James Hetfield News

Former Metallica star Jason Newsted reveals cancer battle
4 May 2026

Metallica bassist Jason Newsted reveals cancer battle for first time

Metallica bassist Jason Newsted has been declared free and clear after a battle with throat cancer.
James Hetfield asked his partner to be his wife while swimming with sharks
15 March 2026

'In a sea full of fish, we caught each other': Metallica frontman James Hetfield proposes to girlfriend while snorkeling with sharks

Metallica frontman James Hetfield proposed to his...
Dave Mustaine performing in Austin, Texas
4 March 2026

Dave Mustaine says Metallica spent years trying to 'hold him back'

Dave Mustaine has claimed that Metallica spent years trying to hold him back.
Photo: Avalon
22 January 2026

Dave Mustaine calls for Megadeth and Metallica joint tour to clear the air

Dave Mustaine says he wants Megadeth and Metallica to hit the road together in an effort to make...
Dave Mustaine says he has covered Metallica in tribute to James Hetfield
31 October 2025

Dave Mustaine has covered Metallica to show his huge 'respect' to James Hetfield

Dave Mustaine has recorded a cover of Metallicas Ride The Lightning as a tribute to James...
Metallica 'can't wait' to perform at Black Sabbath's final show
6 February 2025

'Our admiration runs deep!' Metallica 'can't wait' to perform at Black Sabbath's final show

Metallica cant wait to join Black Sabbath for their last-ever concert.
Metallica have donated $500,000 to the Los Angeles wildfires relief efforts
14 January 2025

Metallica donate $500k to Los Angeles wildfires relief efforts

Metallica have donated 500,000 to the Los Angeles wildfires relief efforts.
Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo reveals his outlook on songwriting
2 January 2025

Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo reveals why he doesn't write more songs

Robert Trujillo doesnt mind not writing more songs for Metallica.
Metallica's Helping Hands Concert and Auction is back this December
23 July 2024

Metallica set December date for All Within My Hands charity concert

Metallica have announced details of their All Within My Hands charity concert and auction.
Metallica's Black Album becomes 4th album in history to mark huge chart milestone
16 July 2024

Metallica's Black Album becomes 4th album in history to mark huge chart milestone

Metallicas Black Album has become the fourth album in history to spend 750 weeks on the...
James Hetfield still has nightmares before Metallica tours
4 June 2024

Metallica legend James Hetfield still has 'nightmares' before going on tour

James Hetfield still has nightmares before going on tour with Metallica.
Library Of Congress 2024 Gershwin Prize
23 May 2024

Metallica's James Hetfield inspired by Sir Elton John in latest writing sessions

Metallicas James Hetfield has been busy penning new music and revealed hes been inspired by...
James Hetfield wants a microphone with a straw
9 January 2024

Metallica's James Hetfield wants microphone with surprising built in feature

James Hetfield wants someone to create a microphone with built-in straws.
James Hetfield is taking precautions after contracting COVID-19
4 September 2023

Metallica reschedule Glendale gig after James Hetfield tested positive for COVID-19

Metallica pulled out of their concert in Glendale, Arizona on Sunday 03.09.23 after...
Metallica forked out for the venue's cushions after they were used as frisbees by fans
2 August 2023

Metallica forked out $300k for cushions gig-goers destroyed at arena show

Metallica got charged hundreds of thousands of pounds for cushions destroyed by fans at Long Beach...
Kirk Hammett has a new approach to life since quitting booze
3 May 2023

'I would just lash out': Metallica's Kirk Hammett nearly 9 years sober

Metallicas axe-slayer Kirk Hammett is almost nine years sober.
Metallica are closing in on their first UK number one album since 2008
20 April 2023

Metallica closing in on UK number 1 album with 72 Seasons

Metallica are closing in on their first UK number one album since 2008.
Lars Ulrich has revealed he and his bandmates no longer have an 'intense' time in the studio together
14 April 2023

Metallica's latest album 72 Seasons was their 'most friction-free' to make

Metallicas latest album 72 Seasons was their most friction-free record to make.
Metallica buy vinyl pressing plant
16 March 2023

Metallica buy stake in vinyl pressing plant

Metallica have purchased a majority stake in a vinyl pressing plant.
Metallica have been teasing fans with a preview of the track on TikTok
1 March 2023

Metallica to release new song If Darkness Had A Son today!

Metallica will release their next single, If Darkness Had A Son, today 01.03.23.
Metallica have raised millions of dollars for various causes since launching All Within My Hands in 2017
9 February 2023

Metallica's Helping Hands benefit raises $3m for charity

Metallicas latest Helping Hands benefit raised 3 million 2.4 million for charity.
Metallica thanked their fans for being 'vigilant'
6 December 2022

Metallica issue warning to fans over fake crypto scams

Metallica have warned fans about crypto scams offering giveaways for their new music and tour.
Metallica will be on the road 2023 through to 2024
29 November 2022

Metallica are back! New album and mammoth world tour confirmed

Metallica have announced their first album in six years, 72 Seasons, and a world tour.
Metallica are releasing a new album and heading on a huge world tour
28 November 2022

Metallica releasing new album and heading on huge world tour

Metallica are releasing a new album and heading on a huge world tour.