Oscar-winning composer Ennio Morricone has sadly passed away from complications related to a fall. The 91-year-old famously wrote “The Ecstasy Of Gold” from “The Good, The Bad And The Ugly,” which has been used as Metallica’s intro song since 1983.
Metallica commented:
“R.I.P. Ennio Morricone
Your career was legendary, your compositions were timeless. Thank you for setting the mood for so many of our shows since 1983.”
Frontman James Hetfield added:
“The day we first played “The Ecstasy of Gold” as our new intro in 1983 it was magic! It has become apart of our blood flow, deep breathing, fist bumping, prayers and band huddle pre-show ritual ever since. I have sang that melody thousands of times to warm up my throat before hitting the stage. Thank you Ennio for pumping us up, being a big part of our inspiration, and a bonding between band, crew, and fan. I will forever think of you as part of the Metallica family.
R. I. P. Maestro Morricone 🙏🏻
With respect,
James ‘papa h’”
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