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METALLICA: Video Of Berlin Press Conference Available

September 15, 2008

METALLICA singer/guitarist James Hetfield and guitarist Kirk Hammett took part in a 23-minute press conference prior to the band's September 12, 2008 concert at O2 World in Berlin, Germany. Watch the question-and-answer session below.

When asked about what new bands they are particularly into, Hetfield said, "I like MACHINE HEAD a lot. I love it when a band has been together almost as long as us, and their latest album is their best. I love that. I think that's happened with MACHINE HEAD."

Hammett added, "I really LAMB OF GOD; I think they're a great band. As far as bands filling our shoes… you know, bring it on."

METALLICA was the first band ever to play at the brand new O2 World, an events arena built by Anschutz Entertainment Group. 17,000 fans got the chance to see the rock legends perform, which is the maximum capacity of O2 World.

Tickets for this unique event were made available exclusivelythrough METALLICA's web sites Mission: Metallica and Metclub for a sensatinal price of 10 euros which is about $15.

METALLICA took care of all the expenses for the release party and is planning to donate the earnings to the German Heartcenter Berlin to help with the acquisition of a heart-lung machine for small children.

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