From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how James Hetfield made an impact.
James Hetfield is the co-founder, lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and primary songwriter for the iconic heavy metal band Metallica. Forming the band in 1981 with Lars Ulrich, Hetfield is celebrated for his distinctive raspy vocals and complex rhythm guitar skills, occasionally contributing lead guitar parts as well. Metallica's success includes ten Grammy Awards and the release of eleven studio albums. Hetfield is widely recognized as one of the greatest heavy metal rhythm guitarists, solidifying his influential status in music history.
In 1968, James Hetfield owned a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro that he later put up for sale on eBay to benefit a Music for Schools program. This car was featured in the "I Disappear" video.
In October 1981, James Hetfield co-founded the heavy metal band Metallica after responding to an advertisement by Lars Ulrich in The Recycler. This marked a significant career milestone.
On April 1, 1983, Metallica recruited Kirk Hammett from the band Exodus to be their lead guitarist.
In 1984, James Hetfield switched to using the Gibson Explorer model guitar after primarily using an Electra Flying V copy.
In 1985, for the recording of Master of Puppets, James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett each bought a Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ amplifier. Since then, Hetfield has primarily used Mesa/Boogies.
In 2008, Hetfield's live rig included a variety of amplifiers and equipment to produce Metallica's sound.
On April 4, 2009, James Hetfield, along with Metallica members, were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The band performed "Master of Puppets" and "Enter Sandman" at the ceremony.
In 2010, a Line 6 effects unit was added to James Hetfield's equipment list, along with the TC Electronic unit, which may have replaced his stompboxes.
In December 2011, Fortin Amps announced a collaboration with Randall Amplifiers to create a new line of tube amplifiers based on the Fortin Meathead amplifier. Kirk Hammett received two prototypes, and James Hetfield was set to receive one as well.
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