The Week of October 30, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée have a lot of ground to cover. First, our hosts ask Robert Trujillo and artist Rhys Cooper about Metallica’s return to Australia. Then, in the Spooky Season spirit, James and Robert chime in on what horror is to them.

Finally, Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills joins the podcast to discuss “A Work of Art,” the band’s song and extended music video for the new horror film “Terrifier 3,” and his lifelong love of slasher films.

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Ice Nine Kills: https://iceninekills.com   

“A Work of Art” Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9TzUxGPbI0 

Rhys Cooper: https://www.instagram.com/rhyscooperart 

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The week of October 23, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

In honor of World Mental Health Day, Steffan and Renée tackle the important issue of self-care with James and Kirk, as Metallica’s guitarists share their secrets for staying healthy both in mind and body. 

James discusses meditation—how it has helped him, the many forms it takes, and why sometimes disengaging from the world is necessary.

Kirk focuses on nutrition and his strategy for taking care of his body on the road. He travels with a little kitchen, ready to be set up in any hotel room in the world, so he can enjoy homemade soup and salads, often using vegetables from his own gardens.

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World Mental Health Day:  https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day

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The week of October 16, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

It’s all about Metallica Remastered, the new machine from the premier pinball game designers and manufacturers at Stern Pinball. Renée moderates a roundtable discussion of the evolution of the game with Stern’s Director of Licensing and Marketing, Jody Dankberg, artist and designer of the graphics, Rhys Cooper, and our in-house Pinball Wizard, HQ’s own Jeff Yeager.

The”Pinball Committee” collaborated for almost two years to update the original Metallica game, released in 2013. Adding eight new songs, expanded gameplay, live video footage, additional game modes, and all the new technology was a labor of love for this team.  

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Stern Pinball: https://sternpinball.com/

Rhys Cooper: https://studioseppuku.bigcartel.com/

Metallica Store: https://www.metallica.com/store/stern-pinball/

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The week of October 9, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan and Renée are joined by Kirk Hammett to discuss one of the most revered guitars in rock and roll history: Greeny. One part Gibson Les Paul Standard and one part magic, Kirk gushes about his relationship with what he has dubbed “The People’s Guitar.” But even the best guitars and guitarists are incomplete without a kick-ass tech, so Kirk shares some insight into the final piece of his power trio, the multi-talented Justin Crew.

James Hetfield stops in to share what about M72 2023 & 2024 will be carried over to future performances and why “mistakes” are nothing to be afraid of.

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An Interview with Metallica’s Techs: http://metallica.lnk.to/sw-backline

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The week of October 2, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan gives Renée —and all of us—the lowdown on how Metallica’s two weekends in Mexico City wrapped up, including updates on support acts, Lucha Libre, Robert’s Spanish, James’ take on Robert and Kirk’s spotlight in the set, and the way metal is deeply rooted in the region’s culture.

Episode 60 guest Karla Farrugia (Mexitallica Chapter Head) turned Steffan on to local metal band S7N, who started their career playing Metallica covers before releasing original music. The band toured five maximum-security prisons in Mexico City for their documentary, “Sin Barreras,” which just won three awards at Cannes. Steffan spoke to the film’s directors Gonzalo Figueroa and Louisa Melo to learn why music is at the heart of their film, and to S7N frontman, Mao Kanto, about why this was such a profound experience for the band.

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Upcoming M72 Tour Dates: https://www.metallica.com/tour 

S7N: https://s7nmusic.bandcamp.com/album/fearless 

“Sin Barreras” Trailer: https://youtu.be/1pmtEqCrArs 

Metallica Marching Band Competition: https://www.metallicamarchingband.com 

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The week of September 25, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

We hear an excerpt of James Hetfield’s conversation about his relationship with Cliff Burton, as delivered by one of the driving forces behind “Orion: A Tribute to Cliff Burton,” Dan Nykolayko. Joining Steffan, Dan also discusses this final installment of the exhibit, and what he learned about the iconic bassist.

While in Mexico City, Steffan takes to the floor to catch up with members of the local fan club chapter, Mexitallica, who live up to their reputation as some of the most passionate Metallica fans in the world!

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Orion: A Tribute to Cliff Burton: https://www.metallica.com/museum 

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The week of September 18, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

The Metallica Machine is revving up to take on Mexico City! The band is set to play four nights over the next two weekends at Estadio GNP Seguros, and for their part, Steffan and Renée are getting ready by chatting with Mexitallica Chapter Head Karla Farrugia. Karla shares her perspective on why Metallica and Mexico City are such a special combination and relives some of her - and our - favorite Metalli-moments in CDMX.

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Upcoming M72 Tour Dates: https://www.metallica.com/tour  

Orgullo, Pasión, y Gloria: Tres Noches en la Ciudad de México: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/orgullo-pasion-y-gloria-tres-noches-en-mexico/umc.cmc.7jf728n2z5llf6w549nbfral0

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The week of September 11, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan chats with one of Kirk Hammett’s old schoolmates… you may have heard of him. The one and only Les Claypool, the creative force behind Primus, joins the podcast to share some teenage algebra class memories. And as any good reporter would do, Renée follows up with Kirk for his take on those early days.

Then, our hosts catch up with Jeff Yeager and Brett Murray, the documentarians behind the cameras at every single Metallica tour stop. How many photos do they take a night? How do they pick their shots? Until what time in the wee hours of the morning do they work?! Find out all of that and more on this week’s episode!

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Les Claypool: https://lesclaypool.com 

South of the Pumphouse: https://www.amazon.com/South-Pumphouse-Claypool/dp/1933354062 

Photos by Jeff Yeager on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/photosbyjeffyeager 

Brett Murray Photography on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brettmurrayphotography 

#MetallicaGivesBack Tour Donations: https://www.allwithinmyhands.org/metallica-gives-back-on-tour.html 

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The week of September 4, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Steffan catches a ride with the bass player in Seattle and learns how Robert and Kirk craft their city-specific original compositions, more quaintly known as “doodles.”

Then, Dan Nykolayko, Metallica’s Director of Digital Content, returns to share a few nuggets from the latest release of “Orion: A Tribute to Cliff Burton,” including a clip from Metallica’s own Kirk Hammett.

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Orion: A Tribute To Cliff Burton: https://metallica.com/museum

Maya Neelakantan Performs "Master Of Puppets": https://youtu.be/-4pRhWAi80s?si=1DvVHtVUSqV72MXk 

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The week of August 28, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Our two favorite guitarists stop by for a little chat with Steffan and Renée. 

With Metallica getting ready to hit the stage at Lumen Field this weekend, Kirk thinks back to another visit to Seattle, 35 years ago, when the band played possibly the fastest version of “Whiplash” we’ve ever heard. 

Then, James talks Westerns and what it was like on the set of The Thicket, the new film starring Peter Dinklage and Juliette Lewis. The film also features none other than Papa Het in his element out in the wilderness.

Finally, Eric Johnson, Metallica’s Tour Manager, shares his version of life on the road and how he stays busy during the downtime with his own artistic expression. 

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Listen to “Whiplash (Live - Seattle ’89)”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARtT6oyjR38 

Watch the Official Trailer for The Thicket: https://youtu.be/evc3S29-C2A 

Eric Johnson’s Seattle Art Show: https://www.minimartcitypark.com/events/2024/9/6/the-golden-cage-trapped-at-work 

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The week of August 21, 2024 on The Metallica Report…

Life on tour can often feel incredibly serious, so James shares the importance of having a solid sense of humor! Steffan chats with our favorite frontman about his silly, sarcastic side. 

Then Steff and Renée are joined by Jeff Yeager, Metallica's Content & Network Manager/Tour Photographer/Jack-of-All-Trades, for an inside look at how the band’s ever-changing setlists come together.

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