She's a true songwriter and Atiba Jefferson had the honor of directing her latest video which, of course, involves skating. But to get it to humans, that is the mission.Awesome. Someone’s going to take your song and make a video whether it’s just the album cover or pictures of stuff so let’s just make it right; let’s make it good.But do you feel like you’re surrendering to online piracy in a way by putting it all out online? Bassist Rob Trujillo talks about collaborating with Lou Reed on Lulu and the forthcoming Metallica album. “But when something derails with this many people, it can turn into a bit of a clusterf***.” That said, he adds, “As a band, we love being out of our comfort zones.”. Am I older than I think I am? He’s noted many times before that he’s not one to dwell on the past, but he does acknowledge the ways Metallica have changed over the years. He also has deep roots with skating and video-making. The third interview was at HQ, and of course, you know, I’m getting to meet one of my favorite bands on the planet and also be interviewed by them at the same time. Get a board with some gore, you maggots. There certainly wasn’t any handholding. “I get this euphoric feeling when they come home [from college],” he continues. “Maybe a few hours with a psychiatrist could explain it,” he laughs down the phone from his home in San Francisco. A 1997 interview with The Independent detailed the band’s members going through pivotal changes: Hetfield’s wife, Francesca, was expecting their … Money is always easier to transfer. Trujillo suggests that Burton’s passion for classical music – Bach in particular – “laid the groundwork” for Metallica’s foray into the genre. Run The Jewels stands tall over this divide. I’m a hero at home. Metallica’s publicist has requested that I don’t ask about the rehab itself, but Ulrich assures me that “everybody’s well... [each] dealing with their own version of this” – this being the pandemic – “just like everybody else all over the world”. They helped us sound and feel more powerful than ever.Were there any classical music purists who were bummed to play metal songs?You know, no. In a new interview, Primus bassist Les Claypool opens up about a unique experience auditioning with Metallica in 1986, after the death of the band’s founding bassist Cliff Burton. I think Thrasher’s the same way. But it transpires that Ulrich’s remark had more to do with him being drawn back to his roots: “I feel a deeper connection to where I came from as I get older,” he explains, “and I think in whatever time I have left, I’d like to spend more of my time there.” He loves the US, he clarifies. The election in November has thrown his comments into focus once more. In 1986, Burton was killed in a bus crash during the band's tour in Sweden. So keep pushing those limits. At the time of this interview in 1997, Ulrich was 34 years old and was promoting the band’s concert date in Indianapolis. He also says his current level of guitar playing and upcoming events. For more on Josh and Sam’s thoughts on Metallica, the new album, select new songs, the pandemic, and where they see themselves in 10 years, check out our full Zoom interview above. As you might already know, there was a myth about this Moscow concert which was saying that there were over 1.6 Million people watching Metallica’s show and this was the biggest show in the world. Not many musical acts bridge the gap between hip-hop's "Golden Era" and those who seek fresh new sounds. It’s the latest offering from a band who swatted away their competition upon arrival with massive, chugging riffs, subtly layered production and dynamic arrangements. It’s not like we have to school anybody on anything. It is always cool to hold something and take your time with it. The Shrine's "Born To Waste Away" Music Video. Metallica have become the first artist to claim the entire top 5 section of Billboard's weekly vinyl sales chart. In September last year, the band announced the postponement of their Australia and New Zealand tours in order for frontman James Hetfield to return to rehab for addiction treatment. It also probably played a significant part in the fact that you and I are talking right now.”, It’s taken a lot of work, he notes, and the band still have their ups and downs, many of which are addressed in the unflinching 2004 documentary Some Kind of Monster, in which the band were at one point so fractured that their management sent them to a “performance enhancement coach” to sort it out. You get to do cooler artwork and make it more exciting.How’d you get involved with the San Francisco Symphony for S&M?We did that with Michael Kamen. Like The Fox Theater, I’ve been here lots and lots of times. Almost like that. Simple as that. If you don’t like the party, don’t come. Paying homage to all of the bands that have helped us on our path to Metallica, you know? In a separate call, bassist Robert Trujillo reveals he’s been learning to cook dinner for his family (spaghetti bolognese is his go-to) at home in southern California. Somebody told me that vinyl outsold digital sales for a day or maybe a week or something and that was pretty awesome to hear. Hardwired… to Self-Destruct fits right in with their early albums and they’ve been promoting it by playing smaller venues around the world, giving their fans an intimate experience to blow out their eardrums. Among the most poignant moments is a solo performance of Cliff Burton’s “Anesthesia (Pulling Teeth)” by SFS member Scott Pingel on the stand-up bass. It seems like everyone is trying to figure out the best way to release an album in this digital world. If it gets thrown in the dumpster it gets put back into the Earth somehow. We’ve tortured people with it for a long time. “Honestly, before this pandemic, I never would have said that,” he admits, laughing. He came to us and we said, “Hell yeah. He was the guy who was bringing the world a little bit and it was his vision. Back in the days when it was a little more traditional and this is how you release an album and this is how you’d set it up and things like that. My kids like vinyl. Newsted said that his eventual split with the group was over the way his then-side band, ECHOBRAIN , … Musical act Cobra Man was conceived from the fire of skate videos but it has now grown into its own groovy, dance-music monster. James Hetfield took some time before playing Oakland’s Fox Theater to talk about technology, the symphony and longevity. He was a tattooed biker who was playing the harp in the symphony. Here he describes the mutual affection between skating and his music. Label: Baktabak - CBAK 4016 • Format: CD Single, Limited Edition, Unofficial Release • Country: UK • Genre: Rock, Non-Music • Style: Interview, Audiobook, Spoken Word It was awesome.Do you feel a sense of home-court advantage in the Bay Area like a sports team?It’s always nice to be home. What does it mean to you to cover these songs and work with these artists?Yeah, you know, we have our influences and every generation has their influences. Now it's gone into business with BMG and is changing from a free service to a pay service. We love what’s happening. You put the record on and you actually sit and listen to music. We want to be different; that’s all.It’s crazy considering how convenient and accessible it is for people to listen to music. Instead of being out and about driving or whatever where you’re kind of listening to music but you’re not. I hate politics. Ha! Trujillo, who brought his flamenco influences to the band when he joined, also believes that each member is a product of their environment, which has helped to embolden Metallica’s sound with more varied musical styles than your average metal band. Metallica’s music is often cinematic in its ambition and scope; for years, the band has walked onstage to Ennio Morricone’s “Ecstasy of Gold”. The So What! A 1997 interview with The Independent detailed the band’s members going through pivotal changes: Hetfield’s wife, Francesca, was expecting their first child, while Ulrich was also settling into family life. They’ve been between 150 to this, so we’ve had fun. He was asked about his thoughts about Donald Trump, and the answer was: “Everyone has an opinion about Donald Trump, I think. I’m honored my country is using something to help us stay safe, if they are. “I was chasing the catalogue every fricking show, because I didn’t know what I was gonna play!” he recalls. Over in London we played the House of Vans.I was there. For a band that thrives on an “anything could happen” attitude at their live shows, working with an orchestra was a daunting prospect. Why Metallica’s Lars Ulrich Is Obsessed with Rage Against the Machine Right Now The drummer is hanging with family, watching movies and Jimmy … Metallica's Lars Ulrich (1991) Interview by Mat Snow, Rock's Backpages Audio, Summer 1991 Mat Snow talks to Metallica's Lars Ulrich about his roots, the formation of … In the other, he’s at the top of a skyscraper that sways, cartoon-style, back and forth, and holding on for dear life. Anything else you’d like to say to the Thrasher readers?That we are freaking unbelievably shocked and surprised at the reaction to the new album and how people are loving it. He found that although the band members were out of touch with one another during the hiatus, they were not out of one another’s minds. Greta Van Fleet’s The Battle at Garden’s Gate is available for pre-order here. I think we feel comfortable no matter where we are but to go home and sleep in your bed is always awesome.I’m sure you have diehard fans who would gladly listen to “Enter Sandman” on repeat but are you offended at all by the CIA’s use of your music to torture prisoners? Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? This is the last date on the promo tour. Chris Russell gets sacrificed onstage with Gwar for their Creature collab. Whenever Metallica takes a left-turn, looks at a route map that isn’t typical, and decides to go “that way,” I always get excited. “There’s nothing to complain about,” he says of his personal experience of the here and now. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. “You can’t just be a good musician and join Metallica. We love the power and we love what it does to us. Vinyl has never gone away but it’s definitely popular. Just like how someone’s giving it away online. After millions of album sales since the mid-90s, Third Eye Blind frontman Stephan Jenkins continues to make music without compromise or concern about radio hits and pop charts. What made you take this approach.I don’t know. Share this: Robert Trujillo, bassist for what is arguably the biggest metal band in the world, on their  India show, working with Lou Reed and their next album. Read rules before posting. But then again, once the music is out, I don’t have control over that. No doubt about that but there’s still even scarier stuff than Slayer too. Metallica Interview Lyrics PLAYBOY: You spent much of last year fighting Napster. Compared to so many other artists of late, Metallica tend not to wade into politics; their music speaks of unnamed authority figures that must be challenged, and they avoid calling out any explicit real-life characters. Welcome gets the singer from Soft Kill on the line to discuss music, addiction and their recent collaboration. We felt like our vault got opened up, you know? If they were they didn’t show it. There are mind-boggling solos from guitarist Kirk Hammett, and – in the video recording – beaming smiles from the orchestra as they accompany his finger-blistering shreds. There’s plenty of Metallica cover bands, there’s plenty of people doing “Enter Sandman” or “Nothing Else Matters” in Gregorian style, bluegrass style or Celtic harp combos and you know—the music is out there and it gets used so there you go.Kerry King once told me in an interview that Slayer would have been scarier and maybe more effective.I agree. Metallica are a band that have always looked to the future. It exists to pummel you into submission. From the classical sound to being chased by gangbangers in LA… all of that finds its place in our music.”, Ulrich says that the band has never taken their success for granted, but it does allow them to continue operating “in our own little universe”. “When you’ve been in a band for 400 years like we have, you have lots of mile markers,” Ulrich says now. They’ve survived loss – most notably the death of bassist Cliff Burton in 1986 – and several lineup changes. My kid’s wearing Thrasher stuff. The paramedic that shows up at my house, like, “Hey, this is my side job. “In the wake of our success, we have the freedom to roll along. Killer Mike and El-P already each had a rich legacy and their combined forces have produced something unique. Bobin James Oct 31, 2011. “I feel everyone is so tightly wound, like they’re gunning for a fight. Metallica Interview. In 2011, Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson talked in an interview with Metal Hammer and said that Iron Maiden is bigger than Metallica, and there’s no doubt about it. When you’re online there’s always that feeling, like, “I’m kinda wasting my time here.” Vinyl is just a bigger platform too. Being able to have a relationship with different personalities is vital.”, This ability to communicate proved essential for the S&M2 concerts. They’re never able to really be comfortable in the now, and that’s tough to see. “Then it’s like… s***. I’m sure there were people that it was just a job for them then there were other people, like, “Oh my God. The fact that vinyl sales have been growing is surprising. Following the success of their debut Kill 'Em All (1982) and its followup Ride the Lightning (1984), Metallica went on a worldwide Damage, Inc., tour in 1986 in support of Master of Puppets.Their fame had exploded during the preceding years, and by September, 1986 the group was … People just like to hold something and have something to look at.There’s no doubt. Does playing a venue like the Fox bring you back to the Kabuki days in the ’80s?Ha! More than anything, their music provides an outlet for fans (and the band themselves) to channel all their rage, fear and uncertainty – but also their hope for the future. I do this for fun!” Like, “Uh, no.” We do this because we love it and it sustains us and our families. It has lots of power. That was an awesome show.It was cool. We obviously noticed that YouTube is where it’s all at right now. If you like Metallica, this is the community for you! Interview – Lars Ulrich & Iggy Pop. If I were to hear a new song I would much rather see something along with it. That’s pretty significant for how the Metallica story has played out. It’s kind of a no-brainer. Hardwired… to Self-Destruct fits right in with their early albums and they’ve been promoting it by playing smaller venues around the world, giving their fans an intimate experience to blow out their eardrums. In one, the Metallica co-founder is trying to reach his drum kit, but the stool is too far away and his sticks are made of rubber. Later that year, Metallica recruited Jason Newsted as their new beatkeeper, though they clearly didn't want to. “An unexpected treat in these dark times” was his two eldest children moving back in. They’re using it to do what they do. Interview & Photos: Jordan JosefferYou’ve done huge stadium tours and festivals but recently you’ve been taking it back to smaller venues. METALLICA: PLAYBOY INTERVIEW (2001) October 10, 2017 Playboy sent freelance writer Rob Tannenbaum to interview the last of the big rock bands. You know there’s no rules. Dude, it’s so fun. Released as the third and final single from fourth album …And Justice For All, One was the most deeply affecting song the band had recorded to date. “When I hear riffs from James, I hear the groove of south-central LA but also the danger,” he says. There’s some pretty intense crazy stuff out there.A lot of these shows recently have been tied into local charities. Yet he senses how difficult it is for the younger generation to see past the Covid-19 fog, to a future where live entertainment, employment and socialising are possible once more. James Hetfield remembered the time he wrote the song and revealed the unheard story about how he got the book. “We know each other well enough that when something derails we can make it work,” Ulrich says. Why do you think people are still drawn to vinyl?It’s pretty amazing. It’s a good time to figure out what you wanna do – you move forwards rather than back.”. Let’s try it.” It took a lot of work. Apr 9, 2021 So What! It’s all hidden.Both Metallica and Thrasher started in 1981 and have been going strong. I had nothing to do with it and I asked him, “Where’d you get that?” He’s, like, “Uh, I think it’s cool.”. Metallica’s mastermind and drummer, Lars Ulrich, spoke in the recent interview with Kerrang and revealed the truth about Metallica’s one of the iconic concerts, which was made at Moscow in 1991. “I don’t know, man. Metallica’s Lars Ulrich: ‘When you’ve been in a band for 400 years like we have, you have lots of mile markers’, L-R: Robert Trujillo, Kirk Hammett, Lady Gaga, James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich at the 59th Grammy Awards, 2017, James Hetfield performs with Metallica at Three Rivers Stadium, Pittsburgh, 1988, Metallica perform with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, Metallica celebrate their S&M2 performance with conductor Michael Tilson Thomas (second from left), 2019, {{#verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}} {{^verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}}, The Killers: ‘It’s a pretty gloomy time for America’, Metallica: ‘We’re lucky we don’t have to play by the rules’, the band announced the postponement of their Australia and New Zealand tours, Booking.com promo: 10% extra with Level 1 Genius membership, Use this Debenhams discount and save up to 70% on men's lines - Spring offer, Exclusive Ideal World promo code: 20% saving on fitness, Up to 70% AliExpress discount on super value deals this week, Argos promo: Up to 50% off in the Tu Kid clothing sale. “We’re getting much better at setting boundaries for ourselves,” he says.
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