Metallica’s James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett Remember Late Bassist Cliff BurtonMetallica’s James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett Remember Late Bassist Cliff BurtonBurton died on September 27, 1986, when the band's tour bus crashed. Taylor LinzinmeirTaylor Linzinmeir
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
When Anthrax’s Scott Ian Got Arrested with Metallica’s Cliff BurtonWhen Anthrax’s Scott Ian Got Arrested with Metallica’s Cliff BurtonGuitarist and late bassist narrowly avoided drug trouble when cops didn't find their weed.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
13 Rock + Metal Songs Written In Tribute To Late Musicians13 Rock + Metal Songs Written In Tribute To Late MusiciansDeath can provide inspiration.Tim CoffmanTim Coffman
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
The Night Cliff Burton Played His First Show With MetallicaThe Night Cliff Burton Played His First Show With MetallicaA scruffy crew of acne-afflicted youths took a major step toward becoming the kings of thrash metal.Eduardo RivadaviaEduardo Rivadavia
Anthrax’s Scott Ian Looks Back on Cliff Burton’s Death: ‘Words Can’t Really Describe How Dark It Was’Anthrax’s Scott Ian Looks Back on Cliff Burton’s Death: ‘Words Can’t Really Describe How Dark It Was’With the 28th anniversary of Cliff Burton's tragic death arriving today, the Metallica bassist's legacy looms large for fans and friends -- including Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian.Jeff GilesJeff Giles