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Nov 2023
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Episode 15: Robert with Suicidal Tendenc...

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November 8, 2023

This week on The Metallica Report…


Steffan and Renée check in with details about the weekend from deep in the bowels of the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.


Rob Trujillo updates us on his whirlwind weekend in Mexico City, where he filled in on bass for his son, Tye. This wasn’t just any substitute gig… he was joining Suicidal Tendencies for a full set for the first time in 27 years!!


Renée reports back about two of our Weekend Takeover activities: volunteering with the Metallica Family at the St. Louis Area Foodbank and bowling with fans, the crew, and KSHE radio.


Steffan shares stories of personal connections between James and the fans attending his book signing at Left Bank Books for the upcoming release of Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield.


Last but not least, we get a Metallica Marching Band Competition update, including some clips of a few performances Steff and Renée have enjoyed so far. If you want your school’s band to compete, get those entries submitted by November 16!


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Suicidal Tendencies: https://suicidaltendenciesofficial.com

St. Louis Area Foodbank: https://stlfoodbank.org

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Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield book: http://metallica.lnk.to/Messengers 

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

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