jason newsted

Inspiring tales of artists who’ve triumphed over devastation.

He reveals how he eventually figured how to alleviate the issue.

Newsted is getting warmed up before his own band takes the stage later this week.

Bassist argues band’s sound was Hetfield and Ulrich's, with two others to "embellish."

The Metallica drummer has a lot of musicians in his corner.

On Jan. 17, 2001, bassist Jason Newsted revealed the news that he was exiting Metallica.

Raised on a farm, the bassist's life changed when a classmate introduced him to the music of Kiss.

Pasadena will honor its hometown heroes in new park space.

He broached the subject with radio host Eddie Trunk.

Former Metallica bassist “really, really not happy” after press chat didn’t go to plan.

'It kind of just all fizzled,' says the bassist.

Here's the Wasabi Story.

Your friendly reminder of what makes this album such a masterpiece.

But in a good way.

Bassist will never forget reaction from predecessor Cliff Burton’s mom.

She told him he was the one.

Here's why.

Hetfield and Ulrich reflect on Newsted's exit and the appreciation they have for him now.

Newsted clears the air.

The sole 'Black Album' song with a Newsted co-write.