The week of January 8, 2025 on The Metallica Report…
We speak with James Hetfield about his perennial and peerless lyrics. Our songwriter shares what he loves about the architecture of words, whether he sees himself as a storyteller, and his appreciation of Tom Waits. Then, we take a trip back through the So What! archives to revisit his approach to songs s ... Show More
Mar 2026
Episode 137: Tony Smith - Former Metallica Tour Manager, Part 1
This week on The Metallica Report… Steff and Renée chat with former tour manager Tony Smith, who shares tales of his time with the band during the halcyon days of the late ’80s to the late ’90s. Tony talks about how he got involved with the band, early signs they were getting big ... Show More
21m 18s
Oct 2021
Rob Halford - "Love & Metal"
This week we're revisiting a classic episode, with guest & metal legend Rob Halford.
In the second ever released episode of the Jay Jay French Connection, Jay Jay brings on heavy metal legend Rob Halford, to discuss his new book "Confess." Tune in to hear Jay Jay & Rob discuss ... Show More
1h 10m
Apr 2023
48 Reviews Of 72 Seasons – Metallica’s New Album Dissected
Die-hard Metallica fans Frankie Kazarian, and Jeff Winslow and Shane Obershaw from the “…And Podcast For All” Metallica podcast join to review Metallica’s new studio album, “72 Seasons.” They do a very thorough track-by-track breakdown, and comment on everything from James Hetfie ... Show More
1h 9m
May 2021
The Mad Genius of Jim Steinman
We dig into the gloriously over-the-top work of the late songwriter behind Meatloaf’s ‘Bat Out of Hell,’ “Total Eclipse of the Heart” and much more, with Brittany Spanos, Rob Sheffield, and Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice ... Show More
45m 16s
Oct 2020
'Enter Sandman' by Metallica (w/ Henri Bardot)
It's metal week in the tent with special guest judge Henri Bardot, Brother™, former Metallica T-Shirt wearing tween. Finally answering the question, what would Enter Sandman sound like as an early 2000's indie lullaby in a major key??? UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Jim Cain' by Bill Callaha ... Show More
1h 1m
Jan 2024
Corey Taylor Opens Up About His "Complete & Utter Breakdown" + MORE
<p>Welcome to the latest episode of "Hard N Heavy Headlines with Emmy Mack," the ultimate destination for all things rock and metal. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of hard rock and heavy metal, bringing you the most exciting and controversial stories from the indust ... Show More
2m 41s