James Hetfield was born in Downey, California, U.S., on August 3rd, 1963, which makes him 61 years old as of 2024. He’s got a mix of English, German, Irish, and Scottish roots. Growing up in a strict Christian Science household, his parents’ aversion to medical treatment shaped the lyrics of Metallica’s “Dyers Eve” and “The…
In this article, we uncover a surprising connection among famous Metallica fans who, beyond their public facades, proudly declare themselves devoted Metallica fans. You shall read about Demi Lovato’s unexpected embrace of deathcore, Stephen King’s rock and roll tweets, and Jim Carrey’s venture into guttural vocals. Demi Lovato’s evolution from “Barney & Friends” to chart-topping…
Metallica, an iconic name in the music world, stands as a leading figure in the heavy metal genre. While some may ponder whether Metallica is purely heavy metal or bridges the gap into rock, their influence on the heavy metal movement is undeniable. Despite their roots in the thrash metal scene of the 1980s, Metallica’s…
Metallica, one of the most iconic metal bands in history, has had its share of ups and downs since the group’s formation in 1981. One of the most significant events in the band’s early years was when guitarist Dave Mustaine was kicked out of Metallica in 1983 due to his excessive alcohol consumption, substance abuse,…
Metallica’s revenue streams are diverse, including album sales, touring, merchandise, and royalties. The distribution of this income among band members tends to vary based on several factors, such as individual contributions to the songwriting process, live performances, and other band-related activities. While Metallica remains privy to the actual split, like most bands, Metalica splits their money…
The best covers of Metallica songs are also a great opportunity to talk about the band itself. Metallica started in California in the early 80s and cemented its place as one of the perennial thrash metal groups of its time. The band led by guitarist and singer James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich dominated the…
Metallica is among the famous heavy metal bands of the 1980s. Present and past bands love their songs so much that they’ve made their versions of Metallica’s songs. These covers are essential as they are tributes to Metallica’s music from different rock bands worldwide. Many of these bands have given Metallica’s songs their special touch….
Metallica fans around the world won’t have to worry about missing out on their favorite rock band. Their current M72 World Tour tour isn’t scheduled to end until September 2024. The M72 World Tour kicked off on April 27 last year to support their 11th studio album, “72 Seasons“. They have already played in 11…
With decades of heavy metal and rock music at our fingertips, it’s hard to miss some of the biggest fails in music history. However, there are actually quite a few that bands and hardcore fans themselves have deemed a complete fail. Here are the top 12 worst rock and heavy metal albums in music history:…