Cease the presses, everybody. One other main band is getting their phrase out “direct from the supply,” on this time it’s probably not as direct as you’d most likely like. Sure, Metallica simply launched their very own podcast The Metallica Report, however no you received’t hear James, Kirk, Lars, or Rob on the primary episode.

Slightly than give followers what they’d most likely need, the podcast as an alternative options the editor of Metallica’s on-line fan journal Steffan Chirazi and Renée Richardson, director of philanthropy for the band’s non-profit group All Inside My Palms. Whereas I’m positive they’re beautiful people with direct connections to the band, I’m fairly positive most individuals would need to hear… immediately from the band.

Although they’re not on the primary episode, the band launched an announcement explaining how excited they had been that they’d a podcast that may go stay with new episodes each Wednesday.

“We’re excited to introduce The Metallica Report, launching as we speak with our very first episode! Our new podcast will probably be a fast, weekly hit, together with information, updates, unique options, and surprises from HQ and past… With every episode, Steffan and Renée will hold you knowledgeable with the newest information from Metallica HQ and dispatches from the street because the M72 Tour continues to make its means around the globe. You’ll additionally get pleasure from unique, behind-the-scenes updates and interviews with the likes of the touring crew, poster and t-shirt artists, and followers via our mini-features. And we plan to make a couple of appearances ourselves!

“Along with essentially the most inside and up-to-date information, The Metallica Report will take requests: submit your inquiries, and Steffan and Renée will unravel your burning questions each Wednesday. We additionally need to hear your tales. Inform us how the music evokes you, share an ideal street story, or make a suggestion.”

So yeah. It’s a model new podcast and its hosts will give followers the newest propaga — I imply, updated details about the most important band on the earth. And no less than that’s one thing?