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James Hetfield

What is james hetfield?

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Key facts

Birth name James Alan Hetfield[2]
Birth date August 3, 1963[2]
Birth place Downey, California, US[2]
Role Lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist[2]
Band Metallica[2]

James Hetfield is an American musician best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, co-founder, and primary songwriter of Metallica [2]. He was born James Alan Hetfield on August 3, 1963, in Downey, California [2].

Context

James Hetfield is an American musician best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, co-founder, and a primary songwriter of Metallica [2]. He was born on August 3, 1963, in Downey, California [2]. Hetfield co-founded the band with Lars Ulrich [1]. His role in Metallica includes both lead vocals and rhythm guitar [2].

Documented claims

  • James Hetfield co-founded Metallica with Lars Ulrich. [1]
  • He is described as a primary songwriter for Metallica. [2]

Questions and answers

When was James Hetfield born?

James Hetfield was born on August 3, 1963, in Downey, California [2].

What band is James Hetfield in?

James Hetfield is the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist for Metallica, a band he co-founded with Lars Ulrich [2].

Sources

  1. 20 Things You Might Not Know About Birthday Boy James ... — iheart.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. James Hetfield – Biography — ultimatemetallica.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People