How James Hetfield Still Channels the Spirit of Cliff BurtonHow James Hetfield Still Channels the Spirit of Cliff BurtonThe Metallica frontman says even in his death, Cliff Burton still impacts the band's music today.Chad ChildersChad Childers
Metallica on Cliff Burton's Beer, Breakfast, Fishing and HammersMetallica on Cliff Burton's Beer, Breakfast, Fishing and HammersMembers fondly recall late bassist's eccentricities as Jason Newsted says he's proud of his former bandmates.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
The Night Cliff Burton Played His First Show With MetallicaThe Night Cliff Burton Played His First Show With MetallicaA scruffy crew of acne-afflicted youths took a major step toward becoming the kings of thrash metal.Eduardo RivadaviaEduardo Rivadavia
The Day Cliff Burton Had His First Metallica RehearsalThe Day Cliff Burton Had His First Metallica RehearsalBell-bottom-clad bassist ended up taking them to new heights.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Cliff Burton's Childhood: Metallica Bassist's First 72 SeasonsCliff Burton's Childhood: Metallica Bassist's First 72 SeasonsA tragic experience as a teen led to an unshakable determination to be the best.Ben ApatoffBen Apatoff
When Anthrax's Scott Ian Got Arrested with Cliff BurtonWhen Anthrax's Scott Ian Got Arrested with Cliff BurtonGuitarist and late bassist narrowly avoided drug trouble when cops didn't find their weed.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
The Night Cliff Burton Played His Final Metallica ShowThe Night Cliff Burton Played His Final Metallica ShowRising stars had enjoyed a positive day before the bus crash that changed everything.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Metallica Honor Ray Burton’s ‘Energy, Wisdom and Light’Metallica Honor Ray Burton’s ‘Energy, Wisdom and Light’Father of late bassist Cliff Burton died around age 94.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Cliff Burton's Father Ray DiesCliff Burton's Father Ray DiesRay Burton, father of former Metallica bassist Cliff Burton, has died. Dave LiftonDave Lifton
Which Metallica Bassist Has Played the Most Shows? Which Metallica Bassist Has Played the Most Shows? Five men have held down the low end for Metallica. Here's a look at who's played the most shows. Dave LiftonDave Lifton