In yet another example of metalheads secretly owning the pop music world, Taylor Swift's bass player Amos Heller has uploaded a video of him shredding Metallica's 'Blackened'.

The Bay Area thrash metal gods Metallica have put out a call to their biggest fans, offering a chance to star in a new film project chronicling the unique connection between the band and their fans. 

With a new generation of metal acts taking full advantage of technological advances and some of the genres existing giants releasing landmark albums, 2003 was a year that metal truthers could thrust their horns in the air with pride. In recognition of this monumental moment in metal, we've pieced together a playlist of 23 Metal Anthems Turning 20 in 2023. 

Motörhead have released an animated video for their legendary cover of Metallica's monster smash 'Enter Sandman'.

Metallica have shared a new version of the video for 72 Seasons featuring an interpretation in American Sign Language by Amber Galloway. 

Metallica have delivered a ripping rendition of Master of Puppets on Jimmy Kimmel Live! As part of their week-long residency on the program, the appearance also saw them attempt to master the art of actual puppetry.

Metallica have released their eleventh studio album 72 Seasons.

An eight-minute epic 72 Seasons sees Metallica embrace their darker side as James Hetfield sings of being haunted by mankind's wrath. Arriving accompanied by a Tim Saccenti directed video, 72 Seasons sets the tone for the album of the same name, which is set to drop on April 14th.

Gojira's Mario Duplantier has spoken out in defence of Metallica icon, Lars Ulrich during an appearance on Craig Reynolds' podcast 'The Downbeat'.

James Hetfield has been cast in an upcoming western film, 'The Thicket'. An adaptation of the Joe R. Lansdale novel, The Thicket will feature some Hollywood heavy-hitters, with Peter Dinklage producing and starring in the film, alongside Juliette Lewis, Esmé Creed-Miles, Levon Hawke and many more.