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Episode 56: James Hetfield; Metallica's ...

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The week of August 21, 2014 on The Metallica Report…


Life on tour can often feel incredibly serious, so James shares the importance of having a solid sense of humor! Steffan chats with our favorite frontman about his silly, sarcastic side. 


Then Steff and Renée are joined by Jeff Yeager, Metallica's Content & Network Manager/Tour Photographer/Jack-of-All-Trades, for an inside look at how the band’s ever-changing setlists come together.

 

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