Top 66 Hard Rock + Metal Bassists of All TimeTop 66 Hard Rock + Metal Bassists of All TimeWe count down the greatest bassists in hard rock and metal history.Loudwire StaffLoudwire Staff
Why Cliff Burton Was Metallica’s Secret WeaponWhy Cliff Burton Was Metallica’s Secret WeaponFind out more about the genius of Cliff Burton in this mini Metallica documentary. Jared LinnenJared Linnen
Metallica on Cliff Burton’s Beer, Breakfast, Fishing and HammersMetallica on Cliff Burton’s Beer, Breakfast, Fishing and HammersMembers fondly recall late bassist's eccentricities as Jason Newsted says he's proud of his former bandmates.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Robert Trujllo Reflects on Promise Made to Cliff Burton Upon Taking Metallica JobRobert Trujllo Reflects on Promise Made to Cliff Burton Upon Taking Metallica JobThe bassist reveals how he reached out to Burton before taking the Metallica job.Chad ChildersChad Childers
40 Years Ago: Cliff Burton Rehearses With Metallica for the First Time40 Years Ago: Cliff Burton Rehearses With Metallica for the First TimeBell-bottom-clad bassist ended up taking them to new heights.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
A Signature Cliff Burton Beer Called ‘Cliff ‘Em All’ Is ComingA Signature Cliff Burton Beer Called ‘Cliff ‘Em All’ Is ComingFor whom the beer tolls!Chad ChildersChad Childers
10 Reasons Why Metallica’s ‘Master of Puppets’ Is So Damn Good!10 Reasons Why Metallica’s ‘Master of Puppets’ Is So Damn Good!Your friendly reminder of what makes this album such a masterpiece.Ryan J DowneyRyan J Downey
Rock Stars Celebrating Birthdays in FebruaryRock Stars Celebrating Birthdays in FebruaryDo you share a birthday with a rocker?Chad ChildersChad ChildersAlicia SelinAlicia Selin
Metallica Honor Ray Burton’s ‘Energy, Wisdom and Light’Metallica Honor Ray Burton’s ‘Energy, Wisdom and Light’Father of late bassist Cliff Burton died around age 94.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Which Metallica Bassist Has Played the Most Shows?Which Metallica Bassist Has Played the Most Shows?Five men have held down the low end for Metallica. Here's a look at who's played the most shows. Dave LiftonDave Lifton