About a decade ago, Metallica were planning to release an expanded edition of their “No Life ‘Til Leather” demo tape. However, the reissue never materialized due to a dispute involving songwriting credits. At the time, former guitarist Dave Mustaine (Megadeth) took issue with drummer Lars Ulrich receiving credit for songs he didn’t write. Now, during…
During a recent interview with Revolver, Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine futher discussed his relationship with his former Metallica bandmates James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich. The frontman believes a tour featuring both acts would help “make everything right.” Mustaine said the following when asked if he wishes he maintained a friendship with Hetfield and Ulrich: “You know,…
During a recent interview with Spin, ex-Metallica guitarist Dave Mustaine (Megadeth) opened about his relationship with the band’s guitarist/vocalist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich. According to him, he “really [does] love those guys.” Mustaine had the following to say when asked about Megadeth’s decision to record a cover of Metallica’s “Ride The Lightning” for…
During a recent appearance on “The Howard Stern Show,” Metallica’s Lars Ulrich was asked if the band would be open to performing during the Super Bowl next year since it will be located near their home base in San Francisco, CA. Ulrich says he would love to perform at the event, which will take place…
On March 11, Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich will be making an appearance at the Austin Convention Center in Austin, TX as part of this year’s SXSW (South By Southwest). He will be discussing the band’s relationship with their fans. Metallica commented: “For over 35 years, Austin, Texas, has become the center of the music, film,…
According to Deadline, Metallica’s Lars Ulrich and Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith are set to make cameos in the “This Is Spinal Tap” sequel. That film is currently in production in New Orleans, LA. The movie is being directed by Rob Reiner and it will find Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer reprising…
Torben Ulrich, the father of Metallica’s Lars Ulrich, has sadly passed away at the age of 95. The drummer shared the following tribute on Instagram: “Torben Ulrich: 1928-2023. 95 years of adventures, unique experiences, curiosity, pushing boundaries, challenging the status quo, tennis, music, art, writing….and quite a bit of Danish contrarian attitude. Thank you endlessly!…
During a new episode of “The Metallica Report,” Metallica guitarist/vocalist James Hetfield discussed the rehearsals for the band’s set at the Power Trip festival in Indio, CA. Notably, he also revealed that drummer Lars Ulrich “never rehearsed” for the group’s shows until several years ago. Hetfield said the following: “An interesting fact: Lars never rehearsed…
During a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Metallica’s Lars Ulrich shared his thoughts on the current state of heavy music. The drummer believes “hard rock is more of a subculture and less mainstream than it’s been.” Ulrich said the following when asked if the mainstream better understands heavier music in the modern age: “We’ve probably…
Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich has revealed that he was recently invited to write a new introduction for the latest edition Of Hunter S. Thompson’s “Screwjack.” He said the following about that: “Beyond psyched to have had the opportunity to write an introduction for the latest edition of Hunter S. Thompson’s ’91 collection of short stories,…
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