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The week of July 10, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Episode #50: James Hetfield; Best of the Pod featuring Lars Ulrich, James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett, Robert Trujillo

July 10, 2024

This week on The Metallica Report…

It’s our 50th episode! First, Steffan checks in with James on how M72 2024 has been treating him so far and just how he and those priceless guitars feel about performing in the pouring rain. Then, Steffan and Renée celebrate the big 5-0 by dipping back into the archives to relive some of their favorite moments from episodes past. 

Thanks for spending some time with us each week and for being such loyal and supportive listeners!

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The week of July 2, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Robert Trujillo joins Steffan for a quick chat about - what else - lemons and coffee. Ok, they also got into how Rob feels on stage these days, what the vibe is like at each of these European stops, and the dedication with which he and Kirk craft their original doodles and covers that have become staples of Metallica concerts.And Steff finally tracks Kirk down to talk about less current matters - specifically the origins of Ride the Lightning. They start by touching on the album itself, then veer into a brief history of the banner once displayed on stage that still hangs in HQ, in all its musty glory, to this day.Stay tuned until the end of the episode to find out how you could win a VIP trip to Mexico City for eight to enjoy two nights of Metallica from the most exciting seats in the house!The Metallica Report - your official, weekly guide for all things Metallica, straight from the source. New episode every Wednesday.Win a trip for eight to Mexico City:  https://fandiem.com/metallicamexico

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The week of June 26, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

While in Denmark, Steffan jumps at the chance to talk to a certain band member about his history with the country… it just might not be the band member you’d expect. James has been visiting Denmark for 40 years and has developed a relationship of his own with the area. He reflects on what’s changed and what’s stayed the same over time, for himself, for Metallica, and for Copenhagen.

And Steffan keeps the European theme going with Robert, who explains why Hellfest is so special in the rock world and why each year is something you have to experience for yourself. Plus, why this year is particularly meaningful to the Trujillo family.

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The week of June 19, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Metallica takes over Fortnite, and Fortnite takes over The Metallica Report!

Steffan checks in from Copenhagen to brief Renée and the listeners about the official Fortnite X Metallica launch. Don’t worry if you’re not a gamer; Steff & Renée introduce what Fortnite is all about and share some essential details on this unique collaboration before digging into this week’s interviews.

James Hetfield talks a bit about how Metallica feels about embarking on a journey across this so-called eighth continent. Also chiming in this week are gaming influencers JP, Alec, Jake, and Jason, aka 760, Acai, A Wise Moose, and Jason Paradise, who happen to be enthusiastic members of the Metallica Family themselves!

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The week of June 12, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan grabs our favorite frontman to ask a few questions submitted by YOU - the listeners. And even better, when James is in the mood to chat, you know the answers will be fun!

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The week of June 5, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

It’s Kirk Hammett’s turn to share his back-on-tour thoughts with Steffan. (ICYMI, Steff chatted with Robert and James during the last couple of episodes.) Kirk shares his love for being on the road and how he’s constantly striving to remain musically in the moment. It’s safe to say it… this man thrives on stage!

Renée introduces us to Francesco Polsinelli, the Chief Communications Officer for M72 European Tour Sponsor Iveco Group. The electric and alternative fuel vehicle manufacturer is also behind the buses and trucks transporting the tour from city to city. On top of all that, the company also matches the All Within My Hands donations to local organizations at each European tour stop!

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The week of May 29, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée travel to Munich for the kick-off of year two of the M72 World Tour!

We get a rare front seat for Robert Trujillo’s “back on tour” process as he chats about what it’s like to get back out on the road after a break and takes Steffan along as he walks the stage for the first time in 2024.

Speaking of rare… Steff and Renée go very behind-the-scenes as they pop in and out of the various backstage rooms, each of which as unique as the respective band members who inhabit them.

Finally, our hosts crash St. Germany’s Weekend Bash, where they get show #1 reactions from a few super fans. Spoiler alert: The Metallica Family had an incredible reunion!

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The week of May 22, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan catches up with the one and only James Alan Hetfield. Following a nice long hibernation, the two sit down at HQ just as rehearsals for the upcoming European leg of the M72 Tour are about to kick off. James fills us in on what he’s been up to during his time off, how he’s prepping to go back on the road, and what he’s most looking forward to about being out there again.

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The week of May 15, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée dive into the band’s foundation, All Within My Hands. Its Month of Giving campaign is currently shining the spotlight on the Metallica Scholars program, which supports trade education.

Join them for a roundtable discussion with three Metallica scholarship recipients, Karina, Cha Zong, and Reggie, and learn all about the program as it heads into its sixth year. Our Scholars fill us in on what they are studying, how obtaining this education has changed their lives, and divulge their favorite Metallica songs.

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The week of May 8, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

It’s all about the fans! Local chapter members and superfans Oliver (Head of St. Germany), Eric (Virginia Fuel), and Derek, James, and Glenn (Nebraska’s The Outlaw Corn) all join Steffan and Renée for a roundtable. As everyone gets ready for a summer of live M72 shows, these longtime fans talk about what they are most looking forward to on this summer tour (spoiler alert: the camaraderie of the Metallica Family), their favorite riffs, and of course, what M72 production element they can’t wait to experience again.

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The week of May 1, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan spends the day/night with Metallica’s bass-master, Robert Trujillo, as he slaps and grooves with a blast from his past as a member of the funk/metal supergroup Infectious Grooves. Steff hangs with the band during their sound check at their last stop on a mini eight-city tour in Berkeley, CA. Robert fills us in on the familial vibe of this tour, his foray into set design that night, and the band’s influences, and answers the burning question of which Metallica song he would like Infectious Grooves to cover.

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The week of April 24, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée are joined by long-time Metallica tech Zach Harmon. Now a veritable Swiss Army Knife of tour and studio operations, Zach recounts the winding road to his current position that began nearly 40 years ago. He also provides insight into his unique relationships with Metallica’s pioneering bass players throughout the band’s tenure.

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The week of April 17, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

It’s Q & A day! Team Metallica asked local fan club chapter members to submit their questions for the band, then Steffan and Renée took those questions and grabbed Kirk and Robert to give us some answers. Check it out!

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The week of April 10, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Riff master Brian Tatler cranks up the Wayback Machine to share stories of Diamond Head’s biggest (and possibly only) fan in America in 1981: a 17-year-old named Lars Ulrich. Turns out, that same kid was starting a band of his own. A few traded covers and several decades later, and the rest is history!

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The Week of April 3, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

A seemingly unlikely pairing, the paths of Elton John and Metallica have crossed over the years more than you might think. Ahead of PBS’s Gershwin Prize for Popular Song broadcast honoring Elton John and Bernie Taupin, Kirk and Rob join Steffan and Renée to share a few fun stories about Sir Elton.

Premiering on Monday, April 8 at 8 PM ET (check local listings), catch Metallica’s rendition of “Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding” as part of a star-studded evening featuring Joni Mitchell, Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Maren Morris, Billy Porter, Charlie Puth, and Jacob Lusk of Gabriels.

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The week of March 27, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée bring us the inside scoop on James Hetfield’s love of cigars, including the new BLACKENED “S84 Shade to Black” by Drew Estate. Then they check in with Robert Trujillo, who is in the midst of a few gigs with his Infectious Grooves crew, including shows in Australia!

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The week of March 20, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

It’s time for part two of our conversation with our producer, Greg Fidelman. This one is for all of you who wanna know what it’s like being at the helm of the control room at HQ! Greg shares what it was like working with Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, and the only other artist who’s actually recorded at HQ, Lou Reed. And don’t miss the story of how S&M2 came to be, starting, as you can imagine, with a phone call from Lars. 

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The week of March 13, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

When it comes to Metallica’s creative process, Greg Fidelman has become the “unofficially official” fifth member of the band.

He began his music career in the late ’80s as the lead guitarist of his own group, but Greg really hit his stride on the other side of the studio glass about a decade later. From engineer to mixer to producer, this Grammy-winner has worked with some major heavyweights, including Johnny Cash, Neil Diamond, Adele, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Slayer. 

As you may know - and as Steffan, Renée, and the whole Metallica operation are thankful for - he’s been firmly entrenched in the Metallica camp since 2008, when he joined Rick Rubin’s Death Magnetic production team. 

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The week of March 6, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

In honor of International Women’s Day later this week, Renée takes on solo-hosting duties and brings along a few other women who keep the Metallica mothership moving. Make no mistake… there are plenty to choose from! We're talking about members of management, legal, accounting, marketing, merchandising, digital, recording, touring, the record label, the foundation, and, of course, HQ.

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The week of February 28, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

If you’ve seen a photo of Metallica, chances are you’ve seen one of Ross Halfin’s shots. 

Steffan and Renée chat with the man who’s been behind the camera, capturing Metallica and pretty much every other big name in rock for decades. Ross shares stories spanning his first shoot with the guys in El Cerrito in the early ’80s through today. He emphasizes the importance of trust and having the right people to work with in creative relationships.

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The week of February 21, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

The second installment of two episodes recorded at the band’s creative ground zero for over 20 years: Metallica HQ. Steffan and Renée tour the building with one of its longest inhabitants, Jeff Yeager - webmaster, touring photographer/videographer, and network manager.

Sprinkled with fun facts and historical context, the group makes its way through the artifact-filled workshop, the infamous Some Kind of Monster kitchen, the former pick-and-pack space (yes, all your merch orders used to ship right out of HQ), the office space, into the corridor that houses four separate rooms for you-know-who.

Things wrap up in Studio A, a room that certainly has been transformed many times, but most significantly for the 2020 streaming All Within My Hands benefit concert. As Steff, Renée, and Jeff conclude, something is always happening at Metallica HQ.

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This week of February 14, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

The first of two episodes recorded at the band’s creative ground zero for over 20 years: Metallica HQ. Steffan and Renée set up shop in the Jam Room with three people who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep the Metallica Machine moving.

Jeff Yeager - webmaster, touring photographer/videographer, and all-around “do whatever it takes” guy - brings us back to the first event held at HQ and shares what elements of the building hold particular meaning for him.

Jack Ketcham - one of the unsung heroes of the operation - details a day in the life of a runner, starting with being first in the door and ending as the last to go home.

Kent Matcke - HQ veteran, audio specialist, and glue guy of the team - gives us just a glimpse of how “there is always something” in the life of the HQ recording engineer.

And a man you’re more familiar with, Robert Trujillo, joins the conversation and offers his connection to HQ as not just a rehearsal and recording space but a true home away from home!

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The week of February 7, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée are joined by a man intertwined through Metallica history in a way maybe no one else can claim to be. A producer, a collaborator, a motivator, a fill-in, a support system, and the master of getting that sound “just right”... it’s none other than Bob Rock!

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The week of January 31, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée revisit some of your favorite performances and infamous moments in Metallica’s award show history. No spoilers here, but we bet you can guess a few... They include surprise outcomes, a bit of NSFW language, and a lot of very heavy music!

Plus, Clint Wells - a man many of you may know as the host of Metal Up Your Podcast - joins to share his perspective on award shows past. 

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The week of January 24, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

A fortuitous call from Kirk sets the stage, framing the metal scene in the early days and the roles Ron, Brian, and KJ played.

Brian recalls the enthusiasm surrounding Metallica’s first album by the band members and, if you will, the founding Metallica Family members - many of whom would be acknowledged decades later. KJ traces Lars’ passion for supporting his peers back to the early ’80s, with one album in particular. Ron further taps into Metallica’s appreciation for music, discussing Lars’ and Cliff’s eclectic tastes.

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The week of January 17, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée are joined by old friends KJ Doughton, Brian Lew, and Ron Quintana for a trip back to the humble beginnings of Metallica. From fanzines to tape trading to shows at the legendary Stone in San Francisco, these guys have seen it all and are bonded for life to each other and the band through their undying love of music.  

Ron, the man behind the name Metallica, flashes back to meeting that “strange new kid” at Strawberry Hill in Golden Gate Park. KJ recalls being enlisted to run the first Metallica Fan Club. And Brian recounts a sidewalk introduction with the guys before their first-ever San Francisco show.

Catch all that and more in this week’s episode, and tune in next week for more tales from the past when we finish our conversation with the guys.

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The week of January 10, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

We have a visit from an old friend as Steffan and Renée check in with bassist Jason Newsted.  

Amid an unusually quiet time in his creative world, Jason talks about plans, projects, and how he’s allowing himself to enjoy the simplicity of his day-to-day life. 

Of course, we still have to touch on his artistic side, from keeping his visual art skills active to his love of the live show, including his contributions to Metallica and one of his most memorable nights on stage with the Four Horsemen at Red Rocks in Morrison, CO.

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The week of January 3, 2024 on the The Metallica Report…

For better or worse, few people know the absolute power pyrotechnics can bring to a performance like our own James Hetfield does. He joins Steffan and Renée to get into the history of pyro within Metallica and the energy it brings to a live show. 

And, of course, James touches on safety, which brings us to our second guest: M72 Pyrotechnic Project Manager Reid Derne. Reid talks about taking over the pyro duties after James’ infamous accident and how fearless James is around flames despite his bad luck. And for all you aspiring pyrotechnicians out there, Reid gets into the technical aspects of bringing fire into a Metallica production.

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Watch Fuel from Detroit, November 9 & 10, 2023: https://youtu.be/vssiIRXEt7I?si=Uh9qqXE_FEJnw9_u 

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The week of December 27, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

With the new year right around the corner, Steffan and Renée check in with James and Robert to reflect on 2023 and look ahead to 2024.

Hear James’ perspective on the light and dark sides of  72 Seasons. Find out which songs off the new album have been their favorites to play live so far and which setlist stalwarts still excite them. Plus, what they’re hoping and planning for in 2024.

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The week of December 20, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

We’re going to sit back, relax, and enjoy some of the highlights of the first 20 episodes of The Metallica Report. Remember Lars and that iPod? (think Blue Oyster Cult!) What about Kirk catching waves or James’ love of a good music festival? And who could forget Robert’s night on stage in Dallas?

First, Steffan gives us his review of a night out in the East Bay watching two bands featuring HQ staffers: Dana Lindstrom’s Milk For The Angry and previous pod interviewee Avi Vinocur’s Badnight, Texas (the hard core version of Goodnight, Texas). 

Next we’ll revisit interviews from the first 20 episodes as all four guys gave us some great stories about their hobbies, music, being on stage (beachball chaos! guitar solos!) and creating new material for every show. We close out with Robert chiming in to share his Christmas plans with us.

Happy Holidays to all . . . we’ll be back next week to celebrate the New Year!

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Milk For The Angry: https://www.milkfortheangry.com/

Goodnight, Texas: https://hiwearegoodnighttexashowareyou.com/

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The week of December 13, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Rob Trujillo brings us behind the scenes of “Are Bass Players Human Too?”, the new docuseries from Rush’s Geddy Lee. As the focus of one of four episodes, Rob spent two full days with Geddy, showing him around his Southern California world through surfing, biking, and skating. He also gave Geddy a spin on Jaco Pastorius’ famed “Bass of Doom” while the two shared stories of huge admiration and respect for the legendary bassist.

Steffan and Renée catch up with Christian Carichner, Director of the Cyclone Marching Band at Iowa State University. Christian is brimming with enthusiasm as he details what it takes for a marching band to interpret Metallica’s music and how excited he is to open up a whole new audience to the artistry and intricacies of the band’s songs. Congratulations to Christian and the Cyclones, as they are one of the finalists in the “For Whom The Band Tolls” contest; winners will be announced the first week of the year.

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“Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?” on Paramount+: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pEjZYjdK6k

Iowa State Cyclones marching band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BymkyX7A2o&t=3s

Metallica marching band competition: https://www.metallicamarchingband.com

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The week of December 6, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée do a deep dive into both the physical and mental iPods of Lars and Rob, as Lars shares more of his musical obsessions and Rob throws down his five favorite funk cuts. They also speak with Auburn University’s Professor of Music and Marching Band Director, Dr. Corey Spurlin.

The musical themed show kicks off with Lars and his deep dive into the heavier side of Lynyrd Skynyrd as he outlines his five favorite lesser known tracks from the Florida band. His other current favorite musical obsession? Warrior Soul, a band he describes as “in that zone zone between hard rock, heavy metal, but a lot of punk attitude and a lot of kind-of not giving a shit.”

To no one’s surprise, Robert is our resident funk-master and he gives us his five favorite funk grooves, including divulging that the Isley Brothers were his very first concert; it was the moment he knew he wanted to be a musician.

Finally we hear from Dr. Corey Spurlin at Auburn University, whose marching band has wowed us all with their half-time show entry to the For Whom The Band Tolls Marching Band competition. Corey tells us how the band chose the songs they performed and that Metallica’s performance with the San Francisco Symphony on S&M2 provided inspiration.

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Lynyrd Skynyrd: https://www.lynyrdskynyrd.com/

Warrior Soul: https://www.warriorsoulofficial.com/

Isley Brothers: https://officialisleybrothers.com/

Auburn University Marching Band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36yFOtgxGlk&t=1s 

Metallica Marching Band Competition: https://www.metallicamarchingband.com

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The week of November 29, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Coming off the holiday, Steffan and Renee dip into their M72 interview archives to give you a more in-depth look at the tour.

First, James thinks back to the first time he saw the massive circular stage mapped out with cones in the middle of an empty MetLife Stadium. He also touches on the logistics of a simple guitar swap and the importance of creating a “presence” on stage for both the band and the fans.

Then, our hosts are joined by a couple of M72 special guests, Zoltan Bathory and Chris Kael of Five Finger Death Punch. Zoltan explains that, despite misconceptions behind the band’s accelerated rise to success, they come from extremely humble beginnings and a militant devotion to hard work.

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Five Finger Death Punch: https://fivefingerdeathpunch.com 

All Within My Hands: https://www.allwithinmyhands.org 

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The week of November 22, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Inspired by Metallica’s love of covering other artists, Steffan and Renée open things up by musing on tracks they’d like to hear the band tackle.

Phil Anselmo and Rex Brown of M72 special guests Pantera chat about playing for Metallica’s fans - the ones who already know and love them and those who are in for a fun surprise. They also touch on what being on stage feels like now compared to the early days, the vibe that Charlie Benante and Zakk Wylde bring to the band, and, of course, what Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul would think of this chapter of Pantera.

And finally, our hosts check in on Blackened Whiskey's latest collaboration in the Masters of Whiskey series with friend of the pod, Blackened’s Rob Dietrich, and Rabbit Hole’s Kaveh Zamanian. The two Master Distillers discuss their shared passion for thinking outside the box, then Steff and Renée go in for a taste, making their own Harvest Fire cocktails. Don’t worry… they share the recipe, so you can play along at home!

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Rabbit Hole: https://www.rabbitholedistillery.com

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This week on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée check in from the Motor City for the final two shows of 2023 on the M72 World Tour. 

Steff tells us of his time touring resurgent downtown Detroit with Robert, visiting the historic Motown Museum and Fox Theatre.

James explains why he created Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield, and we hear more about and from the multi-generational fans who attended the book signings in Detroit and St. Louis.

Renée chats with Mammoth WVH drummer Garrett Whitlock about the awesome new Metallica Scholars sneakers he’s sporting from Wolverine, just released today! Proceeds from the sale of these shoes benefit All Within My Hands, Metallica’s foundation.

Finally, we hear another of Steff and Renée’s favorite marching bands… don’t forget, submissions are due by the end of tomorrow, November 16!

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Motown Museum: https://www.motownmuseum.org

Fox Theatre, Detroit: http://foxtheatredetroit.net

Mammoth WVH: https://mammothwvh.com

Wolverine: https://www.wolverine.com/metallica

Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield book: http://metallica.lnk.to/Messengers 

Metallica Marching Band Competition: https://www.metallicamarchingband.com

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November 8, 2023

This week on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée check in with details about the weekend from deep in the bowels of the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.

Rob Trujillo updates us on his whirlwind weekend in Mexico City, where he filled in on bass for his son, Tye. This wasn’t just any substitute gig… he was joining Suicidal Tendencies for a full set for the first time in 27 years!!

Renée reports back about two of our Weekend Takeover activities: volunteering with the Metallica Family at the St. Louis Area Foodbank and bowling with fans, the crew, and KSHE radio.

Steffan shares stories of personal connections between James and the fans attending his book signing at Left Bank Books for the upcoming release of Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield.

Last but not least, we get a Metallica Marching Band Competition update, including some clips of a few performances Steff and Renée have enjoyed so far. If you want your school’s band to compete, get those entries submitted by November 16!

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Suicidal Tendencies: https://suicidaltendenciesofficial.com

St. Louis Area Foodbank: https://stlfoodbank.org

Left Bank Books: https://www.left-bank.com

Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield book: http://metallica.lnk.to/Messengers 

Metallica Marching Band Competition: https://www.metallicamarchingband.com

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The week of Week of November 1, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Hot on the heels of last week’s Halloween celebration with a special Hammett-horror-episode, listeners report what their favorite fright-night feature film is. 

We have a couple of nuggets from the recently published in-depth and wide-ranging conversation between Steffan and Lars for the band’s online magazine, So What! As the oft-debated St. Anger celebrates its 20th anniversary, Steff acknowledges that, much like that album, 72 Seasons has entered the world following a comparable stretch of unease and uncertainty. With the benefit of hindsight, Lars compares this era’s ability to accept and navigate obstacles with Metallica’s past turmoil.

And with stops in St. Louis and Detroit right around the corner, Steffan and Renée catch up with a few stalwarts of the fan club. Tara Paddock and Kurt Schwarz, local chapter heads of Missouri’s Burnt Ends of Sanity and The Struggle Within Michigan, respectively, are joined by family-favorite Metallica Mom Sarah Sobeck, who has a minivan of international fans joining her and her husband, Pete, on their Metalli-travels. The three share what it’s like to live within the inclusive and supportive global community that Metallica has inspired.

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Lars So What! Interview: https://www.metallica.com/so-what/2023-10-24-lars-ulrich-the-72-seasons-m72-interview.html

Local Chapters: https://www.metallica.com/fans/local-chapters/

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The week of October 25, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Who better for Steffan and Renée to celebrate Halloween with than The Ripper himself? Our own Kirk Hammett joins the pod to chat about all things horror media, from books and movies to music and makeup.

As Metallica's resident horror expert and Halloween aficionado, most know that Kirk grew up loving pretty much everything that could qualify as spooky subject matter. He’s amassed an immense collection of horror and sci-fi memorabilia and has even held his own Fear FestEvils. 

Now, Steff and Renée dig into some of Kirk’s lesser-known horror-facts. Does he prefer a gruesome guts and gore or a suspenseful supernatural story? Do monsters, creatures, and haunted houses really creep him out? Which films hold up to the books they were inspired by? And just how long is his flight from Hawaii to the mainland? In terms of horror movie length, of course.

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Metallica live in Quebec City on Halloween:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJzoBmVPeYw

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The week of October 18, 2023 week on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée chat with two of the band’s long-time collaborators: graphic artist Tony Squindo and co-founding member of Goodnight, Texas, Avi Vinocur. Plus, Kirk chimes in about his bluesy, down-and-dirty guitar solo on Goodnight, Texas’ new song, “Runaways.” 

Avi fills us in on his unlikely journey from a humble studio runner to Metallica’s go-to side-man for special projects like the All Within My Hands benefit concerts, S&M2 with the San Francisco Symphony, and even an appearance on Howard Stern. Recently, the tables turned, and Avi’s band became the hosts of a special guest musician: our own Kirk Hammett.  

Tony Squindo - whose art has graced many a Metallica t-shirt, poster, and even a Monopoly game - chats with Renée about the evolution of his work for the band. The man who once published a book called “Year of the Skull” talks about his fondness for revisiting his previous pieces and shares his favorite thing he’s ever created for a member of Metallica.

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Goodnight, Texas: https://hiwearegoodnighttexashowareyou.com

Goodnight, Texas “Runaways” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6mzW0Al6O0

Squindo: https://www.squindo.net

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The week of October 11, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan fills us in on what went down in the desert at Power Trip. Guns N’ Roses, Iron Maiden, AC/DC, Judas Priest, Tool, and Metallica took the stage last weekend, and now James, Kirk, and Robert will take you behind the scenes with their first-hand accounts.

Kirk shares his appreciation for the enduring chemistry between Axl, Slash, and Duff, reminding him of a stripped-down version of GNR from the late ’80s.

James gets into his own fandom, expressing his excitement to see the other bands on the bill - some of his personal favorites.

Robert, fresh off the Power Trip stage, has the final words about the fantastic three days of hard rock, being a fan, and hanging out with friends!

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Guns N’ Roses:  https://www.gunsnroses.com

Iron Maiden:  https://www.ironmaiden.com

AC/DC:  https://www.acdc.com

Judas Priest:  https://www.judaspriestinvincibleshield.com

Tool:  https://www.toolband.com

Power Trip:  https://powertrip.live

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The week of October 4, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

It’s all about Power Trip, this weekend’s massive hard rock festival cranking up at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA. Gracing the bill of the three-day fest are Guns N’ Roses, Iron Maiden, AC/DC, Judas Priest, Tool, and, of course, Metallica.

It’s hard to imagine now, but Metallica wasn’t always on the poster, let alone at the top! James reflects on the band’s festival journey and what it’s felt like to “move up the ladder.”

Lars recounts 2016’s Desert Trip, the festival featuring legends like Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan that inspired this weekend’s hard rock event. He addresses his admiration for his Power Trip co-headliners and his excitement to get this group of bands in one place. And finally, he touches on his relationship with Guns N’ Roses over the decades and how, yes… he would like to hang out with Axl over a cup of tea!

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The week of September 27, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée explore the Metallica Family: the next generation. Proud dads James and Robert pop in to discuss their sons’ journeys as musicians and their bands, Bastardane and OTTTO. 

James gives us insight into what it’s like watching Castor become his own man, from art school to choosing the drums, and how he’s learned to set aside his dad instincts and stay “the hell out of the way.”

Robert reflects on Tye’s first gig with Suicidal Tendencies, his love of music, and his authentic style; “we look like each other, but I think stylistically, he's definitely his own player.”

Finally, fans Yvonne and Jennifer Hernandez, a mother-daughter-duo, share what a mutual love for Metallica has meant for their family.

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Bastardane:  https://www.bastardane.com/

OTTTO:  https://www.otttoband.com/

Suicidal Tendencies: https://suicidaltendenciesofficial.com/

Papa Het’s Ernie Ball strings: https://www.metallica.com/store/papa-hets-ernie-ball-72-seasons-master-cores-strings/JHEBSTRINGTIN72.html 

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The week of September 20, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

We’re talking all things “Too Far Gone?” - specifically, the phenomenal new music video and its mind-blowing star. He’s a pro skateboarder you’ll need to see to believe named Felipe Nunes, and he also happens to be a double-amputee.

We’ve got a few very special guests joining us to dive into the details. Director Buddy Nichols fills us in on how the project came about and the long days that went into creating the video. Our own James and Robert discuss what skateboarding means to them and the inspiration they draw from watching Felipe not only pursue his passion but kick ass doing it. And finally, Renée catches up with the one and only Tony Hawk, who offers up his advice for aspiring skaters and reveals that being in a Metallica video allowed him to cross an item off his bucket list!

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Watch “Too Far Gone?”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-6Cx-VxXxI

Coan "Buddy" Nichols: https://www.instagram.com/coanbuddynichols 

Six Stair (Buddy’s Production Company): https://www.instagram.com/sixstair 

Felipe Nunes: https://www.instagram.com/felipenunesskate

Tony Hawk: https://www.instagram.com/tonyhawk 

“Too Far Gone? (Live at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ – August 6, 2023)”: https://metallica.lnk.to/TooFarGoneLive 

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The week of September 13, 2023 week on The Metallica Report…

Kirk Hammett is back, but this time, he’s talking surfing and how his approach to the waves differs from Robert’s. Later, Spencer Charnas describes his songwriting process and what it’s like to bring an Ice Nine Kills production to the Metallica stage.

Then we step off the stage and into the crowd to hear from a few fans. First, a passionate All Within My Hands supporter named Yuji Moore, who also happens to be an intelligence analyst in the United States Space Force. Then, Renee shares some clips she got while on the road, where a few enthusiastic Metallica Family members explain how Metallica music fuels them in their day-to-day lives.

Finally, Steff and Renee chat about The Metallica Black Box’s latest exhibit, 20 Years of Anger, celebrating St. Anger’s 20th Anniversary. Don’t forget - the virtual museum is always open and free!

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Suicidal Tendencies: https://suicidaltendenciesofficial.com/

Ice Nine Kills: https://iceninekills.com/

Meet Yuji: https://bit.ly/YujiAWMH 

Metallica Black Box: https://metallicablackbox.com/

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The week of September 6, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Kirk “The Ripper” Hammett discusses his solos on 72 Seasons and the M72 World Tour, specifically his approach to the song “Shadows Follow.” He also geeks out while recounting hanging out with Pete Townshend, the legendary guitarist of The Who, at the Hollywood Bowl and the Peter Green tribute show at the London Palladium.

Band chef Simon Mitchell checks in from Dallas with the low-down on the Metalli-menu and how he preps fresh, healthy meals to help keep the guys in top-performing shape out on the road. And Renée brings a sweet little update from night one in Phoenix and how the hunger-fighting, guitar-shaped Enlightened ice cream bars were received.

And ICYMI, we tie up loose ends and put any worries to rest about Storm, the four-legged-media-sensation who ventured from her house to SoFi Stadium to join the crowd for night one in LA. We’re happy to report that she’s back home safely and no worse for the wear, aside from maybe a little bit of “wag-lash.” 

Finally, we’re wishing James a speedy recovery from COVID-19, which caused the postponement of Phoenix’s night two appearance, which has been rescheduled for this Saturday, September 9.

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Pete Townshend: https://www.thewho.com/pete-townshend/

Peter Green tribute show: https://www.mickfleetwoodandfriends.com/

Enlightened: https://eatenlightened.com/awmh 

Storm, the Metallica-loving pup: http://metallica.lnk.to/storm-in-la   

Glendale, AZ postponement info: https://www.metallica.com/news/2023-09-05-m72-phoenix-night-2.html

#M72 Interactive Map: https://m72map.metallica.com/

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The week of August 30, 2023  week on The Metallica Report…

During the wee hours after rehearsals in LA, straight from the dressing room, Lars shares which drummer he can’t get enough of lately, which happens to be the answer to a Metallica Report Listener question! We also spend some quality time with Southern California native & Mammoth WVH frontman Wolfgang Van Halen, who shares his M72 experiences and gets into his band’s new album, Mammoth II.

Steffan gives his first-hand account of what it’s like to be in the Snake Pit when the people around you happen to be pretty high-profile guests, and he shares a touching pre-show moment with James. And Renée has exciting news to report about a new All Within My Hands partnership with Enlightened, the ice cream company helping us produce guitar-shaped treats just in time to cool us down in Phoenix!

Finally, we get into some Family Matters with Metallica Fan Club chapter head Lance Martin from Magnolia Militia, who tells us a story about connecting with other fans traveling around the country to M72 shows and the kind of good luck that can follow!  

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Links:

Blue Öyster Cult: http://bit.ly/blue-oyster-cult-secret-treaties & https://bit.ly/blue-oyster-cult-tyranny-and-mutation 

Mammoth WVH's new album:  https://mammothwvh.lnk.to/MammothII

Enlightened: https://eatenlightened.com/ 

#M72 Interactive Map: https://m72map.metallica.com/

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The week of August 23, 2023 on The Metallica Report...

Steffan and Renee check in with Robert for his thoughts on night one in Texas, just moments after he left the incredibly energetic AT&T Stadium! And with LA on the M72 horizon, the West Side native talks about his upbringing steeped in beach and skate culture and his later-found appreciation for the East Side.

Next, we stay in LA but flash back to Metallica’s early days with Metal Blade Records president, Brian Slagel, for a first-hand account of the excitement (and errors!) surrounding the band’s first break. And finally, we hear the first installment of our newest feature, Crew Tips, kicking off with Foster, the woman who transforms backstage at each venue into the band’s home away from home.

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Links:

#M72LA Interactive Map: https://m72map.metallica.com/losangeles 

Live Metallica: Arlington, TX - Two ShowBundle: https://metallica.lnk.to/arlington-live-met 

Metal Blade Records’ “Metal Massacre”: https://www.discogs.com/master/63482-Various-Metal-Massacre 

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The week of August 16, 2023 on The Metallica Report...

Steffan and Renée are back to talk more M72 World Tour, recapping their time in New Jersey and getting pumped for this weekend in Arlington, Texas, where both No Repeat Weekend shows will be broadcast live to movie theaters around the globe!

This week’s first guest is Papa Het, and he’s here to give us a glimpse into the chaos of having 72 beach balls rain down upon the stage and crowd each night! He also shares his feelings about the upcoming global theatrical event, M72 World Tour Live in Cinemas. Also weighing in is M72’s Creative Director, Dan Braun, who explains what it takes to bring the stadium experience - from the barricade to the upper deck - into the movie theater.

But it’s not all life on the road and tour talk. “Lux Æterna” is nominated for the MTV VMA for “Best Rock Video,” and our hosts will let you know how YOU, the fans, can vote to make it a winner. And speaking of fans, this week’s fan submission comes from Kevin, checking in with us from Liverpool with a question about Rob’s band before Suicidal Tendencies: the New Wave (!) LA sensation Perfect Stranger.  

The Metallica Report - your official, weekly guide for all things Metallica, straight from the source. New episode every Wednesday.

Links:

Metallica YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/metallica

Video of beach ball madness:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yY4w-bIH3X4

Get screening info and tickets for “M72 Live from Arlington, TX”: https://metallica.film 

Submit your VMA votes for “Lux Æterna”:  https://www.mtv.com/vma/vote/best-rock 

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The week of August 9, 2023 on The Metallica Report....

Join Steffan and Renée for a preview of the M72 World Tour, recorded just before the North American run kicked off in New Jersey.

This week, our hosts chat with Jimmy Clark (Lars’ drum tech) about keeping his equipment up to the boss’ standards. Then they get the scoop on Robert and Kirk’s plans for the M72 jams, straight from the bass man himself. Next, they look ahead to Arlington, TX, where both nights will be broadcast live to over 2,500 movie theaters around the globe. And Renée checks in with the artist behind the official event t-shirt, Andrew Cremeans. Finally, we hear from fan Heather Lohnes in the debut of “Fuel,” our new segment where we get to know a member of the Metallica Family through their relation to the music.

The Metallica Report - your official, weekly guide for all things Metallica, straight from the source. New episode every Wednesday.

Show Links:

Check out photos, show notes, and the setlist from night one of M72 North America: https://metallica.lnk.to/M72EastRutherfordNight1 

Get screening info and tickets for “M72 Live from Arlington, TX”: https://metallica.film 

Visit Andrew Cremeans' Website:  http://www.andrewcremeans.com

Get your Live From Arlington 2023 T-Shirt: https://metallica.lnk.to/M72LiveInCinemasShirt 

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Keep up with all things Metallica by going straight to the source.

Welcome to The Metallica Report, THE official Metallica podcast! 

This week of August 2, 2023 kicks off with a message from Lars, followed by a glance back at the European leg of the M72 World Tour, a preview of what’s to come in North America starting this week in New Jersey, plus a few crazy facts about the massive production. You’ll also hear from Austin Manning, head of the Fifth Member Chapter New York Attitude, about what he’s most looking forward to on this tour and get the scoop on all the weekend activities planned for each city along the way.

New episodes are released weekly and will introduce you to all aspects of Metallica’s world. Whether you hear from the Metallica Family through fan features, the band’s crew at HQ or on the road, or from the guys themselves, you’re sure to get a unique perspective. You’ll also get to know your “people on the inside,” hosts Steffan Chirazi (long-time rock scribe and editor of the band’s online mag, So What!) and Renée Richardson (a well-known Bay Area radio personality who now oversees the band’s foundation, All Within My Hands). 

Follow, download, rate, review, and join Steff and Renée for The Metallica Report every week.

Submit questions or comments for our features Fuel, Road Warriors, or Family Matters: http://metallica.com/podcasts 

Check out the M72 Tour Map: https://m72map.metallica.com 

New Jersey Takeover Link: https://www.metallica.com/tour/2023-08-04-east-rutherford-new-jersey.html#metallica-takeover

Bastardane: https://www.bastardane.com 

OTTTO: https://www.otttoband.com

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The Metallica Report is coming!

Keep up with all things Metallica by going straight to the source for your news. This weekly report is hosted by Steffan Chirazi, long-time rock scribe and editor of the band’s online mag, So What!, and Renée Richardson, a well-known Bay Area radio personality who now oversees the band’s foundation, All Within My Hands.  

Steffan and Renée will keep you in the loop each week with updates, features, and interviews. They’ll also get YOUR questions answered by those in the know. It’s your quick, weekly fix covering our most relevant topics of the day.

http://metallica.lnk.to/TheMetallicaReport

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