Metallica: James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett enjoy Judas Priest show at Power Trip
James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett of Metallica were photographed enjoying the Judas Priest show at Power Trip this past weekend…
Which metal band has sold the most albums?
Discover which metal band has sold the most albums in history, plus a list of all their…
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. Continue Reading →
Where did the name Metallica come from? Lars Ulrich explains.
Lars Ulrich recently appeared on the SmartLess podcast and once again shared how the name Metallica came about. Learn more.
Metallica: James Hetfield thought "Enter Sandman" wasn't "that good"
"Enter Sandman" is one of Metallica's and metal's greatest songs, but James Hetfield wasn't too thrilled about it…
Metallica releases second music video for “Too Far Gone?” featuring Brazilian skateboarder.
Metallica has released a second music video for "Too Far Gone?", from the album '72 Seasons' (2023), featuring Brazilian skateboarder and athlete Felipe Nunes. Continue Reading →
James Hetfield tests positive for Covid and Metallica postpones show.
Check out Metallica's post which, in addition to information about the postponement, shows the result of the Covid test on…
Metallica: “Nothing Else Matters” reaches 1 billion streams on Spotify
Metallica's classic ballad "Nothing Else Matters" has just reached the milestone of 1 billion streams on Spotify.
Metallica breaks Taylor Swift's record and plays to 78,000 people in Los Angeles.
Metallica surpassed Taylor Swift last weekend, setting a record attendance at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Continue Reading →
Metallica: Lars Ulrich answers which is the best and worst album he has ever recorded.
Lars Ulrich, drummer and co-founder of the band Metallica, answered in an interview what the best and worst albums he ever...
Metallica: 20 songs the band has never played live
Find out which songs were left out of Metallica's setlists during the band's four decades of history.
Metallica fans have caused damage to event venues over the years; Lars Ulrich comments on this on Conan's show.
Metallica fans cause damage at event venues during several shows, resulting in a reaction from Lars Ulrich on Conan O'Brien's show. Learn more about the incidents and… Continue Reading →
Metallica plays “Too Far Gone?” live for the first time; check out the video
Metallica performed “Too Far Gone?” for the first time last Sunday, the 6th. The track is part of their most recent album…
Korn, Papa Roach, and Deftones are the "next Metallica," says Jacoby Shaddix.
Asked about the future of rock and metal in large-scale tours, Jacoby Shaddix seemed confident about which bands will…
Metallica in Brazilian cinemas: shows from the '72 Seasons Tour' will be screened in the country.
Movie screenings featuring two Metallica concerts will be held in August; see dates, locations, and where to buy tickets. Continue Reading →
Metallica releases live EP 'The Amsterdam Sessions'; find out how to listen.
Last Wednesday, the 14th, Metallica surprised fans with the release of the EP The Amsterdam Sessions, available exclusively via Amazon Music.
Metallica is coming to Brazil on tour in 2024, says journalist
According to journalist José Norberto Flesch, Metallica is expected to perform in Brazil again in 2024. Learn more.
Lars Ulrich sees 'Stranger Things' as a gateway to Metallica's sound.
According to Lars Ulrich, the series 'Stranger Things' opened doors for Metallica's music to reach new generations of fans. Check it out here! Continue Reading →
Metallica disagrees with fans about the B-side track from 'Ride The Lightning': "It's not good"
Metallica makes no secret of their dislike for a B-side track that fans have started requesting at concerts; find out which one…
Robert Trujillo reveals his favorite Metallica album: "It has everything I love."
In an interview with Rocket Beans TV, bassist Robert Trujillo chose which Metallica album he would listen to for the rest of his life…
Metallica: The band's best songs compiled into a playlist.
The 'Best of Metallica' playlist is available on Spotify and Deezer, featuring the band's best hits and new songs from the album '72 Seasons'. Continue Reading →
Motörhead releases rare cover of Metallica's "Enter Sandman"
Motörhead has released a rare cover of Metallica's "Enter Sandman," recorded in 1998, on digital platforms.
Metallica: Watch Lars Ulrich perform classics on the band's new world tour.
With a privileged vantage point thanks to the design of Metallica's new stage, fan footage shows Lars Ulrich performing.
Metallica kicks off world tour in Amsterdam; photos and setlist
Metallica kicked off their 'M72 World Tour' at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, Netherlands, last Thursday, the 27th. Continue Reading →
Jason Newsted discusses his "abusive" relationship with Metallica in a rare 1986 interview.
Newly arrived in Metallica after the death of Cliff Burton, the bassist spoke about his relationship with his new bandmates in one of the…
Metallica releases animated music video for “Inamorata”; watch it here.
Metallica has released an animated music video for the song "Inamorata," from their recently released album '72 Seasons'. Watch it here!
Metallica releases animated music video for “Crown Of Barbed Wire”; watch it.
Metallica has released an animated music video for the song "Crown Of Barbed Wire," from their recently released album '72 Seasons'. Continue Reading →
Metallica and the band's pure formula on the album '72 Seasons'
This week's Wikimetal Recommends is a reminder: listen to '72 Seasons', Metallica's eleventh album.
Metallica recorded '72 Seasons' "without any fighting," says Lars Ulrich
Lars Ulrich commented on the relatively smooth process of making 72 Seasons, compared to the rest of Metallica's discography.
Metallica performs “If Darkness Had A Son” on Jimmy Kimmel; watch
Metallica performed the song "If Darkness Had A Son" from the album '72 Seasons' on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Check it out here. Continue Reading →