Metallica

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The band was formed in 1981 in Los Angeles by vocalist and guitarist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich. The band’s fast tempos, instrumentals and aggressive musicianship made them one of the founding “big four” bands of thrash metal, alongside Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer. Metallica’s current lineup comprises founding members and primary songwriters Hetfield and Ulrich, longtime lead guitarist Kirk Hammett and bassist Robert Trujillo. Guitarist Dave Mustaine, who formed Megadeth after being fired from Metallica, and bassists Ron McGovney, Cliff Burton and Jason Newsted are former members of the band. [Read more HERE]

"She Said Yes": James Hetfield Confirms Engagement with Underwater Proposal

James Hetfield is entering a new chapter in his personal life. The Metallica frontman has announced his engagement to Adriana Gillett, sharing the mom...

Mar 17, 2026

SIX Shows Added to Metallica's Residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas

It's no surprise that everybody and their mother wants to go see Metallica in Vegas this fall... Due to high demand, the band just added SIX new shows to the residency: October 8th & 10th, November 5th & 7th, and January 28th & 30th (2027). Tickets and info HERE.

Mar 03, 2026

Metallica's 'Master of Puppets' Album Turns 40 Today

40 years of riffs that raised us. If you're not blasting Master of Puppets today, are you even okay?

Mar 03, 2026

Metallica Announces Residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas

Soooo, you coming to Vegas with us this Fall?! Metallica just announced a MASSIVE run of shows at The Sphere in Las Vegas, taking place in October. Read more below... Following months of relentless rumors and fever pitch speculation, it was announced today that Metallica will debut its Life Burns Faster residency at Sp...

Feb 25, 2026

Metallica at Bridgestone Arena on Jan. 24

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