokia and also features a headlining performance by Metallica.

Wrestler Hulk Hogan Clears Up Metallica Rumors, Reveals He Did Seek Out Bassist Position

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 23:00:33 +0000

The world of metal seems to constantly house some strange stories. Although the real stories are often more inconceivable than the fake ones, wrestler Hulk Hogan has finally given a statement about the rumor that he was once asked by drummer Lars Ulrich to become Metallica's bassist.

Metallica Unveil 3D Movie Title + Release Plans

Chad Childers — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:55:02 +0000

Metallica fans have been patiently waiting, and today (Jan. 15) the band rewarded them with the news that their highly anticipated 3D concert movie will be titled 'Metallica Through the Never.' Plus, the group let it be known that the film will receive a theatrical release on Aug. 9.

James Hetfield Soundboard Great For Killing Time at Work

Todd Lyons — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 18:24:31 +0000

Ever feel the desire to have James Hetfield of Metallica shouting out randomly from the speakers on your computer? Click the link and check out the James Hetfield Soundboard. A Metallica fan with far too much time on their hands lifted Hetfield’s vocals from the songs “Enter Sandman,” and “Fuel” then sliced ‘em into individual [...]

Enter Sandman Played At Wedding Bosa Nova Style

Kelly West — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 22:24:17 +0000

Not sure if the wedding party approved this but who cares! HA It is a great way to slip some Metallica metal in at a wedding! Check it out!

Win Metallica's "Quebec Magnetic" in the Basement!

Timmy!!! — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 03:38:33 +0000

Metallica’s first self-released project under their own label, Blackened Recordings, is finally out in stores, but you can win yours during Timmy’s Basement! Keep listening for details on how you can pick up “Quebec Magnetic“, the double disc DVD that was recorded live over two shows in Quebec City. How good can a Canadian concert [...]

Jason Newsted Finishing First Record With New Self-Titled Band

Chad Childers — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 18:00:11 +0000

Jason Newsted recently re-announced his presence online with a new website and followed that with the revelation that he was fronting a new band that also shared his name. Now the former Metallica bassist has checked in online to let fans know that things are moving along quickly and that his band is close to finishing a new record.

Metallica's James Hetfield + Robert Trujillo Are Characters in New 'Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3′ Pack

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 16:00:29 +0000

Metallica frontman James Hetfield and bassist Robert Trujillo are appearing as characters in ‘Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 HD Revert Pack’ as part of new downloadable content for the game. According to the press release, both Hetfield and Trujillo make surprise appearances as playable characters. So if you ever wanted to “be” the frontman for [...]

10 Awesome Kirk Hammett Guitar Solos

Chuck Armstrong — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 17:48:07 +0000

Metallica have created some of the most critically acclaimed music in the world of rock and metal over the course of three decades. And one of the foundations of their music has been Kirk Hammett's stellar guitar playing. He's behind some of the biggest face-melting tunes in history and he'