James Hetfield cites Cliff Burton as a creative influence for Metallica.
James Hetfield, frontman of Metallica, mentions how the late former bassist Cliff Burton influences the band today. During The…
Metallica launches exhibition of Cliff Burton, bassist who passed away in 1986.
Metallica announced an online exhibition honoring Cliff Burton, the band's bassist who tragically passed away in 1986.
Apocalyptica pays homage to Cliff Burton with a cover of "The Call of Ktulu"
Apocalyptica releases a cover of Metallica's "The Call of Ktulu" and pays homage to Cliff Burton with the original bass lines. Continue Reading →
The death of Cliff Burton: bus accident, mourning, and his legacy in Metallica.
In 1986, Cliff Burton died at only 24 years old while traveling to Metallica's next show; remember him.
Cliff Burton is honored with a new collectible action figure.
A new Cliff Burton action figure is on the way, produced by Super7. The replica of the former Metallica bassist…
Robert Trujillo made a promise to Cliff Burton before joining Metallica: "I will do my best."
Robert Trujillo revealed a moment of connection with the late Cliff Burton before joining Metallica in 2003. Continue Reading →
Cliff Burton: Museum about Metallica bassist to open in Sweden
Cliff Burton, the unforgettable bassist of Metallica, will be honored with a museum in Sweden, near the site of his death.
Cliff Burton is honored at an event that lasted four hours; watch it.
Bassist Cliff Burton was honored at an online event to celebrate what would have been his 60th birthday.
Cliff Burton is honored with an exclusive doll; see photo.
Super 7, a company specializing in pop culture miniatures, will release a figurine in homage to Cliff Burton, former bassist of Metallica. Continue Reading →
Frank Bello recalls the last words he said to Cliff Burton: "It still haunts me."
In a recent interview, Frank Bello shared his last memory of Cliff Burton before his tragic death…
Cliff Burton's old t-shirt is returned to his family after 35 years.
An old 'Dawn of the Dead' t-shirt worn by Cliff Burton has been returned to the late bassist's family after…
Jason Newsted met Cliff Burton's mother during a Metallica audition: "I'll never forget it."
Jason Newsted, former Metallica bassist, performed classic songs from the band for Cliff Burton's parents during a trial. Continue Reading →
Cliff Burton's farewell: Remember the bassist's last photos at a Metallica show.
Cliff Burton did a photoshoot with Metallica the day before his death; see the photos and footage from their last show.
Cliff Burton and Eddie Van Halen are the subject of Wikimetal's new podcast; listen now.
In episode #332 of the Wikimetal podcast, the editorial team pays tribute to Cliff Burton (Metallica) and Eddie Van Halen (Van Halen)...
Cliff Burton: Watch virtual event honoring the late Metallica bassist.
The life and career of the legendary Cliff Burton was celebrated in a special virtual event that you can watch here. Continue Reading →
Metallica gets collectible figurines featuring the 'Master of Puppets' lineup.
Metallica has announced a partnership with the puppet company Brokker to celebrate their latest album, Master of Puppets…
Metallica pays tribute to the late Ray Burton, father of Cliff Burton.
Metallica posted a tribute on their official website to the father of the late bassist Cliff Burton, Ray Burton, who died in…
Metallica releases audio from their first show with Cliff Burton in 1983.
Metallica has released audio from Cliff Burton's first show with the band in 1983. The performance has become rare because it also features Dave Mustaine. Continue Reading →
Cliff Burton's sister talks about the musician in a documentary.
Watch The Salvation Kingdom, a documentary that tells the stories of former Metallica bassist Cliff Burton, as told by his older sister…
Metallica pays tribute to Cliff Burton at concert in Italy; watch it.
Metallica performed in Italy last Saturday, the 10th, the day that would have marked the 56th birthday of the late bassist Cliff Burton…
Lars Ulrich pays tribute to Cliff Burton on his birthday.
Read Lars' message to Cliff Burton on February 10th, the birthday of the bassist who recorded Metallica's first 3 albums. Continue Reading →
Cliff Burton's father talks about the creation of "Cliff Burton Day" in his hometown.
Cliff Burton was honored in his hometown of Castro Valley, California, and his father spoke about it. Check it out here!
Metallica: “Cliff Burton Day” is officially created in his hometown.
Cliff Burton, bassist for the original Metallica lineup, was honored three decades after his death with the creation of "Day of the Dead"...
The official holiday “Cliff Burton Day” is about to be created.
See how you can help by signing the online petition to have "Cliff Burton Day" approved as a holiday on February 6th. Continue Reading →
Kirk Hammett and Lars Ulrich talk about their last show with Cliff Burton.
In an interview with Rolling Stone, Kirk Hammett and Lars Ulrich talked about Metallica's last show…
Cliff Burton's 11 best performances with Metallica
This week in the TOP 11, we celebrate the career of Cliff Burton, who, thirty years after his death, remains irreplaceable.