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Robert Trujillo: Cliff Burton Was a ‘Better Musician’ Than the Rest of Metallica

February 10, 2023 2:36pm

Metallica’s longtime bassist recently spoke about Cliff Burton’s impact, musicianship and how his mark on music is still felt today. […]

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The 10 Best Metallica Slow Songs and Ballads

January 12, 2023 11:03am

Metallica ballads and slow songs have always been a major point of Metallica’s discography. We take a look at the 10 best Metallica slow songs. […]

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Metallica History: Prior To Joining The Band, Teenage Cliff Burton Performs ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls’ – Video

November 4, 2022 9:42am

Prior to joining Metallica, bassist Cliff Burton was in a band called Agents Of Misfortune, where he once performed “For Whom the Bell Tolls.” […]

We Are Getting A Cliff Burton Branded Beer Titled 'Cliff Em' All IPA'
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We Are Getting A Cliff Burton Branded Beer Titled ‘Cliff Em’ All IPA’

July 20, 2022 12:25pm

If you are a metalhead who enjoys craft beer, then check out this upcoming Cliff Burton branded beer, Cliff Em’ All IPA. This beer is meant to honor that of the late Metallica bassist, and […]

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Anthrax’s Scott Ian Shares How He And The Late Cliff Burton Got Arrested And Strip Searched Once

June 27, 2022 1:30pm

During a recent conversation with Metal Hammer, Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian shared a story involving him and the late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton getting arrested and strip searched. The context behind this situation is pretty […]

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In Memoriam: 25 Metal Musicians We Lost Too Soon [UPDATED]

June 10, 2022 5:24pm

This article pays tribute to those metal musicians who have passed away too early in life. We thank each one for their incredible creativity. […]

W.A.S.P. Singer Talks Real-Life Incident Involving The Late Cliff Burton That Reflects A Scene From Spinal Tap Movie
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W.A.S.P. Singer Talks Real-Life Incident Involving The Late Cliff Burton That Reflects A Scene From The Spinal Tap Movie

May 30, 2022 2:50pm

Author: Michael Pementel — Via a conversation with 101WRIF radio station’s Talkin’ Rock show, W.A.S.P. singer Blackie Lawless spoke to a past incident involving the late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton that reflects a scene from […]

You Can Now Own An Action Figure Of The 'Show No Mercy' Slayer Minotaur
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You Can Now Own An Action Figure Of The ‘Show No Mercy’ Slayer Minotaur

May 30, 2022 10:57am

Author: Michael Pementel — For the metalheads who grew up loving action figures (and who may still love them today), we now have a Slayer related action figure! If you aren’t familiar with Super7, they […]

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A Museum Devoted To The Late Metallica Bassist Cliff Burton Is Opening Next Month

April 7, 2022 4:59pm

The late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton sadly passed away on September 27th, 1986. He was 24-years-old when he lost his life during a tragic bus accident while on tour with the band. The late Metallica […]

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A Philosophy Book About Metallica Lyrics? The Meaning of Metallica: Ride the Lyrics

February 10, 2022 10:23am

Metallica may be known for their thrashing metal instrumentation and exhilarating performances, but their lyrics are also super insightful. Those lyrics have caught the eye of one William Irwin, a philosophy professor, literary critic, and […]

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