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'JAMES ALAN HETFIELD'

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"We like to set off bombs."

What are James' vitals?

James Alan Hetfield hatched in Los Angeles, California on August 3rd, 1963. He stands 6'1" (1.85 meters) and weighs 180 lbs (81.65 kilos), his eyes are blue and has blonde hair. Is James married? Any kids? James married his long time girlfriend, Francesca on August 17, 1997. Their daughter, Cali Tee was born on June 13, 1998.

What equipment does he use?

James uses mostly ESP Explorer guitar's with EMG pick-ups and Ernie Ball strings, Mesa Boogie amp's are James' main set up. James uses many different guitar/amp combo's for different sounds in the studio. Check out James' Equipment for more!

What does James drive?

James has a Dodge Ram pick-up, 1955 Chevy BelAir hot rod, Chevy Blazer, custom-built Harley Davidson Motorcycle (chopper).

Have the he ever recorded for anyone besides Metallica?

James has recorded backing vocals for "Twist of Cain" and "Am I Demon?" on Danzig's first album, he also contributes vocals on "Man Or Ash" from Corrosion of Conformity's "Wiseblood" album, and on Jim Martin's recent solo album.

The liner notes say: James-guitar and Kirk-guitar. What does James play?

James is responsible for the great majority of the guitar work in recorded Metallica. James handles all the rhythm guitar and most melody and harmony guitars, not to mention the acoustics and the occasional guitar solo. Kirk's duties on the albums are mostly for the full blown lead guitar solos; although with the latest Metallica album's the guitar duties for both Metallica guitar players has expanded quite a bit.. Both have played rhythm, and both have played leads.

What are his favorite foods?

Meat-n-Potatoes, Bar-B-Que, Oysters

Has James been in any other bands?

Obsession, Phantom Lord and Leather Charm were bands James was a part of before Metallica. He was also the drummer in Spastic Children.

What was the first song James learned on guitar?

Flight Of The Bumble Bee.

What does James do in his free time?

James is an avid hunter and sportsman, also likes to tool around in his garage working on his Chevy Bel Air or Harley. He can also be found watching his favorite sports teams and NASCAR.

Who were his main influences?

Black Sabbath, Motorhead, Ted Nugent, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Tom Waits, Nick Cave.

What current stuff does James listen to?

Rocket From The Crypt, Gov't Mule, Corrosion Of Conformity.

James' skull ring and wolf pendant where did he get them?

James once wore that ring that belonged to Cliff. The pendant is from a store called The Great Frog in London (the same place that Cliff got the skull ring.)

Why did James switch from the Flying V to the Explorer?

In the early days of Metallica, the Explorer was James' back up guitar. When the Flying V's' neck broke, he switched to the back up guitar, only to discover that the Explorer was a perfect fit for James. James know also plays a ESP Flying V on tour, this guitar is his first "signature" series guitar available from ESP.

What sports teams does James follow?

James is lifelong, diehard Raiders fan; San Jose Sharks and D.C. United. James can be seen on the opening of the NHL's Cool Shots TV program, and was also part of an NHL commercial.

What jobs has he had before Metallica?

James has worked in a sticker factory, as a high school janitor, and as a mover.

What happened at the Montreal show 8-8-92, Why did James get burned?

The band was informed of a pyro change... Pyro would be ignited along the "wings" of the stage during "Fade To Black". The Pyro-tech however, failed to inform the band that new pyro would be going ALONG with the old pyro. Assuming that the new pyro canceled out the previous pyro; James stood atop of where the old pyro occurred, a 12 foot flame was ignited, severely burning his left hand and that side of his body.

Does James still skateboard?

No, but rumors abound that past tour contracts have included a "NO SKATEBOARDING" clause, just in case. He has recently taken to Snowboarding, apparently it has a slightly softer landing.

What happened to James' hair between the Roam tour and the summer 1994 tour?

He was involved in an ATV accident while hunting which required 40 stitches in his head. Then he quite simply got it cut... Before the release of the Load Album James got his hair cut, this time even more of it went!

How does James switch guitar sounds during a show?

James' longtime guitar tech (roadie) Andy Battye, handles James' guitar effects during the concert. Andy also cares for and maintains James' guitars and equipment.

What are James' favorite guns?

James' favorite guns are a Remington 30-06, Weatherby 7mm and a Browning 300 Magnum.

What does James smoke?

A. Fuente Hemingway Short Stories are his cigar of choice.

What bones has James broken?

Two broken knuckles, left wrist, both bones of left forearm (compound fractures) with a total 156 stitches.

James really stopped drinking??

Yes, he no longer drinks alcoholic beverages. He can now be found sipping Non-Alcoholic beer and mineral water.

What now defunct bands would James like to see reunite?

Thin Lizzy (Live And Dangerous line-up), Tank (first line-up), Motorhead (with Eddie)

What album changed James' life?

To Hell With The Devil by Stryper. Why? James explains: "It sparked a hatred that will forever scar me. I can't bare to see striped spandex jumpsuits to this day."

JAMES' EQUIPTMENT LIST:

E.S.P. GUITARS:

ESP's configured with 2 volume knobs (one per pickup) and 3 way toggle switch.
Black Explorer - Woodburned Elk Skull and Barbed Wire inlays
Black Explorer - Diamond Plate
Black Explorer - Man to Wolf inlays
Black Explorer - Snake inlays
Black Explorer - Deer Skull inlays
Black Explorer - Dot inlays
Black Explorer - Eagle inlays
Black Explorer - NRA inlays
Black Double-Neck Explorer - Ducks inlays (crispy)
Black JH-1 Flying V -Red Hot Rod flames
Black JH-1 Flying V -Green Hot Rod flames w/Hot Rod stickers
White Explorer - middle finger inlays (1st ESP)
White Explorer - dot inlays (favorite ESP)

OTHER GUITARS
Kenny Lawrence Explorer - Father and son camping inlays
Gibson Explorer
Fender reissue '52 Telecaster w/Parsons-White B-Bender
1966 Martin D-28 (acoustic)
Three late '50's Gibson Les Pauls (Sunburst Standard, Gold Top, Custom)
1963 Gibson SG
National ResoLectric
Many more!

AMPS
Mesa Boogie Strategy 400 Power Amps
Mesa Boogie Mark IV
Mesa Boogie Triaxis Preamp (Stock)
Mesa Boogie Triaxis Preamp (Modified)
Mesa Boogie Triple Rectifier
Mesa Boogie Custom Graphic E.Q. Unit
Mesa Boogie Amp Switcher
Mesa Boogie 4x12 Speaker Cabinets
Roland JC 120
Celestion Vintage 30w Speakers

EFFECTS & EQUIPMENT
EMG Pick Ups (81 Bridge, 60 Neck)
Bradshaw RSB-12 Switching System and Pedal Board
Bradshaw Patch Bay Custom
Boss SE-50 Stereo FX Processor
Juice Goose Rack Power 300
Aphex Parametric E.Q.
Morley Rack Mount Unit Custom
Sony 820 Wireless Receivers and Transmitters
Nady 950 UHF Receivers and Transmitters
Ernie Ball Strings (.010-.046)
Gibson Strings
Dunlop Green Tortex .88 mm Guitar Picks
Pro Co Sound Cables
Ascot Road Cases
Ultra Case Guitar Stand
Peterson 520 Strobe Tuner
Earth III Guitar Straps
Smokes (A. Fuente)

SNOWBOARDS
Burton Custom 59
Superfly II 68

GUITAR TECH : Andy Battye

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