James Hetfield

Features

Five cheap ‘off-brand’ guitars that rocked the world

16th July 2021

Not all guitar icons needed big-name guitars to carve out their rock ‘n’ roll legacy. Here are five players who went their own way when it came to gear.

Beginner

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.

Music

Metallica cancel Louder Than Life and Sonic Temple festival dates

25th February 2020

Due to James Hetfield’s ongoing fight against addiction.

Music

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.

Gear

ESP announces the James Hetfield Signature LTD Snakebyte SE Baritone

20th November 2018

It’s a replica of the Metallica frontman’s current axe.