
MasterClass
Metallica Teaches Being a Band
With 28 albums, 8 Grammy Awards, and a home in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Metallica have been creating iconic music together for over 40 years. Now, they’re teaching what it takes to build and sustain success as a group. Get an exclusive look into their process for songwriting, building an album, and performing, and how they took charge of their creative destiny so you can do the same.
Where to Watch Metallica Teaches Being a Band
15 Episodes
- Navigating Egos and Giving CriticismE4
Navigating Egos and Giving CriticismLearn how to set up a communication style that is conducive to creative collaboration. Members will walk away with practical tips for giving constructive criticism and managing conflict in the service of doing what’s best for the project. - Song Deconstruction: “Master of Puppets”E6
Song Deconstruction: “Master of Puppets”Metallica’s members break down their iconic song “Master of Puppets” and explore what makes their sound “heavy”—from chord choice to techniques like downpicking. Band members also discuss their influences, and how they created their signature sound. - The Fifth Member of the BandE11
The Fifth Member of the BandMetallica sees fans as the fifth member of the band. In this lesson, the band teaches how to connect with fans, and shares tips for elements such as stage design and ticket pricing to help develop and nurture a lifelong relationship with them.