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Learn to play guitar like James Hetfield in five minutes
9th June 2021
Metallica’s king of riffs and rhythm has inspired countless players, here’s how to nail his crushing technique.
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Metallica cancel Louder Than Life and Sonic Temple festival dates
25th February 2020
Due to James Hetfield’s ongoing fight against addiction.
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Watch: James Hetfield returns to the stage with an Eddie Money tribute
24th February 2020
The Metallica frontman played an acoustic rendition of Baby Hold On at the late singer’s tribute show.
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ESP announces the James Hetfield Signature LTD Snakebyte SE Baritone
20th November 2018
It’s a replica of the Metallica frontman’s current axe.
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