METAL UP YOUR PODCAST - All Things Metallica

This week special guest host Brad Blazeck joins Clint to break down the 72S Rob Trujillo interview conducted by Steffan Chirazi. In this candid interview Rob breaks down how he stayed positive and creative during lockdown, how his intentionally botched attempt at an acoustic version of "The Day That Never Comes" kickstarted the 72 Seasons sessions, working remotely with Greg Fidelman, how Lars and...

This week Clint is joined by friend and patron of the show, Lee Gomila, to break down and discuss the Zane Lowe M72 Metallica interview. Lee is a world-traveled and highly respected tour manager based in Nashville and currently on the road with critically acclaimed hit-maker, Mitchell Tenpenny. On this episode, Clint and Lee bring their years of touring experience to the table as they discuss the...

This week on Metal Tales, Ethan chats with listener and Patron, Alan Ashcroft. He chats about his Metallica origin story with a good friend, seeing Metallica for the first time in 1995, mixtapes, NWOBHM, his thoughts on 72 Seasons, going to Donington alone for his first show since 1997 and of course chatting through his highlights of the setlist.  Clint Wells - Going Supernova (Out Now!) Merch sto...

On this episode Clint chats with Patrick Sloan all the way from Ireland about night 1 of Download festival in at Castle Donington, They burn down the setlist, the M72 era, getting into the band through LOAD, the enduring power of Metallica, Kirk's clean guitar tone, Puscifer, A Perfect Circle and Tool, Bring Me the Horizon, Ghost and strategies for enjoying festivals at a certain "vintage." If you...

This week we are honored to have back on the show the wonderful and charming Steffan Chirazi! On episode 208 we heard the story of how Steffan came to be the editor in chief of Metallica's in-house fanzine, So What. He's written for many esteemed publications ( Sounds , RIP , Kerrang! ) and worked with many notable artists. Steffan graciously took time out his busy schedule on tour with Metallica...

Hello, Hi, Welcome, Hello, Guten Tag, Hi, Hello! Tom Kwei is back joining Clint to talk about the return of his encyclopedic all Metallica podcast, Alphabetallica. Tom has been a dear friend of MUYP going back all the way to the beginning and all these years later he and Clint are still mates, despite the fact that they couldn't possibly agree on the (de)demerits of Reload and St. Anger. In this e...

On this edition of Metal Tales, Clint chats with his pals Kat and Sacha about Hamburg night 2. Topics include: - becoming friends through MUYP - show posters - Mammoth WVH - the value of the enhanced experiences - pros and cons of the new M72 stage - the night between party - setlist variation - M72 production value - Load-era and MTV - 72 Seasons songs live - spontaneity in shows - Rammstein and...

This week, Ethan is talking to Klaus Kinadeter about night 1 of the M72 Hamburg shows. Klaus walks us through getting turned on to many great artists (including Metallica) through his older sister, some Smashing Pumpkins talk, Klaus picking the guitar back up, his stressful travel to Hamburg, making friends on the rail and his expert tips on a smooth Metallica show experience. Sign up for Patreon...

While Clint is in the UK, Ethan and guest host Brad Blazek take on what's considered the first Megadeth classic, Peace Sells...But Who's Buying? We hit the email corner, get Brad's thoughts on 72 Seasons, chat about the issues with record Peace Sells and of course, burn through the album and lyrics. Thanks again to Brad for stepping in this week! Clint Wells - Going Supernova (Out Now!) Merch stor...

Clint Wells - Going Supernova (Out Now!) Merch store HERE ! If you think Metal Up Your Podcast has value, please consider taking a brief moment to leave a positive review and subscribe on iTunes  here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/metal-up-your-podcast-all-things-metallica/id1187775077 You can further support the show by becoming a patron. All patrons of Metal Up Your Podcast at the $5 le...

Clint walks us through this great interview with James Hetfield, conducted by Steffan Chirazi. In the interview, James talks about how the pandemic had a silver lining, the band's creative flow with Blackened 2020, Kirk and Rob's involvement in writing 72  Seasons, trying new things vocally, guitars used on 72 Seasons, not needing anger in writing and much, much more! Clint Wells - Going Supernova...

Metal Tales is back for the M72 Tour! In this episode, we knock out some housekeeping, discuss Rob not knowing when Lux Æterna was dropping, U2, did Phil Towle keep Metallica together, listeners thoughts on 72 Seasons, is Metallica a Christian metal band, Ethan chats with Trisha about night 1 in Amsterdam and Clint talks through night 2 with Tom Dean! Thanks to Tom and Trisha for taking time to re...

We're back for part 2 of our commentary on 72 Seasons! Ethan, Clint and Paul?! return to HQ3 to chat about the back half of the album, Paul unveils his Crate amp, Clint's first amp story, Limp Bizkit or Korn, ongoing KISS drama, Motley Crue lawsuit, Chili Peps lyrics and much more.  Clint Wells - Going Supernova (Out Now!) Merch store HERE ! If you think Metal Up Your Podcast has value, please con...

In this episode we sit down with PAUL?! at HQ3! Paul's long awaited return couldn't have come at a better time, as we're burning down the first half of 72 Seasons. During this episode we chat about all sorts of things like Lou Reed, Kirk's new Les PAUL?!, listeners thoughts on the new album, Paul's opinion on the mix of the album, Kirk's leads, James' vocals, the theme of 72 Seasons, ego death and...

72 Seasons has arrived and we couldn't be more excited! In this episode, we hit the email corner and read some album related content and give our initial reactions and thoughts on the new album. We're stoked to start a new chapter of the podcast with 72 Seasons. Be sure to shoot us an email (metalupyourpodcastshow@gmail.com) and let us know your thoughts on the new album!  New merch HERE ! If you...

It's time to dive into the 2nd round of AMA questions! In this episode we tackle questions about touring expectations when we first started, the do's and dont's of touring, pooping on a bus, the science of lounge posish, gear, the excitement of touring this far into our careers and much more. Thanks to everyone who submitted questions! It was an overwhelming amount and sparked some great conversat...

In this episode, Michael and Jack from Glass Houses: A Billy Joel Podcast take over the episode to sit in for Ethan and Clint while they're keeping busy on the Morgan Wade tour. Michael and Jack listen through Metallica's latest single (72 Seasons), give their reactions, hit the email corner and much more. Thank you to these guys for stepping in on short notice to help keep the MUYP train moving!...

Clint and Ethan sit down in Phoenix, AZ to answer all your questions about life on the road. The length of tour, missing our families, gear, shows, cities, mental health...you name it. Thanks to all our Patrons who sent in questions. We'll get to the rest from the socials on a future episode! Cheers! New merch HERE ! If you think Metal Up Your Podcast has value, please consider taking a brief mome...

New merch HERE ! If you think Metal Up Your Podcast has value, please consider taking a brief moment to leave a positive review and subscribe on iTunes  here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/metal-up-your-podcast-all-things-metallica/id1187775077 You can further support the show by becoming a patron. All patrons of Metal Up Your Podcast at the $5 level receive volumes 1-4 of our Cover Our Wo...

New merch HERE ! If you think Metal Up Your Podcast has value, please consider taking a brief moment to leave a positive review and subscribe on iTunes  here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/metal-up-your-podcast-all-things-metallica/id1187775077 You can further support the show by becoming a patron. All patrons of Metal Up Your Podcast at the $5 level receive volumes 1-4 of our Cover Our Wo...

In this short 'n sweet episode, we're burning down the new Metallica single "If Darkness Had A Son." We hit the email corner, give our hot takes on the tune and analyze the lyrics. New merch HERE ! If you think Metal Up Your Podcast has value, please consider taking a brief moment to leave a positive review and subscribe on iTunes  here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/metal-up-your-podcast-...

We're back on the road and who better to have back on the show than Johnny Sword! We hid out in a tiny production office in Columbus, OH to knock out our first of many episodes from the road. We chat about the shows so far, new tour crew, favorite venues, our first cars, video stores and much more.  New merch HERE ! If you think Metal Up Your Podcast has value, please consider taking a brief momen...

In this episode, we're counting down our top 10 wishlist songs for the M72 tour! We hit the email corner, chat about STP, MUYP still in standard tuning, micro dosing, great artists using drugs and of course we have to address Dave Mustaine's rant about Metallica...again. Enjoy, nerds!   New merch HERE ! If you think Metal Up Your Podcast has value, please consider taking a brief moment to leave a...

We're finally here at the last night of the 30th Anniversary Shows! We've broke down every show in detail, from the guests, setlists, openers, etc and this episode is no different. In this episode we chat about Ozzy, Geezer Butler, Jason Newsted, Dave Mustaine, Lloyd Grant, Ron McGovney,  Hugh Tanner, the energy of the crowd change, camping and much much more.  New merch HERE ! If you think Metal...

In this episode, we continue our analysis of the four 30th anniversary shows from 2011! This week, we're breaking down night 3 which was another one chalked full of guests including Jason Newsted, Animal, Jerry Cantrell, Jim Martin, Rob Halford, Glenn Danzig and more! We hit the email corner and chat about the following topics... David Ellefson screaming in a bathroom Buyers walking through Clint’...