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Metallica group hug: James Hetfield gets emotional onstage about playing confidence, shares hug with band

“[I was] feeling a little bit insecure, like I'm an old guy, can't play anymore, all this bullshit that I tell myself in my head.”
Industry

Metallica’s James Hetfield supported The Darkness’ Justin Hawkins during his struggles with alcohol

The Darkness frontman couldn’t praise his kindness and support enough in a recent YouTube video.
Features

5 pieces of iconic guitar gear that were lost… and are still missing today

Will we ever solve the mystery of these lost parts of rock ‘n’ roll history? Maybe we can help you find them.
Features

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

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

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

Due to James Hetfield’s ongoing fight against addiction.
Music

Watch: James Hetfield returns to the stage with an Eddie Money tribute

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

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