So here's the thing, I do not "hate" Metallica. I do not hate Rick Springfield. I do not hate Snoop Dog. Seems like a bit of an overreaction to a band, for me.

Back in the early 80's, Metallica was it. They were the only real Metal band that was not "selling out" to high hair and lipstick. They put out some GREAT music. In fact, I even like a song or two from Black. The majority of their music today is really self-indulgent and kind of just a re-hash of all they have done over the years. They are not what they were, I agree.

I really could not care less about their haircuts. I know our beloved JD is concerned about aesthetics and I understand that. I really prefer to listen to the music first. While a "look" is important, I like to take the music for what it is and go from there. In the case of Metallica, they are great musicians and they have some wonderful material. They have a strong, loyal following, just as Priest has. I do not mean to suggest they are anything close to our boys but they are not "crap". They are not "sell outs". They have just reached a point where they are writing music that does not appeal to as large a group as they did twenty years ago. (Hmmm...can anyone say 'Nostradamus'???)

I have done some old Metallica covers. They have some timeless songs. I do not see myself buying their newest album or really anything after the Black album but I do not agree that they "suck".

Here is our version of Whiplash. I think that is one of those songs that is always worth "cranking up"......!!

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