Metallica released their first music video 35 years ago. This is how it ruined my life. By Simon Young published 22 January 25 A Metal Hammer writer looks back on the scarring effects of the video for Metallica’s One, which debuted on January 22, 1989
“They were a gang!” The first band Metallica supported on tour didn’t think the thrashers had a chance in hell of making it big By Matt Mills published 21 January 25 “‘Do you see them in 10 years being the greatest thing since sliced bread?’ No, not a chance!”
“I like to push some of those buttons. I like the fact that people have a problem with what we’re doing”: How Metallica kicked back against the 1990s haters with Reload By Dan Silver published 12 January 25 Haters gonna hate – but with 1997’s Reload album, Metallica just didn’t care
Metallica’s James Hetfield names who he deems the “master craftsman at lyrics” – and it’s not a metal musician By Matt Mills published 10 January 25 The Metallica man discusses all things lyric-writing during the latest Metallica Report podcast
“Dave Mustaine can’t help but stick his foot in his mouth”: Slayer’s Kerry King explains his relationships with Metallica members old and new By Matt Mills published 9 January 25 The Slayer guitarist reveals he’ll spend 20 minutes with Dave Mustaine but then “bolt just before anything gets uncomfortable”
"James and I have talked about it...kind of." Could James Hetfield and Jerry Cantrell make an album together one day? By Merlin Alderslade published 6 January 25 Alice In Chains' Jerry Cantrell has discussed the possibility of collaborating with James Hetfield
Why Robert Trujillo hasn’t written much Metallica music: “These guys write amazing songs, and I’m not going to suddenly insert myself” By Matt Mills published 30 December 24 The bassist has co-written only a handful of Metallica tracks since joining the metal titans in 2003
Lars Ulrich embarrassed Biohazard's Billy Graziadei in front of his friends – but quickly made up for it in style By Stef Lach published 21 December 24 Biohazard man called Metallica drummer out after nightclub incident and landed a coveted tour support slot
Watch pro-shot footage of Metallica's full performance at 2024 Helping Hands concert in Los Angeles By Stef Lach published 20 December 24 Metallica release video of entire charity show – including acoustic and electric performance by thrash giants
According to a new study, these are the 10 most popular rock band tattoos By Paul Brannigan published 19 December 24 Study reveals the top 10 rock bands inspiring tattoos globally
The history of heavy metal to be explored in new documentary series 'Into the Void' By Stef Lach published 17 December 24 Creators of Hulu documentary series vow to go "beyond the mystique" of stars who helped shape metal
The numbers are in on the biggest grossing tours of 2024 By Fraser Lewry published 15 December 24 It's not just Taylor Swift making money out there
“A good heavy metal song is like a good horror movie, and vice versa. Heavy metal sounds evil and horror movies are evil!“: Inside Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett’s lifelong love of horror By Dom Lawson published 15 December 24 When it comes to horror Metallica’s Kirk Hammett is the man
Watch Metallica perform rarities at 2024 Helping Hands event in Los Angeles By Stef Lach published 14 December 24 The 4th edition of Metallica's Helping Hands charity show featured guest appearance from Pearl Jam's Jeff Ament
“He kept sneaking into our studio and hanging out with us. And then, the minder would come in like, ‘Have you seen Ozzy?’” Metallica’s Robert Trujillo explains how he met Ozzy Osbourne By Matt Mills published 9 December 24 Apparently the Prince Of Darkness enjoyed wandering off when he was supposed to be recording music…
"It's a beautiful song with a bit of a dark edge." Comic Chris McCausland on why he chose Metallica's Nothing Else Matters for his latest performance on Strictly Come Dancing By Stef Lach published 8 December 24 Watch Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell wow the Strictly judges with Viennese Waltz set to Metallica classic
“I just see a pie hit me in the grill”: Metallica’s Robert Trujillo on the rock legend who caked him in the face onstage By Niall Doherty published 7 December 24 It was the Metallica man’s birthday and an iconic rock veteran wanted to make sure it was properly celebrated
Sick New World 2025 cancelled with organisers citing "unforeseen circumstances" By Stef Lach published 30 November 24 Las Vegas festival Sick New World was due to feature Metallica, Linkin Park and more
Amazon is offering 3-for-2 on more than 1,000 gifts this Black Friday, including 10 of my favourite rock and metal albums By Matt Mills published 30 November 24 Linkin Park’s Hybrid Theory, Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours and Metallica’s Black Album aren’t just generational albums – they can be bought cheap in this massive deal for Amazon US customers
10 brilliant vinyl deals you won't want to miss this Black Friday By Rich Hobson published 29 November 24 From legendary Metallica albums to landmark releases from Oasis, Green Day, Type O Negative and more, you need to check out these massive deals
