The heavy metal icons in Metallica are starring in the latest "Guitar Hero" video game. Singer and guitarist James Hetfield talks about creating his on-screen avatar and reveals how he fared while playing "Guitar Hero: Metallica" with his son. And, columnist James Parker of the Atlantic magazine talks about what the future holds for so-called "rhythm games."
Soundcheck blog: John Schaefer asks: "rock band ... or Rock Band?"
View images from "Guitar Hero: Metallica" here, here and here.
Soundcheck blog: John Schaefer asks: "rock band ... or Rock Band?"
View images from "Guitar Hero: Metallica" here, here and here.
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Soon, we'll be a virtual planet full of virtual musicians, doctors, lawyers, investment bankers, artists with no skills other than the ability to play video games.
My husband and I have been eagerly anticipating the Metallica Guitar Hero game since it was first announced. We're huge fans and have supported the band through all their highs and lows. Unfortunately, the Aerosmith GH was a downer, but this one looks very promising.
This is why I love and support WNYC/NPR. I mean where else can you hear news on local politics, human interest stories and METALLICA?!?!
its too bad metallica hasnt put out a decent album since master of puppets. i dont even know what to call the music they put out now.
i love the new commercial with college basketball coaches and metallica. very funny, esp the knight line and the throwing of a prop.
what i found interesting was the response from a PTI announcer, who didn't recognize metallica, but did know the coaches.
talk about generational gaps.
i'm a great "sandman" fan cause of its connection to MO.
ted
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