Metallica Archives
Metallica Release Abu Dhabi “Master of Puppets” Performance From F1 Weekend
Metallica deliver a heavy, nine minute performance of Master of Puppets live in Abu Dhabi during the Formula 1 weekend.
Robert Trujillo Drops a Heavy, Unrelenting Bass Hammer with Metallica in Melbourne’s “Seek & Destroy”
Rob Trujillo brings a powerful low end to Metallica’s new Seek and Destroy release, digging in on his gold Warwick during the band’s high energy Melbourne performance.
Inside Metallica’s Intimate Amagansett Gig: A Bass-Focused Look at “Master of Puppets”
A rare small-venue performance of Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” from 2025 spotlights Robert Trujillo’s commanding bass tone on his Warwick 4-string.
Throwback Alert: Metallica Unleashes Lost “Breadfan” Video from ‘95 Newsted Era
Metallica has unveiled a 1995 performance of “Breadfan” from Donington Park, featuring Jason Newsted in one of the band’s loudest and loosest live moments.
Pantera’s 2025 Reunion Rolls On: Summer Tour Includes Metallica, Suicidal Tendencies, Amon Amarth, Black Sabbath, Ozzy & Slayer
Pantera’s reunion continues into 2025 with a summer tour featuring Metallica, Suicidal Tendencies, Amon Amarth, Slayer, Black Sabbath & more.
Metallica Extends M72 World Tour Into 2025
Metallica is extending its M72 World Tour into 2025 with a new set of North American dates. The band will be supported by Pantera, Suicidal Tendencies, Limp Bizkit, and Ice Nine Kills.
Metallica Launches Online Museum with Cliff Burton Exhibit
Metallica’s online museum, called The Metallic Black Box, has just moved to its official website, and it has launched its first exhibit. “Orion: A Tribute to Cliff Burton” is an online exhibit that honors the life and legacy of the band’s iconic bassist.
Cliff Burton Biography Gets Expanded Third Edition
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Metallica’s debut studio album, “Kill ‘Em All.” To coincide with the event, Joel McIver’s definitive biography of bassist Cliff Burton is getting a new edition.
Metallica Announces New Album, Tour Dates with Pantera
Metallica has big news to share. First up is a new studio album, “72 Seasons,” which is slated to drop in April 2023. They debuted the first single, “Lux Aeterna,” which clearly has an old-school Metallica sound. The band also announced a tour.
Metallica Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Self-Titled Album with Remaster, Covers Record
Metallica’s self-titled album, aka “The Black Album”, is one of the best-selling records of all time. Now the band is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a reissue that’s remastered and available in multiple configurations.
Metallica Releases “S&M2”
Metallica has returned with a new album and concert film of epic proportions. “S&M2” is their second live release alongside the San Francisco Symphony is taken from a set of concerts last year marking the 20th anniversary of the original.
Scott Pingel and Lars Ulrich: Anesthesia (Pulling Teeth)
Metallica teamed up with the San Francisco Symphony recently to tackle the metal juggernaut’s hits. One of the most jaw-dropping performances included symphony bassist Scott Pingel on an EUB, with an open improv that turned into “Anesthesia (Pulling Teeth).”