As a young musician, Cliff Burton dreamed of a time when he'd be able to provide a better life for his parents through his art. Three decades after his death, that dream is still coming true.
During the days leading up to the 30th anniversary of founding Metallica bassist Cliff Burton's tragic death, frontman James Hetfield shared his perspective on that loss.
Metallica were on top of the metal world in 1986. But the band's year ended with a crushing blow after bassist Cliff Burton died in a bus accident while touring overseas.
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.
The world of Metallica was rocked on Sept. 27, 1986, when the band's bassist -- Cliff Burton -- was killed in a bus accident. He joined up with the group just four years earlier, but in that time, provided an immense amount of influence on the sound that has made them famous...