Cliff Burton

The Metallica frontman says even in his death, Cliff Burton still impacts the band's music today.

Members fondly recall late bassist's eccentricities as Jason Newsted says he's proud of his former bandmates.

A scruffy crew of acne-afflicted youths took a major step toward becoming the kings of thrash metal.

Bell-bottom-clad bassist ended up taking them to new heights.

A tragic experience as a teen led to an unshakable determination to be the best.

Guitarist and late bassist narrowly avoided drug trouble when cops didn't find their weed.

Rising stars had enjoyed a positive day before the bus crash that changed everything.

Father of late bassist Cliff Burton died around age 94.

Ray Burton, father of former Metallica bassist Cliff Burton, has died.

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