Behind the title ‘greatest guitarist of all time’, Metallica frontman James Hetfield reveals: ‘I can be a vulnerable human being just like everyone else’
James Hetfield, the rock king of one of the all-time great thrash metal bands, Metallica, has unintentionally and partly purposefully created a gritty and abrasive stage presence that matches the ferocity of the music.
Perhaps even more courageous and tougher was the well-known frontman’s admission to the world and supporters that, like everyone else, he was a fallible human being.
James Hetfield, the rock king of one of the all-time great thrash metal bands, Metallica, has unintentionally and partly purposefully created a gritty and abrasive stage presence that matches the ferocity of the music. Perhaps even more courageous and tougher was the well-known frontman’s admission to the world and supporters that, like everyone else, he was a fallible human being.
Not that the dude isn’t a badass, mind you. Not many individuals have survived to shine for decades after being set ablaze like fireworks. However, his intimidating demeanor wasn’t always the result of power; on sometimes, it was a defense mechanism he put in place after a string of very terrible experiences and intense emotional challenges. These are a some of the heartbreaking tales that helped shape the heavy metal rock musician into the person he is today.
