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Metallica donate $279K to fund pediatric hospital in Romania
Metallica just donated 250,000 euros, or $279,000, to a Romanian association that plans to build the country’s first pediatric oncology hospital. The association is called Daruieste Viata, which means Give Life. The band made the donation right before their sold-out concert in Bucharest on Wednesday. Read more: Billie Eilish says it’s “unfair” when popularity increases […]
Top 10 metal soundtracks that took movies to the next level
Soundtracks are an important part of movies, but given they mostly want to appeal to a wide audience, metal is often left out of the film industry. When a heavy band does make it into a movie, it’s something fans celebrate for years to come, even if the majority of the movie’s audience doesn’t always […]
Metallica fan who scared off cougar gets phone call from James Hetfield
One Metallica fan used one of the band’s songs to combat a wild animal and it turns out, it actually worked. Now, the band have contacted her in honor of her viral story. Read more: While She Sleeps launch merch highlighting reality of streaming statistics To backtrack, Canadian woman Dee Gallant discussed an encounter she […]
Metallica song gives heavy feel to ‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare’ trailer
“Enter Sandman” from Metallica is one of the most iconic metal songs in existence, and the makers of Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare are bringing its energy to the new multiplayer trailer for the game’s soft reboot. The classic track from the band’s ’91 self-titled Black Album pairs along perfectly with the games fast-paced gameplay creating […]
Black Sabbath tour flier from first show under iconic name surfaces
Black Sabbath began their journey to change music on this day 50 years ago, playing their first set under the moniker that would label their rise to greatness. Previously known as Earth, on Aug. 1, 1969 at the at The Pokey Hole blues club in Frog Street, Lichfield, Englan Black Sabbath was born. Read more: […]
Metallica bringing “S&M2” concert to select theaters for one day only
Metallica will be streaming their upcoming “S&M2” concert to movie theaters worldwide for one special night. Last March, the band announced they’d be performing two special shows to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their 1999 orchestral album and film S&M. Read more: Vans updates classic style with artistic spin in latest shoe design The shows […]
Metallica fan plays “Don’t Tread on Me” to scare away wild cougar
One Metallica fan used one of the band’s songs to combat a wild animal and it turns out, it actually worked. Canadian woman Dee Gallant recently discussed an encounter she had with a cougar and how she used heavy metal to save herself. Read more: Tom Morello announces Fall Offensive solo tour dates in North […]
Can you identify these musicians by their Funko Pop! figures?
The Funko Pop! craze has officially reached epic proportions. It’s come to the point that loyal fans are even creating their own custom figures of their favorite artists not included in the knick-knack catalog. But how accurate are these square-headed likenesses to the original characters? The only way to find out is to test your […]
Metallica condemned by congressman for Live Nation ticket scheme
A congressman has called out Metallica after it was discovered they allegedly partnered with Live Nation to sell portions of their tickets directly to resellers. To backtrack, Billboard published the news a few days ago about the ordeal. Read more: twenty one pilots get Funko! Pop makeover for the Clique Convention Billboard obtained a recording […]
Metallica rep, Live Nation partnered on ticket resale scheme
Online ticket scalping is an incredibly shady and lucrative business, but it looks like Metallica and Live Nation have been supporting it. According to Billboard, the band allegedly partnered with the entertainment giant to sell portions of their tickets directly to resellers. Read More: ‘Rick and Morty’ teaser reveals ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ director’s character Billboard obtained a recording of an 11-minute phone […]
Metallica fans can buy puzzles of first four album covers
Metallica fans can now acquire the band’s first four album covers in jigsaw puzzle form for some rock ‘n roll yet wholesome fun. Rock Saws, a rock puzzle branch of toymakers Zee Productions, just created puzzles in the past of Slayer, Iron Maiden and more. Read more: With Confidence announce fall U.S. tour with Seaway, […]
Sum 41 honor Metallica with 5-minute medley jam session
Sum 41 recently performed a five-minute medley of Metallica songs at the SiriusXM studios. The medley consists of songs such as “For Whom The Bell Tolls,” “Enter Sandman” and “Master Of Puppets.” Read more: Hayley Kiyoko is spellbound in witchy “I Wish” music video The band has showed their love for Metallica back in 2017, […]
Metallica concert brings 1% of Finland's population together
Metallica are a big enough band that drawing tens of thousands of fans to one of their shows isn’t unheard of. What is surprising though is bringing 1% of a country’s population together for a night of heavy metal. Read More: Post Malone expands his cannabis business with hemp offshoot The kings of thrash metal did […]
Metallica reveal upcoming children’s book about ABCs of their career
Metallica are gearing up to drop something that will help the children in your life start loving rock ‘n roll at an early age. The band just announced they will be dropping their very own children’s book The ABCs Of Metallica. Read more: Kevin Lyman hints at ’90s act replacing Good Charlotte for Warped Tour […]
Metallica, twenty one pilots among highest-grossing 2019 tours so far
A list of the highest-grossing tours of 2019 so far has released, and some of our favorites including twenty one pilots, Panic! At The Disco and Metallica are on top. The list, unveiled via Pollstar, sheds an interesting light on tours making a ton of money this year. Read more: Post Malone drives while holding […]
Miley Cyrus recruits Ashley O, Lil Nas X for meme-filled Glastonbury set
Miley Cyrus took her Black Mirror character Ashley O. to Glastonbury Music Festival, and brought out her dad and Lil Nas X for a special performance. First, she did a special performance of the song from the show “On A Roll,” which is actually a reworking of a Nine Inch Nails track. Read more: ‘Guardians Of […]
Metallica frontman James Hetfield rocks Slayer sing-along while driving
Metallica main man James Hetfield is known to listen to some rad tunes while driving, but it’s pretty sweet he’s sharing his love for Slayer with the world. The guitarist and vocalist posted a video to his Instagram of him driving down a highway tearing it up to Slayer’s “Angel Of Death.” Read More: J.K. Rowling faces backlash for […]
14 bands who have performed under different names
Can you imagine Fall Out Boy going by any other name? Well, they did, and they certainly weren’t alone. Check out nine bands who have performed under a different name at a secret show, festivals and more. Read more: ‘Black Mirror’ creators “vaguely aware” of Halsey, deny Ashley O. theories 1. Arctic Monkeys – The […]
Avenged Sevenfold auctioning used gear for youth music charity
Avenged Sevenfold are putting their fame to a good cause hosting an auction of some of their old music gear. The band are launching an online shop with over 20 pieces of gear and memorabilia from across their career for fans to help support a good cause. Read More: Robert Pattinson officially cast as Batman in […]
Metallica singer James Hetfield has solo Motörhead jam session in his car
Metallica frontman James Hetfield just showed his love of Motörhead on Instagram and we are here for it. The Metallica Instagram account posted a video of the musician rocking out to the band’s song “Ace Of Spades.” Read more: ‘Stranger Things’ prequel comic introduces Eleven’s fellow test subject “Happy Memorial Weekend!!!” the caption read. […]
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