Metallica

About

Metallica is an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1981 by vocalist and guitarist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich, and later based primarily in San Francisco. The band is regarded as one of the leading acts in thrash metal, alongside Megadeth, Anthrax, and Slayer. Its core lineup has long consisted of Hetfield, Ulrich, lead guitarist Kirk Hammett, and bassist Robert Trujillo. Former members include Dave Mustaine, who later formed Megadeth, and bassists Ron McGovney, Cliff Burton, and Jason Newsted.

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  Metallica: M72 World Tour | Enhanced Experiences

  Stadion Letzigrund · Zürich · Switzerland · 2026-05-27
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  Metallica: M72 World Tour

  Stadion Letzigrund · Zürich · Switzerland · 2026-05-27
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  Metallica: M72 World Tour | Enhanced Experiences - Snake Pit

  Stadion Letzigrund · Zürich · Switzerland · 2026-05-27
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  Pantera, Metallica, Sepulutra, Rammstein, Danzig tributes at Garden Amp

  Garden Amphitheatre · Garden Grove · United States Of America · 2026-05-29
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  Damage Inc - The Australian Metallica Tribute Band

  The Regent Theatre · Richmond · Australia · 2026-05-30
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  Metallica: M72 World Tour | Enhanced Experiences - Snake Pit

  Berlin · Germany · 2026-05-30
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