Cliff Burton Biography To Be Released In June

The English journalist Joel McIver (who wrote the amazing Justice For All book) has recently finished the work of a biography of Cliff Burton. This is the first time ever the entire story of Cliff's life is published. McIver has interviewed people like Kirk Hammett, Fleming Rasmussen, Brian Slagel and loads of others. The book will be released in June but it can already be ordered at Amazon.

Metallica Finally In Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame

Metallica will be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in a ceremony happening April 4th. Three years ago Metallica performed at the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction of Black Sabbath.

Metallica High On Lists Of Last Year's Most Successful Bands

Los Angeles Times reports that Metallica is on the 14th place on the list of which artists made most money during 2008. This is the income from sales of concert tickets, albums and digital downloads combined. According to LA Times, Metallica made $ 56.4 million during 2008. Number one on the list is Madonna. Read more at http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2009/01/madonna-acdc-an.html.
In similar news, Metallilca is the third most sold album in Sweden during 2008. Duffy is number one. Read the entire list at http://www.musikindustrin.se/artikel/384/Duffy_salde_bast_under_2008.html.

Metallica Will Play In Knebworth First Weekend Of August

As revealed earlier by Metallica Today, there will be a Metallica show in Knebworth, UK in the summer. It is now confirmed that this will take place the first weekend of August. I will get back with more details.

Lars Ulrich To Join Deep Purple Reunion?

Classic Rock Magazine reports that the legendary Mark III line-up of Deep Purple are planning a reunion. According to Classic Rock, David Coverdale, Glenn Hughes, Jon Lord and Ritchie Blackmore are up for the reunion. However, since drummer Ian Paice is in the current Deep Purple line-up they need a drummer. This is where Lars Ulrich comes in. Lars says: “If they need a drummer, David Coverdale has my number.”
However, Jon Lord has made a posting on his own webpage where he says he can't see a reunion without Ian Paice.
Read more at http://www.classicrockmagazine.com/news/a-deep-purple-mk-iii-reunion-%e2%80%98count-me-in%e2%80%99-says-lars-ulrich/

Lars Ulrich Mentions His Favorite Album From 2008

Rolling Stone Magazine has asked Lars Ulrich about his favorite alubm from 2008. His favorite is The Sword's Gods Of The Earth. Read the entire article at http://www.rollingstone.com/news/story/25194961/artists_pick_the_best_albums_and_singles_of_2008/4.

Death Magnetic 7th Most Sold Album During 2008

Billboard.com reports that "Death Magnetic" is the 7th most sold album in the US during 2008. The album has sold 1.57 million copies in the US alone. The most sold album during 2008 is Lil Wayne's "The Charter III".

Japanese All Nightmare Long SHM-CD Released

Universal Music Japan has recently released a SHM-CD version of the new All Nightmare Long single. Check it out here:

All Nightmare Long [SHM-CD] [Limited Release]

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More European Summer Metallica Shows?

There will most likely be some more Metallica shows booked during the European summer tour. As revealed earlier by Metallica Today, there are talks about a huge show in Knebworth, UK. There are also talks about a show at Ullevi Stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Last Caress / Green Hell From Los Angeles

Metallica.com has posted footage from last week's show at The Forum in Los Angeles. Last Caress / Green Hell can be seen here:

Complete SO WHAT Collection On Ebay

The fan club magazine SO WHAT has always been the best Metallica magazine around. However, it's quite hard to get hold of the early issues if you weren't a fan club member right from the start. Up for auction is now a complete collection of all 65 (yes, sixty-five!) issues. Check the auction out here:

http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?type=2&campid=5336062526&toolid=10001&customid=&ext=380089852382&item=380089852382

Metallica Interview In USA Today

USA Today has conducted an interview with Lars and Kirk regarding the upcoming Guitar Hero: Metallica game that will be released early next year. Read the entire interview here: http://www.usatoday.com/tech/gaming/2008-12-14-metallica-game-qanda_N.htm

Sad But True From Omaha

Metallica.com has posted some great footage of Sad But True performed in Omaha November 6th. Included is also some footage from the meet and greet.

Metallica To Headline French Festival

Another festival date has been added to Metallica's plans for next summer. July 7th they will peform at Festival De Nimes in France. Read more here: http://www.festivaldenimes.com/

Metallica Wins Prize At Danish Metal Awards

Metallica won the prize for "best international metal album of the year" at the Danish Metal Awards which took place this Saturday (November 15th).

All Nightmare Long To Be Released As Single

December 15th will be the release date of the next Metallica single. This single will feature All Nightmare Long as well as the video for the song. There will also be a special 3 CD collectors edition that will feature unreleased live stuff.

Additional Copenhagen Show Added

Metallica has added a fifth show in Copenhagen. This will take place July 28th. Tickets can be bought at www.billetlugen.dk.

Master Of Puppets Original Artwork Up For Auction

This is something that would be really cool to have! The original artwork for the Master Of Puppets album is now up for auction at Christie's. The expected price is USD 20 000 - 30 000. Check it out here: http://www.christies.com/LotFinder/lot_details.aspx?from=searchresults&pos=3&intObjectID=5144942&sid=36c36f5d-cb03-44a7-a903-fbd94bc6bf7a

Metallica 2009 Calendar Available

The official Metallica calendar for 2009 is now available at Amazon for $16.99. Check it out here:

More European Metallica Dates Added

The European tour next spring/summer now looks like this:

02/25/2009 Nottingham, GBR Trent FM Arena
02/26/2009 Manchester, GBR MEN Arena
02/28/2009 Sheffield, GBR Sheffield Arena
03/02/2009 London, GBR O2 Arena
03/03/2009 Newcastle, GBR Metro Radio Arena
03/05/2009 Antwerp, BEL Sportpaleis
03/07/2009 Stockholm, SWE Globen
03/08/2009 Stockholm, SWE Globen
03/25/2009 Birmingham, GBR LG NEC Arena
03/26/2009 Glasgow, GBR SECC Arena
03/28/2009 London, GBR O2 Arena
03/30/2009 Rotterdam, NLD Ahoy
04/01/2009 Paris, FRA Palais Omnisport de Bercy
04/02/2009 Paris, FRA Palais Omnisport de Bercy
05/06/2009 Munich, DEU Olympiahalle
05/07/2009 Leipzig, DEU Leipzig Arena
05/09/2009 Stuttgart, DEU Schleyerhalle
05/11/2009 Frankfurt, DEU Festhalle
05/12/2009 Hamburg, DEU Colorline Arena
05/14/2009 Vienna, AUT Stadthalle
05/16/2009 Oberhausen, DEU Kopi-Arena
05/17/2009 Cologne, DEU Lanxess Arena
06/14/2009 Helsinki, FIN Hartwall Arena
06/15/2009 Helsinki, FIN Hartwall Arena
06/17/2009 Oslo, NOR Spektrum
06/22/2009 Milan, ITA Datch Forum
06/24/2009 Rome, ITA Palalottomatica
07/13/2009 Madrid, ESP Palacio de Deportes
07/16/2009 Zurich, CHE Hallenstadion
07/20/2009 Copenhagen, DNK Copenhagen Forum
07/22/2009 Copenhagen, DNK Copenhagen Forum
07/23/2009 Copenhagen, DNK Copenhagen Forum
07/27/2009 Copenhagen, DNK Copenhagen Forum