James Hetfield-Guitars,Vocals
What are James' vitals?
James Alan Hetfield hatched in Los Angeles, California on August
3rd, 1963. He stands 6'1" and weighs 180 lbs.
What equipment does he use?
James uses mostly ESP Explorer guitar's with EMG pick-ups
and Ernie Ball strings, Mesa Boogie amp's are James' main set up.
James uses many different guitar/amp combo's for different sounds
in the studio. Check out What Metallica Plays for more of James'
equipment!
Has James ever been married?
James recently married his long time girlfriend,
Francesca.
What happened to James' hair between the
Roam tour and the summer 1994 tour?
He was involved in an ATV accident while hunting which
required 40 stitches in his head. Then he quite simply got it
cut... Before the release of the Load Album James got his hair
cut, this time even more of it went!
What does James drive?
James has a Chevy Blazer and a Dodge Ram Pick-Up
James' skull ring and wolf pendant where
did he get them?
The ring formerly belonged to Cliff. The pendant is from a
store called The Great Frog in London (the same place that Cliff
got the skull ring.)
Have the he ever recorded for anyone
besides Metallica?
James has recorded backing vox for "Twist of
Cain" and "Am I Demon?" on Danzig's first album,
James also appears on a guest vocals on "Man Or Ash" on
Corrosion of Conformity's "Wiseblood" album, and on Jim
Martin's recent solo album.
What happened at the Montreal show 8-8-92,
Why did James get burned?
The band was informed of a pyro change... Pyro would be
ignited along the "wings" of the stage during
"Fade To Black". The Pyro-tech however, failed to
inform the band that new pyro would be going ALONG with the old
pyro. Assuming that the new pyro canceled out the previous pyro;
James stood atop of where the old pyro occurred, a 12 foot flame
was ignited, severely burning his left hand and that side of his
body.
Why did James switch from the Flying V to
the Explorer?
The Explorer was James' back up guitar. When the 'V's'
neck broke, he switched to the back up guitar, only to discover
that the Explorer was perfect for James. James recently started
playing a new ESP Flying V on tour.
The liner notes say: James-guitar and
Kirk-guitar. What does James play?
James is responsible for the great majority of the guitar
work in recorded Metallica. James handles all the rhythm guitar
and most melody and harmony guitars, not to mention the acoustics
and the occasional guitar solo. Kirk's duties on the albums are
mostly for the full blown lead guitar solos; although with the
latest Metallica album's Load and Re-Load the guitar duties for
both Metallica guitar players has expanded quite a bit.. Both
have played rhythm, and both have played leads.
What sports teams does James follow?
James is lifelong, diehard Raiders fan; recently his
interest has also included hockey's San Jose Sharks.
What are his favorite foods?
Mexican, Meat and Potatoes, Beer.
Has James been in any other bands?
Obsession, Phantom Lord, Leather Charm
What is James' favorite Venom album?
"Welcome to Hell"
What does James do in his free time?
James is an avid hunter.
Who were his main influences?
Black Sabbath, Motorhead, Ted Nugent.
What jobs has he had before Metallica?
James has worked in a sticker factory, as a high school janitor, and as a mover.
Does James still skateboard?
No, but rumors abound that past tour contracts have included a "NO SKATEBOARDING" clause, just in case. He has recently taken to Snowboarding, apparently it has a slightly softer landing.
Lars Ulrich-Drums
What are Lars' vitals?
Lars Ulrich found talking in Gentofte, Denmark on December
26th, 1963; he is 5'7" tall and weighs 130 lbs.
Is Lars married?
Lars married Skylar in early 1997.
What equipment does Lars use?
Lars plays Star Classic Maple Drums with Remo heads and
Zildjian Brilliant cymbals, for more on his equipment check out:
What Metallica Plays!
What does Lars drive?
A Porsche, Chevy Blazer and a Range Rover.
Lars, where is he from?
Gentofte (North of Copenhagen), Denmark.
Has he recorded for any bands besides
Metallica?
Lars has recorded a drum track with Mercyful Fate for a
remake of their song "Return of the Vampire."
What does he drink?
Lars likes Coors Light and Bombay Sapphire Martinis.
What sports teams does he follow?
Lars follows the San Jose Sharks, the 49ers and the Tampa
Bay Buccaneers.
What are Lars' favorite foods?
Taco Bell, Cheese, Mayonnaise and French food.
Has Lars been in any other bands?
No, Metallica has been Lars' one and only band.
Is it true that Lars sings sometimes?
Metallica, on occasion has been known to switch around the
instrument's on "Am I Evil?" The (un)usual arrangement
is Lars on Vox, James on drums, Jason on guitar, Kirk on bass.
Lars claims this is his "Bruce Dickinson
impersonation." This is not a very regular happening, maybe
five times ever. Lars has also lent his vocal talents on the
"...AJFA" album, contributing the "Wizard of
Oz" style intro to Frayed Ends Of Sanity!
With what heavy metal band did Lars first
become interested with the Metal Scene?
Deep Purple
What does he like to do when he gets time
away from Metallica?
Lars Ulrich likes to scuba diving, skiing, going to the
movies and Oasis.
What other bands influenced Lars?
Lars Ulrich: DiamondHead, Motorhead, Deep Purple
Why did Lars thank Jethro Tull when they
won the Grammy in 1992?
Jethro Tull won the award that many think Metallica
deserved in 1989. The "thanks to Jethro Tull for NOT putting
out an album this year," was an underhanded salute to the
Industry for not recognizing Metallica in 1989.
What jobs has he held?
Lars was once a paper boy, and also worked at a gas
station; Oasis promoter.
Kirk Hammett-Lead Guitars
What are Kirk's vitals?
Kirk Lee Hammett brought back to life in San Francisco,
California on November 18th, 1962; he is 5'7" and 134 lbs.
Is Kirk married?
Kirk married Lani on January 31, 1998 in Hawaii.
What guitar equipment does Kirk use?
Various ESP, along with various vintage guitars, uses Dean
Markely strings. Mesa Boogie Amps. Check out What Metallica Plays
for more of Kirk's equipment!
What does he drive?
A Porsche, LandCruiser and a mountain bike.
Has Kirk recorded for anyone besides
Metallica?
Kirk's old Exodus demo's have been seen floating around,
he has also recorded a track with Les Claypool and Mike Bordin
set for possible future release (by Primus?), he also produced
demo's for Death Angel, he has also recorded solo's for Pushead's
band 'Septic Death.'
What does Kirk like to drink?
Kirk likes Martini's and Guinness.
The liner notes say: James-guitar and
Kirk-guitar. What does Kirk do?
Kirk's duties on the albums are mostly for the full-blown
lead guitar solos, On the new albums Load and Re-Load, Kirk's
role as guitar player has expanded to playing a more important
role in the overall sound.
Which sports teams does he follow?
Kirk is quoted as saying: "I hate sports!"
What are Kirk's favorite foods?
Sushi and Martini's.
Was Kirk in any bands besides Metallica?
Kirk was a founding member of San Francisco's Exodus.
What does like to do in his off time?
Kirk Hammett likes to mountain bike and collect horror
movie related stuff, along with piercing assorted body parts.
Does Kirk have a tattoo?
Kirk's tattoo was a present to himself for Christmas 1995,
it reads: "Born in SF 11-18-62." It's wrapped around
his belly button. He also has hot rod flames on his thighs.
Who does he credit as his influences?
Jimi Hendrix, UFO, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, Led
Zeppelin, Kiss and Joe Satriani.
What jobs has Kirk worked?
Kirk once worked at Burger King and as a dishwasher.
Jason Newsted-Bass
What are Jason's vitals?
Jason Curtis Newsted was found jamming in Battle Creek,
Michigan on March 4th, 1963; he is 5'9" and weighs 150 lbs.
What bass guitar equipment does he use?
Jason plays bass (and lots of 'em) currently he plays
Sadowsky basses live, he uses La Bella strings and uses Ampeg
amongst other equipment. Check out What Metallica Plays for more
of Jason's equipment!
Has he recorded for anyone other than
Metallica?
Jason has many side projects. His former band Flotsam
& Jetsam also released two albums with Jason's work on it.
Look for Jason's songwriting on Jim Martin's debut album Milk
& Blood, and on Voivod's Phobos.
What was with Jason saying that he'd rather
be in an all Elvis cover band?
Jason's comments were about the lack of bass presence on
the "..AJFA" album. He has also said that he would be
in Metallica until he is physically (or mentally) unable to do
so.
What is Jason's drink of choice?
Jason has a penchant for fine, thick red wine.
What sports teams does Jason follow?
Jason follows the Phoenix Suns, the Chicago Bulls on the
NBA, and the Detroit Lions and the Raiders in the NFL.
What are Jason's favorite foods?
BBQ anything!
Who are Flotsam & Jetsam?
Jason's first band, they recorded an album with Jason
before he took over the bass duties in Metallica.
When was Jason's last gig with Flotsam and
Jetsam?
October 31st, (Halloween night), 1986.
What was Jason's first show with Metallica?
Jason's first gig with Metallica was opening for Metal
Church at The Country Club in Reseda in the first week of
November 1986. His second gig was the very next night at
Jezabelle's in Anaheim.
What does he like to do in his off-time?
Jason Newsted likes to mountain bike and play basketball.
Is Jason's brother really a teacher?
Yes, Jason's brother, Tim Newsted, teaches Elementary
School.
Who are His influences?
Jason credits Kiss, Rush, Black Sabbath and Ted Nugent
Why did Jason cut his hair?
It was fried from concert lighting and smoke etc.
What is Tommy's Joint?
Tommy's Joint is a Hoffbrau (meat, potatoes and BEER!!!)
located in San Francisco and was a hangout of Metallica's, it is
also the place where Jason was asked to join the band!
What's going on at the end of the
"Roam" video, why is Jason being attacked with pies?
When touring, Jason's (and other band members) birthdays
are celebrated by drenching with pies and other available
materials.
What does he drive?
Jason has a 1967 Ford Mustang (289, stock) and a
LandCruiser.
