METAL UP YOUR PODCAST - All Things Metallica

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This week Clint talks Metallica touring Australia, Dave Mustaine covering Ride the Lightning for some reason, a chronology of James Hetfield's soaring melodic guitar solos and takes the deep dive into "The House Jack Built" via the treasure trove of behind the scenes material from the incredible Load boxset. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2025

This week part two of the Halloween special is all about SEQUELS and REMAKES. Which are the best, which are the worst and are there any that surpass the original? The boys also do three sweet sixteen style matches to determine the best sequel, the best horror director and the best horror classic of all time. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2025

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Clint explores the book included in the Load boxset and highlights interesting portions of essays by Bob Rock, Zach Harmon, Jason Newsted and many people involved in the Load-era with a lot of focus on Jason's complicated relationship with the aesthetic and artistic direction of the band at this time. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2025

On September 3rd, 1995 Metallica played an intimate show in Tuktoyatuk, Canada at a small venue accessible only by air. Approximately 500 contest winners and locals were in attendance. For years the only footage we have seen was a short documentary that was included in Fan Can, Volume II. Now, as part of the Load boxset, we can see the entire soundcheck and concert. In this episode Clint watches the the second half of the show and the "Week and a Half in the Life of Metallica part 3: Tuk" documentary with running commentary. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2025

On September 3rd, 1995 Metallica played an intimate show in Tuktoyatuk, Canada at a small venue accessible only by air. Approximately 500 contest winners and locals were in attendance. For years the only footage we have seen was a short documentary that was included in Fan Can, Volume II. Now, as part of the Load boxset, we can see the entire soundcheck and concert. In this episode Clint watches the soundcheck and first half of the show with running commentary. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2025

Aaron Ginther joins the show to talk about attending the intimate Metallica gig at Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, NY on August 25th, 2025. The gig has less than 500 attendees including Howard Stern, Michael J. Fox, and Paul McCartney. Aaron and Clint also discuss tiger favorite 90's movies, the culture of horror films and what it's like attending popular horror cons. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2025

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Michael Grosvenor joins the show to talk all things M72 in Denver. He and Clint also discuss the new Billy Joel documentary (that Michael consulted for), the Load boxset, why Metallica is still worth the ticket price, merch and tour posters and what small tweaks they would make to improve the M72 setlists. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2025

Longtime friend of the show Kat Anker stops by to give us a full account of the entire Back to the Beginning concert from the rail! The good, the bad and the ugly as we say goodbye to living legends, Ozzy Osbourne and the mighty Black Sabbath featuring performances by Lamb of God, Halestorm, Gojira, Alice In Chains, Tool, Slayer, Pantera and, of course, Metallica. And special guests like Billy Corgan, Tom Morello, Chad Smith, Travis Barker, Jake E. Lee, Steven Tyler, Sammy Hagar and Nuno Bettencourt. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

Friend and patron of the show Ray Echavez joins the show to talk all things M72 in Santa Clara, California. As usual, the conversation includes more than just M72 talk as he and Clint talk early Metallica, what makes Master of Puppets perfect, why its important for artists to evolve, Pantera 2.0, living in Hawaii and the importance of keeping your family close. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2025

Clint talks with Angelo Gonzalez, the Jorts King himself, about going backstage at Dave Matthews, having his drink spilled, being hit on by a lady in front her boyfriend, super fan culture, Metallica cover bands, deep cuts and all things M72 in Houston, Texas. Enjoy, nerds!

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

Clint talks with Angelo Gonzalez, the Jorts King himself, about going backstage at Dave Matthews, having his drink spilled, being hit on by a lady in front her boyfriend, super fan culture, Metallica cover bands, deep cuts and all things M72 in Houston, Texas. Enjoy, nerds!

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

Chris Yerges (Metalliclaus) joins as a guest host to talk all things Snake Pit at M72 in Charlotte. He and Clint also discuss the state of the band, the Load boxset, enjoying Metallica collectibles, Kirk’s new guitar book, Dave Mustaine, 2026 shows, Metallica merch and marketing, Disturb burning Chicago Bulls banners, AC/DC live, Suicidal Tendencies and Pantera, 90’s country music, and NASCAR partnering with AWMH. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

Clint's longtime best friend since 2nd grade, Aaron Shaffer, joins the show to talk about taking his youngest son to the M72 stop in Atlanta. They talk loving Metallica as kids, playing Metallica covers in their high school band, the Oasis reunion, love/hate relationships with U2, love of horror movies and more nostalgic reminiscing about their teenage years. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

For the first time in MUYP history, Clint's wife, Isbelle, joins the show to unbox the brand new deluxe Load boxset. They cover everything in the box, discuss the attraction level of Metallica members past and present, Isbelle's crush on Wes Borland, Clint's crush on Bobby Flay, and an AMA for Isbelle to round out the episode. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

Friend and patron Sam Mullins joins the show to talk all things M72 in Landover, Maryland. He and Clint talk all things Metallica, being grateful for the band, Load and Reload (of course), the static nature of the setlists, Clint's new edits of 72 Seasons and St. Anger and the merits of John Mayer, DMB and Sting. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

James Durka joins the show to talk both nights in the snake pit of M72 in Toronto. He and Clint discuss Poor Re-touring Me, Load and Reload, The Tragically Hip and Rush, hearing “One” for the first time, Dave Mustaine’s new disparaging comments about the boys, writing credit within Metallica, Pantera 2.0, alternate picking with Hetfield, Kirk and Rob’s doodles, the passion of Lars, messing up "until It Sleeps, sound checking with "The Unforgiven II," and St. Anger. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

Friend and patron of the show Austin Greene joins Clint to talk the Blacksburg, VA one off gig. They discuss the strange genius of Sturgill Simpson, St. Anger as a favorite album, writing songs, the connection between Metallica and Virginia Tech, the origins of Ecstasy of Gold, Green Lung, Hell and Back, Load remixes and the Load era in general. Enjoy! If you'd like to be on a future episode of Metal Tales consider joining the PATREON.

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

New Jersey native Rob Baird joins the show to burn down the Philly gig. They talk bass guitar, Bon Jovi, Load and Reload, the interesting nature of Kirk and Rob’s nightly doodles and the positive resurgence and re-evaluation of Fred Durst and Limo Bizkit. Enjoy! If you'd like to be featured on your own Metal Tales consider joining the PATREON. Okay, bye!

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

This week Clint talks all things that we currently know about the upcoming Load boxset. The LPs, CDs, DVDs and extra goodies as well as listening to some of the early digital downloads and watching Kirk's unboxing video. Clint also discusses seeing AC/DC live, new M72 tour announcements, the metal tales roll call and why people hate U2 and Dave Matthews Band. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2025

This week Kevin Rapillo joins Clint to talk all things M72 Nashville. Kevin is a Nashville based live/studio drummer. He and Clint toured together for years with country artist Rodney Atkins. They talk Metallica's longevity, Some Kind of Monster, the merits of St. Anger, the argument that Lars isn't a good drummer, 72 Seasons and what it's like seeing Metallica for the first time in 40 years. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

This week guest host Angelo Gonzalez joins the show to talk about the three rare shows James Hatfield missed in the summer of 2000. They listen to Clint's first Metallica show in Atlanta and listen back with running commentary as members of Korn, System of a Down and Kid Rock scramble to perform one of the most interesting shows in the band's history. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

This week friend and patron of the show Dane Varalli stops by to talk all things Metallica. From getting into the band in the 90's all the way through M72 in Syracuse, the stadium, the setlist, taking breaks from your favorite bands, the future of Pantera 2.0 and talking yourself into digging St. Anger. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

Rachel Loy is a producer, writer and ACM nominated bass player of the year from Austin, Texas. She is one of the most prominent musicians in the Nashville session scene and has toured the world with artists ranging from Hank Williams Jr. and Kenny Chesney to one of Clint's favorite 90's alternative rock bands, +Live+. On this episode they talk about the ups and downs of the music industry, writing and producing music they love, the gender dynamics that exist in entertainment, their original music project Attention Machine, Rachel and her husband's radio format Playola and Rachel's brand new podcast Hey, Good For You! featuring herself and fellow bass player phenoms Alison Prestwood (Peter Frampton) and Harmoni Kelley (Kenney Chesney) taking their listeners on an insider journey through the music industry. And at the end of the episode Rachel hears and reacts to "Anesthesia" for the first time. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

This week Brad Blazeck joins Clint to talk their top three favorite Metallica shows. One of Clint's may surprise you. They also discuss Kirk's 767 new riffs, Puppets entering the Billion Streams club, the one song that makes Kirk cry, the merits of Def Leppard and Lynyrd Skynyrd and Kirk's response to a YouTube guitarist who claims traditional rock guitar playing is for boomers. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

On this very special radio episode, long time friend of the show Brad Blazeck joins in studio to listen to some 90's gems while Clint reacts to what is being considered the worst trade in the history of sports. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

We're back this week with guest host Angelo Gonzalez to talk Metallica's donation to the LA fires, Woodstock '99 memories, Clint e-mailing Damon Johnson of Brother Cane, Kirk "Applebutt" Hammett, the back half of legendary Seattle '89 and the weirdest things we've ever purchased on eBay. Dig it!

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025

Guest host Angelo Gonzalez joins the show to burn down the first half of the legendary Seattle '89 gig. They read listener e-mails and talk Metallica news including Hetfield on his lyric writing, collaborating with Jerry Cantrell, why founding member of Kyuss was bummed to be compared to Metallica in their Black Album prime and discuss the seedy underworld of Metallicrimes. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2025

Clint takes us into a future utopia called the 1990's, playing some of his favorite songs from the era and answering questions from patrons and listeners on Instagram and X about a whole range of topics including: motivation to make music professionally Dallas Mavericks what makes 90's music special David Gilmour Clint's hi-fi audio gear which past Metallica show Clint would attend if he could advice on writing thoughts on Morphine 2025 Morgan Wade tour info thoughts on modern music mastering the Oasis reunion favorite Pink Floyd albums M72 2025 Ethan leaving the podcast product endorsements Future MUYP and MUYP Radio episodes

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2025

Clint takes us into a future utopia called the 1990's, playing some of his favorite songs from the era and answering questions from patrons and listeners on Instagram and X about a whole range of topics including: motivation to make music professionally Dallas Mavericks what makes 90's music special David Gilmour Clint's hi-fi audio gear which past Metallica show Clint would attend if he could advice on writing thoughts on Morphine 2025 Morgan Wade tour info thoughts on modern music mastering the Oasis reunion favorite Pink Floyd albums M72 2025 Ethan leaving the podcast product endorsements Future MUYP and MUYP Radio episodes

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2025

This week, friend and patron Cosmo Moore joins the show to talk all things Helping Hands 2024. They discuss getting into the band via "Turn the Page," the tightness of Woodstock '99, Metallica as the best cover band in the world, attending the 30th anniversary shows, Sammy Hagar, speculation about forthcoming Load/Reload content, the vocal evolution of James Hetfield, the mysterious nature of Metallica "trues," and the very cool unique setlist. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2024

Avi Vinocur is one of the primary singers and songwriters of Goodnight, Texas. He's also occasionally a fifth member of Metallica and a longtime friend of Metal Up Your Podcast. This week Avi talks all things Helping Hands 2024.

Transcribed - Published: 18 December 2024

This week guest host Angelo Gonzalez joins Clint to talk all things 90's Metallica before burning down the legendary Woodstock '99 performance with commentary. Watch along at the link below or just enjoy the shenanigans, etc.

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

Clint and Brad talk current Metallica news, read listener e-mails and break down their current top 5 deep cuts. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2024

On this episode Brad Blazeck joins as guest host to burn down our current top 5 Metallica songs that are either hits or fan favorites. Next week we'll be discussing our top 5 deep cuts! Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2024

Submitted for the approval of the Midnight Society, the gang is back again this week on part II to discuss our favorite horror films of 2024. Enjoy! Films and topics discussed: the year in horror what are horror conventions like? Brainscan (1994) Sleepaway Camp (1983) Society (1992) The Greasy Strangler (2016) Cool World (1992) meeting horror icons A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child (1989) Immaculate (2024) Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) the master shots of Woody Allen The Substance (2024) A Cure For Wellness (2017) Cabin Fever (2003) Death Becomes Her (1992) Flatliners (1990) Evil Bong (2006) The Gingerdead Man (2005) Cocaine Bear (2023) Sharknado (2013) Oddity (2024) Late Night With the Devil (2024) The Dark Knight (2008) pirating films Longlegs (2024) Gretel and Hansel (2020) The Blackcoats Daughter (2017) Silence of the Lambs (1991) Red Dragon (2002) Hannibal (2001) Eyes Wide Shut (1999) auteur directors making horror movies Aliens (1986) The Abyss (1989) Black Christmas (1974) movie channels growing up The Devil’s Advocate (1997) The Guyver (1991) The Ambulance (1990) Terrifier 3 (2024) the massive bomb of Joker 2 ranking the Terrifier films Krampus (2015) Tales From the Crypt comic books The First Omen (2024) are there any good prequels? Hannibal Rising (2007) Pearl (2022) Prey (2022) Oujia: Origins (2016) Orphan: First Kill (2022) Cube Zero (2005) The Platform (2020) Final Destination 5 (2011) Slackers (2002) Idle Hands (1999)

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2024

To celebrate Halloween, Clint is joined once again by friends of the show Angelo, Zack and Van to revel in all things horror films. On part one, the boys highlight a film or two from the past they newly discovered. Shenanigans and fun ensue. Etc. Enjoy! Films and topics discussed: celebrating the spooky season costumes as kids top 3 horror villains Child’s Play (1988) Child’s Play 2 (1990) Art the Clown Terrifier 3 (2024) the latest horror icon Trick R Treat (2007) meeting Heather Langenkamp New Nightmare (1994) Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare (1991) Scream (1996) Assault on Precinct 13 (1976) C.H.U.D. (1984) horror podcasts Sleeping Beauty (2011) Swallowed (2022) The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002) Thirteen Ghosts (2001) The Departed (2006) Babylon (2022) The Changeling (1980) House of the Devil (2009) Poltergeist (1982) Barbarian (2022) Tremors (1990) Tremors 2: Aftershocks (1996 Burnt Offerings (1976) House on Haunted Hill (1999) Legend of Hell House (1973) The Amityville Horror (1979) The Shining (1980)

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2024

Brad Blazeck joins to guest host with Clint through the back alleys of Tangent City to discuss news, updates and listener e-mails. Topics include: - The Bear - David Lynch - the new Pearl Jam album - Men at Work - scary movies - Lunar Satan - listener emails - future MUYP party - negative emails - leaving social media - the STP/Live show - nostalgia tours - Michael Jordan - 2025 tour announcement - Gojira art the Olympics - Metallica donates to hurricane relief - is Metallica a legacy band?

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2024

Clint's back with some housekeeping and updates on touring before speaking with friend of the show Edgar Barradas about all things weekend 1 of Mexico City. They also discuss criticisms of the M72 stage setup, the importance of a hit-heavy setlist, getting the I Disappear ticket, new tour dates for 2025, the different energy of international fanbases, the amazing Kirk and Rob doodle on night 1, instrumental rarities, the Metallica tribute band on the night between, getting Robert his stage hat for the night 2, Load and Reload box sets, Death Magnetic material live, Inamorata, experiences in Mexico during the week, and the tragic passing of a Metallica family member from the St. Germany fan club. Relevant links below. Thanks as always for listening!

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2024

Michael Grosvenor (the Governor, himself!) joins MUYP to talk all things Seattle M72 takeover weekend, Pantera 2.0, WVH Mammoth and the Gary Cherone era of Van Halen, opening in stadiums vs. headlining clubs, the power of Enter Sandman, the similarities between Metallica and Billy Joel, collecting vinyl, the future of 72 Seasons songs in the setlist and his Billy Joel podcast, Glass Houses. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2024

Patron of the show Tyler McArthur joins as a guest host to talk about the M72 Edmonton shows! Other topics include Iron Maiden, Clint's experience at the STP/LIVE gig, attending the taping for Through the Never, the multi-generational appeal of Metallica, seeing KISS for the first time, the CFL and Edmonton Oilers making the finals, the power of the Black Album and other shenanigans. Enjoy! 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 World Blackened EP's for free. Additionally, patrons are invited to come on the show to talk about any past Metallica show they've been to and are given access to ask our guests like Ray Burton, Halestorm, Michael Wagener, Jay Weinberg of Slipknot and members of Metallica's crew their very own questions. Be a part of what makes Metal Up Your Podcast special by becoming a PATRON here: http://www.patreon.com/metalupyourpodcast Join the MUYP Discord Server: https://discord.gg/nBUSwR8t Purchase/Stream Lunar Satan: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/lunarsatan/lunar-satan Purchase/Stream VAMPIRE: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/clintwells/vampire Purchase/Stream our Cover Our World Blackened Volumes and Quarantine Covers: https://metalupyourpodcast.bandcamp.com Follow us on all social media platforms. Write in at: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 2 September 2024

Amanda Hefner of the Minnesota Met Club joins the show to talk about the Metallica take over weekend in Minneapolis. Clint and Amanda discuss getting into the band via Death Magnetic, Otto and Bastardane, encountering band members in the wild, great soundtrack songs, the current Pantera lineup, stumbling into metal, the Counting Crows and why meeting your heroes is more about you than them. Enjoy! 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 World Blackened EP's for free. Additionally, patrons are invited to come on the show to talk about any past Metallica show they've been to and are given access to ask our guests like Ray Burton, Halestorm, Michael Wagener, Jay Weinberg of Slipknot and members of Metallica's crew their very own questions. Be a part of what makes Metal Up Your Podcast special by becoming a PATRON here: http://www.patreon.com/metalupyourpodcast Join the MUYP Discord Server: https://discord.gg/nBUSwR8t Purchase/Stream Lunar Satan: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/lunarsatan/lunar-satan Purchase/Stream VAMPIRE: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/clintwells/vampire Purchase/Stream our Cover Our World Blackened Volumes and Quarantine Covers: https://metalupyourpodcast.bandcamp.com Follow us on all social media platforms. Write in at: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2024

Guest host Brad Blazeck joins Clint in a Tangent City-style recap of the M72 weekend takeover in Chicago. They discuss the setlist, the sound issues, the pop up shop, Soldier Field, great shows of the 90's, the new Pearl Jam record, getting the rail, Horde Festival, and Clint tells a story about bribing a NYC comedy club door guy. Enjoy! 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 World Blackened EP's for free. Additionally, patrons are invited to come on the show to talk about any past Metallica show they've been to and are given access to ask our guests like Ray Burton, Halestorm, Michael Wagener, Jay Weinberg of Slipknot and members of Metallica's crew their very own questions. Be a part of what makes Metal Up Your Podcast special by becoming a PATRON here: http://www.patreon.com/metalupyourpodcast Join the MUYP Discord Server: https://discord.gg/nBUSwR8t Purchase/Stream Lunar Satan: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/lunarsatan/lunar-satan Purchase/Stream VAMPIRE: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/clintwells/vampire Purchase/Stream our Cover Our World Blackened Volumes and Quarantine Covers: https://metalupyourpodcast.bandcamp.com Follow us on all social media platforms. Write in at: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2024

Clint talks with Sean Gorman from Parts Unknown, MA about the Foxborough gigs, the difficulties of Gillette Stadium, horror films, getting into Metallica via the "One" video, coming around to the Load-era, Mark Twain, Woodstock '99, Half-Tera, identify politics and how Metallica continues to inspire all these years later. Enjoy!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 World Blackened EP's for free. Additionally, patrons are invited to come on the show to talk about any past Metallica show they've been to and are given access to ask our guests like Ray Burton, Halestorm, Michael Wagener, Jay Weinberg of Slipknot and members of Metallica's crew their very own questions. Be a part of what makes Metal Up Your Podcast special by becoming a PATRON here: http://www.patreon.com/metalupyourpodcast Join the MUYP Discord Server: https://discord.gg/nBUSwR8t Purchase/Stream Lunar Satan: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/lunarsatan/lunar-satan Purchase/Stream VAMPIRE: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/clintwells/vampire Purchase/Stream our Cover Our World Blackened Volumes and Quarantine Covers: https://metalupyourpodcast.bandcamp.com Follow us on all social media platforms. Write in at: [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2024