They turned down Les Claypool's services. So yeah, all the other bass players out there gave up. Besides that Lars & James have a firm grip on what THEY WANT with the creative process. Robert has done well under the thumbs of Lars & James.
Steve Harris was, is and always be the 🐐🐐🐐🐐. He’s not only the Greatest Metal Bassist he’s one of the greatest song writers of all time. Just read the lyrics of Death of the Celts. I’m in no way taking anything away from Robert, but Steve Harris is Iron Maiden. 🤘🤘UpTheIrons🤘🤘
Suicidal tendencies may not have been anywhere near as big but they were respected by their peers as the best in that thrash scene, almost unanimously agree and even Dave mustaine says it. Rob was the last element to join but was also within that peak period with suicidal and that wasn't a coincidence.
Cliff was super innovative, Jason was a fuckin' beast and had an awesome on-stage presence, and Robert has a tremendous personality and a different playing style. All three are awesome. End of discussion.
@@voice_of_g He was honestly pretty good, and the demos he’s on probably have the best bass mixing on any Metallica recording. I wonder what would have happened if he would have made his own band like Mustaine, but he said he didn’t want to live that lifestyle.
@@voice_of_g He wasn't in long enough to care. He bounced cause of Dave. Then dave got the boot shortly after. Ironic. Poor guys missed out on millions
Trujillo came from the Osbourne camp. He knows the drill with the boss and his vices. Hatfield is a couple of rungs down the addict ladder from Ozzy. Robert comprehends he’s a paid employee that can be replaced.
@@talesfromthetoiletseat8295 Sure! Just ask anyone who played guitar/bass/drums for her husband. She learned the business from her dad...the UK equivalent of Suge Knight. Lars took notes on the Puppets/Sin tour, I guess...
@@tojorozombie hatfield is barely an addict he went to rehab for drinking and lars went for coke come on thats a joke. I shot coke up for a year everyday and my new girlfriend at the time was like i dont realky want to date a coke head so i said ok gimme 1 day to go on a bender and ill stop and thats what i did. Heroin now thats another story that one was a little harder to get over. Seriously i dont think the metalica camp has ever done anything more than coke and drinking. Unless you have been physically addicted to opiates, alchohol or benzodiazapines your not going to have withdrawls. If you need rehab to stop then you probbly wont stay clean. I know i kicked heroin cold turkey more times than i can count i always went right back until i was ready to quit by my own choice. Anyways ozzy had 10times the drug problems as james seriously i cant even believe you said that. I dont even know james to use needles and if your not using needles do you really have a problem haha
He already let everyone down by re-recording the bass tracks on Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman, in 2002. He has no cred. He’s a company man, which is why he was hired.
Rob was the right fit for 4 main reasons: 1) He is insanely talented and technically proficient, he could play any song that he wanted to, or that they wanted him to play 2) Him playing fingerstyle reminded them of how cliff played back in the day 3) He was an easy going, no bullshit, no ego type guy in a band full of egos so he didnt clash with them 4) Rob already had years of writing, recording, playing and touring around the world with many different rock and metal bands to that point including Infectous Grooves, Suicidal Tendancies, Black Label Society, Ozzy Osbourne, Glenn Tipton, Jerry Cantrell, and Mass Mental, so he definately had the experience and practicality for the job
I met the band in 2009 after trying for over 23 years to get a backstage pass. I met Rob and he was the absolute nicest guy. He joked around with us, was really humble but outgoing and energetic. Lars was actually incredibly nice also, he made you feel like he was genuinely interested in what you were saying to him. That’s not easy to do when you meet fans every night for months on end and hear the same things over and over. Kirk was shy, reserved but still really nice. James was loud, laughed a lot, made fun of me because I forgot to take the lamination off the pick-guard he was signing (which is on video….ugh so embarrassing), but overall he was also really nice. He’s the one I looked up to the most, as I was primarily a rhythm guitarist because of him. Of course he’s the first one to come out, which means I didn’t get to calm my nerves down by meeting someone else first. Was still an amazing concert with amazing seats, I dragged my 70 year old father to it and now that he’s gone, it’s one of my favorite memories.
@@rabidmoose2682 Lars was actually the nicest out of the three of them, except Rob. Lars took the time to genuinely talk to me and listen to what I had to say, seemingly interested in what I was talking about. James and Kirk were nice but didn’t really take much time to talk or listen. Rob did, but there wasn’t much to really talk about with him other than complimenting him on his killer bass playing. So whatever people say about Lars, my experience with him was pleasant and interesting. He treated everyone there very well and was genuinely really nice and engaged with the fans. That can’t be easy to do when you meet as many people as he does, and he does it every single concert.
His playing is powerful and unique, but I think Rob’s lighthearted and fun nature is a big part of why they chose him. His personality was a breath of fresh air to the negativity they had been living in for so long. He exudes positive energy.
Rob and Kirk stayed in the band because they let James and Lars run the show. They don't make demands and they play and do what they're told. The whole reason Jason left was because he wasn't going to let James tell him what he can and can't do. Kirk and Rob do.
Bullshit!!!...i Can play every Metallica song better then that guy, i really don't know why they couldnt find some guy that isnt so happy that play with those guys, yeah they Are Metallica but they Are just people, not gods...........ridicilous........and bullshit.....
I’m not sure what any of the replies in this thread have to do with my original post saying Rob is a fun guy with great energy, and it’s just what the band needed. In no way did I imply Jason wasn’t a good bassist. And I certainly wasn’t saying anything positive or negative about James and Lars. Whether you’re a Metallica lover OR hater, you fucking guys can’t even handle a guy simply giving Rob a compliment.
As a bassist myself, Metallica has always struck gold with their bassists. Trujillo is an outstanding player, has great stage presence, and anyone would be lucky to have him...
I never understood the Rob Trujillo hate. He came well prepared, had instant chemistry with the band, he withstood the pressure and carried them through their toughest years. He's still the most technically proficient member of Metallica, and if he can keep up with Lars' timing, he has to be a monster musician.
I think, in 1986 Jason was the perfect man who can save Metallica. In 2003, Robert was the perfect man who can save Metallica. Two different guy, but both has a huge heart.
@@FailureToBe Rob was the the most technical member of Metallica. Lars and James cannot bully him because, aside from him being the best player in the band, he was also physically imposing
@@realitybites629 ROB IS A CHAD. No but even if he was like a scrawny guy I doubt they would’ve. If you watch SKOM they clearly respect rob and his ability and tone.They’ve stated that one of biggest mistakes they’ve made was being hard on Jason.
@@israppleraglobalistgroup2270 Why would Jason want to play like Cliff? Even Rob doesn't try to play like Cliff. They use their own styles and adapt to the band's sound.
I feel bad for the way Jason was treated. He came into the picture at the worst possible time, and I was glad to hear James finally admit it. Rob, however, came into the mix with his own legacy in hand. We would know his name, regardless.
You know to me Jason was the bassist and always will be, he was the glue that held Metallica together after cliff, he was a huge reason why Metallica was so good in concert back in the day, Jason was the spirit of Metallica, Jason is so much better than Rob.
@Kraze that doesnt mean he is the better musician. Jason left, and they needed a bassists, and Robert ended up becoming the new bassists. Time doesn't mean shit
Rob Trujillo's past projects (Suicidal Tendencies, Infectious Grooves, Ozzy) in my opinion showed that he had the chops (speed etc) and the musicality to be able to keep up with and fit in with Metallica from the beginning. People seem to forget about Suicidal Tendencies and what an awesome band they were. Check out his work on "Lights, Camera, Revolution" and "The Art of Rebellion" and all of the Infectious Grooves albums. Awesome stuff.
Exactly. I remember seeing Ozzy Osbourne live like five times in the 90s and I just remember thinking Rob was probably like top five best bass players alive at that time in the metal community. He’s a very good technical bass player, he’s got that funky element to his style that really pops, he’s got a great stage presence, I really couldn’t think of a better person to join the band other than him. Don’t get me wrong. I’m a huge fan of Jason’s and he was the bass player when I got into Metallica in the very early 90s. I was 12 years old when I became a fan of Metallica and Cliff died when I was six years old so it’s not like I have a memory of Cliff Burton being the bass player. I acknowledge Cliff is probably the greatest ever but to me Jason was always just as much a part of the band is the other guys and I hated that he left. But if we can’t have Jason in the band, I think Rob is really the best bass player we could hope for to fill that spot. It’s crazy thinking about it, but Rob has been in the band longer than Jason and Cliff combined were in the band.
Everybody knows who Rob was. He's a legend before ever joining Metallica. His experience on tour speaks for itself. He's always been a huge talent and a true professional, so it was only a matter of getting along with the boys and accepting that from now on, that's what's in store for me. They badly needed long-term stability. And that worked out for the best.
I absolutely love Robert Trujillo. I love the way he plays his bass. His son is following in his footsteps. Having already gone on tour with Korn when he was 12 years old!
They've known Rob for years. He is a great team player and his personality would not clash with James/Lars. Rob is also similar to Kirk personality wise so he gave kirk an ally in the band...
Cliff Burton, Jason Newsted, Rob Trujillo... Seriously, is like the rest of the guys were saying "Yeah, we want the Bass players to be The Best musician in the band".
I saw an interview with Jason recently and he said he left because James threatened him by saying "arrangements can be made". That sentence was the final straw.
At some point it’s not friends jamming anymore. It’s a business and a marketing brand. Jason wanted a family, Metallica wasn’t that anymore after Cliff death.
I join your cause brother. And actually, why not half of Death's discography (there are a lot of great and interesting songs to analyse such as Spiritual Healing, Perennial Quest, Trapped in a Corner, Vacant Planets etc) and Death as a band in general (Chuck as a musician was in the same league with Cliff, idk why everybody seems to forget him).
@@alexcostea1455 I agree with you, I was thinking bolt thrower or something else but then death just came to mind because of how melodic Chucks music is and I'd also love to see some teutonic thrash and new wave thrash analyses
Reminds me of the DT drummer auditions. They were world-class players, and - at least a few - seemed to struggle. Robert Trujillo is an awesome fit for Metallica, and seems like an all-around really grounded and cool dude, too.
When you're as big as Metallica, you gotta be the whole package. Not just technically accomplished (for instance, I would never doubt Les claypool's chops), but also someone who works well for the band, being cooperative and able to take a backseat. That said, I feel like Robert Trujillo is very underutilized in Metallica. I just feel like he's always be compared to someone (I get it, Cliff Burton was truly one of a kind!) As if he's eternally"filling in" for someone instead of being a truly new member. Idk, good bassists are in short order and I'd rather see em put to good use!
That's what I've always thought. I mean he was great but that's decades ago. Metallica was really disrespectful to Jason and it's time fans should stop disrespecting Rob and let it go. Metallica did great with Cliff but Metallica has also achieved so much without him.
Better yet, if Kirk Hammett died in Sweden in 1986. My personal favourite for a new Metallica guitarist then would've been Jason Becker. The Metallica-Megadeth rivalry would've played out for longer once both bands hired half of Cacophony
8:30 is such a valid point, I heard someone tell me once as a young guy learning that the reason we learn to play so well is because we lose 50-75% of our skills to nerves in front of a crowd. I didn't understand that until I played live in front of a crowd, and the numb fingers is a thing for sure.
I am a huge Jason Newsted fan (and Cliff of course) and I was pissed off when Jason left the band and they got Robert. I promise you I love him these days. A lot. He's a beast.
I'll never forget when Cliff passed away. This was a very significant event! And extremely sad(a friend of mine was touring with a band, playing bass, and their bus passed the Metallica bus "in the ditch", but didn't know who/what happened until getting to their next stop)! The only bright side was that all the real Metallica fans knew who would be their next bass player! The bassist for "Flotsam and Jetsam", who was excellent in that band, as well as "The biggest Metallica fan", more than any other bassist back then. No surprise there! I'll never forget before Jason even recorded w/Metallica. The Incredibly great bass intro from, I believe, his last "Flotsam and Jetsam" recording? We were young, smoking weed and taking LSD! And couldn't stop listening to that bad ass bass intro, lol!!! I'll need to give her a listening to now! Obviously, Robert Trujillo was the Future of Metallica, from the try outs especially, lol! He's got that Metal Soul that can't be denied! Great video!!!🤘🤘💜🙏
I never even considered Rexx brown being in Metallica until today, and Metallica and pantera are my two favorite bands. That would’ve been interesting.
I don't quite think that Metallica is deserving of Rex's monster tone. Pantera's sound quality runs circles around Metallica's, maybe except on the Black Album.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but was Rex Brown struggling to the point of almost dying from alcoholism around the time Jason split? I saw a interview with Philip and he mentioned Rex stashing Vodka bottles in the bus and in the dressing rooms while playing for Down
He also played with Suicidal Tendencies and Infectious Grooves which showed how talented he actually is. Infectious Grooves' basslines are NUTS. Like Flea from RHCP on acid nuts.
I always thought Metallica hindered themselves by only focusing on their own music and not allowing the members to experiment outside of the band. Jason wanted that freedom, and Trujillo is an accomplished flamenco guitar player as well as a bassist, but I'd love to hear what Hammet can do when let loose from Metallica. I'd bet him and Les Claypool would be an incredible match.
Robert is amazing--I knew him from ST when he took them to a whole new level and influenced their funky side project. When I heard he was joining Metallica, I had the same feeling when I heard Marty Friedman was joining Megadeth: their next album is going to be awesome!
I love Jason Newsted. His vocal is awesome and always will be 'Creeping death'. Anyway, your metallica videos are always awesome! Cheers from South korea! \m/
His vocals on every song is better then robs and he was very dominant on stage, pushing James to always put in a bit more effort at that time. His vocals on entersandman is amazing. James and Jason was a good duo
I’ve been watching these videos recently because there’s a local metal band in my area that’s planning on holding bass player auditions in a few weeks and I’ve been practicing they’re songs and watching these videos to get the ideas of what I should as shouldn’t do
I started listening to Infectious Grooves in the mid 90s... I just started playing bass and I was a huge fan of Primus and RHCP, amongst others... first time I heard Sarsipius Arc I was blown away by the bass... been a Trujillo fan ever since... dude is an absolute beast on bass... one of the best in the world! I love Metallica... but they don’t deserve him...
It’s mind boggling that Cliff wrote 3 albums with them, Jason was part of 5 albums and Rob has only managed 2 studio albums even tho he’s been with them longer then the pervious two combined....let that sink in! Man Metallica’s output has come to a standstill for nearly over a decade really....I love ‘Tallica but it’s just flat out SAD! That’s what happens when guys have kids tho....I’m glad they’re happy and I’ll just enjoy the old records and be happy we have them!
Or it's the industry, as it's been since the turn of 2000 - sustaining money is not from full length new albums. Rather, it is playing live. Their catalog is large enough, and mostly beloved. So they, as many others, focus on their performances at this point.
@@ahnomileeus-1428 not really, only the old big bands who have no New stuff to write do that, there are dozens of good bands from 80s who still put out albums every couple of years.
I watched a youtube vid of Rob playing Anastasia and Kluthlu back to back. My jaw was on the floor, he both honoured cliff's style and sensibilities while speaking in his own voice (bass voice). That dude is a master.
I love Trujillo. He was in Metallica tribute band(s) prior to actually being in metallica. So he knew the songs already. I wish he would get more writing privileges however
Rob basically played in a super group prior to Metallica (Ozzy, Mike Bordin and Zakk Wylde). Before that, a thrash/punk icon (Suicidal). He had stage presence and god tier musical talent that had been played on the largest stages in the world. There are good players out there, but very few with that kind of resume. Perfect fit, great player and a worthy part of the Metallica legacy.
I got to see Metallica Live in Vancouver in 2017. The lights cut out and Robert Trujillo stood on the front of the stage with a spot light playing anesthesia while they showed clips of cliff in the background. Absolutely amazing bassist
Rob was a seasoned pro already by the time he joined Metallica, he'd been playing in various mega successful bands and doing the same touring machine as Metallica for years already. He's a good fit style-wise but he was also a just a great choice for his experience. I think they were older and wiser enough not to do all the hazing that Jason got, so he was always going to be safe in that respect. Oddly, none of the other bassists they auditioned had a background in heavy metal/thrash. Twiggy, Avery, Lohner - they're great rock musicians from heavy bands, but they're not thrash guys. Was never going work, like it wouldn't have with Claypool.
Good point! But again, it comes down to that there’s tons of successful, talented, or at least hard working metal bands/bassists in USA. And they basically found only one to invite, and he eventually got the spot.
Good point on the non thrash guys. They weren’t interested in their old direction at all... and all the big 4 started doing their album tours 2-3 years later to cash in. They probably wanted to do more St Angrr BS ETC.
@@Xplora213 Yeah, I get that they wanted someone who could move away from that with them, which is probably another reason why Rob was a good choice. But they still need to play the old stuff so needed someone who could keep up with that too.
If you look where Roberto is coming from that thing is a walk in the park if he didn't crack under pressure. Just listened to some Infectious Grooves and when the basslines hit you know he is good. His son played a few shows with Korn as a KID, them Trujillo genes are good.
Robert was the obvious choice back then: a) Great Bass Player. Great looking guy too. b) Non opinionated calm personality c) Always up for a challenge with no ego d) His Mexican heritage would connect well with Metallica's huge Latino audience e) Metallica needed someone line Kirk who wouldn't jump in between the two powerhouses of Lars and Hetfield
I think they had already chosen Robert before playing with him. Probably someone who knew him spoke about him (his personality, musical ability, etc) to the band. Maybe Ozzy Ousborne or Mike Muir from Suicidal...
Given that they all knew there’s only like a couple matching guys, I wouldn’t be surprised if that’s true. And so the audition was more for PR, so that Rob was accepted better. Or as a back up plan, just in case
For fuck sake, if it wasn't for the popularity of The Black Album, which is the best selling metal album in History, 80 % of people who became Cliff Burton fanboys with the internet, wouldn't even listen to Metallica. It's like everyone is old school. "YEAH, MAN. I WAS THERE. BACK IN THE DAY. 1986. WHAT A TRAGEDY." LOL. Most of you can thank Jason, or else you would never give a fuck about pre-MTV Metallica.
@@HeathenDance yep this is it. No Black, no interest. Love their 82-92 period... but Jason is the heart and soul, they needed a proper metal head without compromises. Cliff died. Rob isn’t an issue, they haven’t written anything notable with him. No hate, but don’t ride Cliffs gravestone. He’s been gone 35 years ago.
@@Xplora213 I believe Cliff Burton himself, being a rebellious free spirit, would appreciate an objective opinion. He is one of the best composers ever, in Metal. That's not the point.
Lol, I have pictures of me in '85 or '86 with a Metallica T-shirt. There were a few tunes I like from the Jason era but I don't think I ever bought an album past his first with the band. I think Cliff was way above the talent of the rest of the band. He needed to play with someone like Danny Carey
Daaaaamn since 2003????? Time flies! He was the perfect choice for many reasons. Looks the part, sounds the part and is a chill humble guy who helps ground the band.
Technically Jason did considering him being tolerant to put up with all the abuse. When Lars and James was at their lowest points in life. Jason held it down for many years before his breaking point. If he would of given up earlier Metallica’s history would of looked way different
From day one, I was pumped when Rob became Metallica's new bassist. Unlike what a lot of people think, he fits perfectly in my eyes. There is no doubt that he needs a bigger platform in the band, and his bass should be more prominent in the mix. Absolutely killer player.
Hard to replace the first person seen in a band . Cliff really changed bass with Anesthesia ( pulling teeth ) ,the great Ian Hill Judas Priest way before any others.
Jason is my favorite Metallica bassist. He is a giant among bassists. And definitely Rob had big shoes to fill but he was the only one other than Bob who could have been bassists. I think Canadian Peter Cardinali would have been good
I met Rob and his son Tye at a show one time when Tye's band was playing. He is a really cool dude, down to earth guy. He even ran around the pit for a while while the openers were playing. Super awesome, I even got a picture with them both!
Cuz Rob is the best. He didn't join Metallica, Metallica joined Rob. Since the Suicidal days to Infectious to Ozzy, I knew since day 1 Rob oozes talent. That's why IMO he's the best rock bassist and hired gun there is.
Guys....Im gonna be completely honest here...and I've felt this way since I heard the news years ago. Rob is WAY too talented for Metallica. Dont get me wrong...he hit the big time and he earned it! Worked his ASS OFF! But his straight up SKILL is beyond Metallica. And I dont see Lars or James ever letting that light truly shine. Awesome for Rob. I'm honestly happy for him. But we are being deprived of what hes truly capable of.
@@timdahl my very first show...ever...was Suicidal Tendencies and Infectious Grooves. We were first in line, and we got right up against the stage barrier. Marsipius was there...man it was fukn amazing. The good old days. 30 years ago now...give or take.
We actually met Mike Muir after that show...he came right out and just hung out and chatted with his fans, signed autographs etc...it was awesome. Super down to earth guy.
@@alterego6075 I first learned of Rob through Suicidal and IG as well. They were the perfect vehicle for him because they mixed metal with funk, his signature style. No-one wants to hear a Metallica record with funk in it.
Let‘s be honest - Rob was the only one who really deserved the spot. The energy, the enthusiasm and the presence, it was all there. Most of the other dudes looked like they were at a job interview looking to make some nice cash. Rob was there rocking out with his idols, he would have taken that spot for free if he had to. Metallica could not have wished for a better addition to the band.
Robert is a great bassists. Metallica has been truly blessed with great bassists. All of them different, but all of them amazing, each bringing his own style. I have liked them all. Wish they would have given Jason more of a chance to shine though.
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They turned down Les Claypool's services. So yeah, all the other bass players out there gave up. Besides that Lars & James have a firm grip on what THEY WANT with the creative process. Robert has done well under the thumbs of Lars & James.
No thanks
Steve Harris was, is and always be the 🐐🐐🐐🐐. He’s not only the Greatest Metal Bassist he’s one of the greatest song writers of all time. Just read the lyrics of Death of the Celts.
I’m in no way taking anything away from Robert, but Steve Harris is Iron Maiden.
🤘🤘UpTheIrons🤘🤘
Suicidal tendencies may not have been anywhere near as big but they were respected by their peers as the best in that thrash scene, almost unanimously agree and even Dave mustaine says it. Rob was the last element to join but was also within that peak period with suicidal and that wasn't a coincidence.
@@Qwazier3 i would turn down les claypool too, he's fucking horrible
Cliff was super innovative, Jason was a fuckin' beast and had an awesome on-stage presence, and Robert has a tremendous personality and a different playing style. All three are awesome. End of discussion.
But what about Ron McGovney?? 🤔😂😂
@@voice_of_g mcgrovney on No Life til Leather
@@voice_of_g He was honestly pretty good, and the demos he’s on probably have the best bass mixing on any Metallica recording. I wonder what would have happened if he would have made his own band like Mustaine, but he said he didn’t want to live that lifestyle.
@@voice_of_g He wasn't in long enough to care. He bounced cause of Dave. Then dave got the boot shortly after. Ironic. Poor guys missed out on millions
Robert is such a waste of talent in Metallica.
It just proves that Rob has a great personality. Imagine going to work with post-rehab James and shouting Lars.
Trujillo came from the Osbourne camp. He knows the drill with the boss and his vices.
Hatfield is a couple of rungs down the addict ladder from Ozzy.
Robert comprehends he’s a paid employee that can be replaced.
I can’t imagine shouting Lars being any worse than Sharon Osborne lol
I bet she is a royal PITA when she wants to be
@@talesfromthetoiletseat8295 Sure! Just ask anyone who played guitar/bass/drums for her husband.
She learned the business from her dad...the UK equivalent of Suge Knight.
Lars took notes on the Puppets/Sin tour, I guess...
Damn, good point
@@tojorozombie hatfield is barely an addict he went to rehab for drinking and lars went for coke come on thats a joke. I shot coke up for a year everyday and my new girlfriend at the time was like i dont realky want to date a coke head so i said ok gimme 1 day to go on a bender and ill stop and thats what i did. Heroin now thats another story that one was a little harder to get over. Seriously i dont think the metalica camp has ever done anything more than coke and drinking. Unless you have been physically addicted to opiates, alchohol or benzodiazapines your not going to have withdrawls. If you need rehab to stop then you probbly wont stay clean. I know i kicked heroin cold turkey more times than i can count i always went right back until i was ready to quit by my own choice. Anyways ozzy had 10times the drug problems as james seriously i cant even believe you said that. I dont even know james to use needles and if your not using needles do you really have a problem haha
Because he saw Cliff's portrait before audition and said to him "I won't let you down, brother."
Btw, his full name is Roberto Agustín Hipólito Miguel Santiago Samuel Pérez de la Santa Concepción Trujillo de Niño de Jesús Veracruz
@@Ilshatey kazoo
@@Ilshatey But Pérez de la Santa Concepción is not a real surname 🤔
He already let everyone down by re-recording the bass tracks on Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman, in 2002.
He has no cred. He’s a company man, which is why he was hired.
Are you sure it's not Pablo Diego Jose Francisco de Pablo Juan Nepomuceno Maria de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santisima Trinidad Ruiz y Picasso?
Rob was the right fit for 4 main reasons:
1) He is insanely talented and technically proficient, he could play any song that he wanted to, or that they wanted him to play
2) Him playing fingerstyle reminded them of how cliff played back in the day
3) He was an easy going, no bullshit, no ego type guy in a band full of egos so he didnt clash with them
4) Rob already had years of writing, recording, playing and touring around the world with many different rock and metal bands to that point including Infectous Grooves, Suicidal Tendancies, Black Label Society, Ozzy Osbourne, Glenn Tipton, Jerry Cantrell, and Mass Mental, so he definately had the experience and practicality for the job
Been a fan of Rob for years, but my favourite era of him was when he was with suicidal tendencies and infectious grooves!
💯. I'm surprised that more people don't know of these bands
holy shit i never knew he was from suicidal tendencies! thats sick! i thought he was from ozzys band for some reason
@@crikit_6058 Yeah he played in ozzy's band too after he left suicidal. He played in ozzy's band with Mike Bordin of faith no more and Joe Holmes.
Infectious Grooves all the way. He's wasted in Metallica but I get why he joined.
@@eldiablo3794 and jerry cantrells solo stuff
Anyone who chooses “Battery” as a warmup tune is bound to be pretty fuck’n good.
I choose master of puppets as a warm up to get my picking up to speed and also my fingers
Lol... heard him warm up playing part of battery at a show back when he was with Suicidal Tendencies many, many years ago.
Finger style nonetheless
he picked it because he knew it well, he recorded it on a covers compilation before the audition
@Bob Ross well then link your video bud
*"For whom the Roberto Agustín Miguel Santiago Samuel Trujillo Veracruz Crabwalks"*
**Crab Noises*
*Crab Rave* 🦀
De Tijuana.
His spirit animal is the crab, and his spirit instrument is the kazoo.
For the kazoo
I met the band in 2009 after trying for over 23 years to get a backstage pass. I met Rob and he was the absolute nicest guy. He joked around with us, was really humble but outgoing and energetic. Lars was actually incredibly nice also, he made you feel like he was genuinely interested in what you were saying to him. That’s not easy to do when you meet fans every night for months on end and hear the same things over and over. Kirk was shy, reserved but still really nice. James was loud, laughed a lot, made fun of me because I forgot to take the lamination off the pick-guard he was signing (which is on video….ugh so embarrassing), but overall he was also really nice. He’s the one I looked up to the most, as I was primarily a rhythm guitarist because of him. Of course he’s the first one to come out, which means I didn’t get to calm my nerves down by meeting someone else first. Was still an amazing concert with amazing seats, I dragged my 70 year old father to it and now that he’s gone, it’s one of my favorite memories.
You soumd like a loser.
And Lars was a total douch!!
@@rabidmoose2682 Lars was actually the nicest out of the three of them, except Rob. Lars took the time to genuinely talk to me and listen to what I had to say, seemingly interested in what I was talking about. James and Kirk were nice but didn’t really take much time to talk or listen. Rob did, but there wasn’t much to really talk about with him other than complimenting him on his killer bass playing.
So whatever people say about Lars, my experience with him was pleasant and interesting. He treated everyone there very well and was genuinely really nice and engaged with the fans. That can’t be easy to do when you meet as many people as he does, and he does it every single concert.
His playing is powerful and unique, but I think Rob’s lighthearted and fun nature is a big part of why they chose him. His personality was a breath of fresh air to the negativity they had been living in for so long. He exudes positive energy.
Jason was everything you say too. And he was an animal onstage
Rob and Kirk stayed in the band because they let James and Lars run the show. They don't make demands and they play and do what they're told. The whole reason Jason left was because he wasn't going to let James tell him what he can and can't do. Kirk and Rob do.
Bullshit!!!...i Can play every Metallica song better then that guy, i really don't know why they couldnt find some guy that isnt so happy that play with those guys, yeah they Are Metallica but they Are just people, not gods...........ridicilous........and bullshit.....
@@twiggsherman3641 thank you
I’m not sure what any of the replies in this thread have to do with my original post saying Rob is a fun guy with great energy, and it’s just what the band needed.
In no way did I imply Jason wasn’t a good bassist. And I certainly wasn’t saying anything positive or negative about James and Lars.
Whether you’re a Metallica lover OR hater, you fucking guys can’t even handle a guy simply giving Rob a compliment.
As a bassist myself, Metallica has always struck gold with their bassists. Trujillo is an outstanding player, has great stage presence, and anyone would be lucky to have him...
Suicidal Tendencies, Infectious Grooves...yep, Metallica made a good choice picking him.
@@GoDamnWeird Totally. There are a lot of people who don't play who don't understand how fantastic a player Trujillo is.
@John Martin Cantorne You must be deaf if you can’t hear Jason live
Rob's work in Suicidal and Infectious Groves is go really great
When you have an avg drummer you need a great bassist.
I never understood the Rob Trujillo hate. He came well prepared, had instant chemistry with the band, he withstood the pressure and carried them through their toughest years. He's still the most technically proficient member of Metallica, and if he can keep up with Lars' timing, he has to be a monster musician.
he is not the face of the true metallica sorry
@@fabiomunhozgomes
Neither was Jason Newsted.
@@fabiomunhozgomes he's been in Metallica longer than any other bassist and he played in two great Metallica records. He is the true Metallica.
@Anderson Cooper I'm sure that plays a part in Rob's case, but Jason was also rejected and he still is.
@Anderson Cooper
Kirk isn't white either - he's half Filipino.
I think, in 1986 Jason was the perfect man who can save Metallica. In 2003, Robert was the perfect man who can save Metallica. Two different guy, but both has a huge heart.
Rob didn't save Metallica. They were legends before he even showed up.
@@harrycollins3248 They needed a bassist, which Metallica is often short on. Bob Rock definitely couldn’t have replaced Jason.
@@harrycollins3248 he sure did bud. They were calling apart and robs attitude and instant connection definitely helped
@@FailureToBe Rob was the the most technical member of Metallica.
Lars and James cannot bully him because, aside from him being the best player in the band, he was also physically imposing
@@realitybites629 ROB IS A CHAD. No but even if he was like a scrawny guy I doubt they would’ve. If you watch SKOM they clearly respect rob and his ability and tone.They’ve stated that one of biggest mistakes they’ve made was being hard on Jason.
The last time I was this early, Dimebag Darrell was still called Diamond Darrell.
Last time I was this early, Dave was in the band.
@@spacejesus4747 last time I was this early, angus young was still young and bon Scott was still AC/DC’s lead singer
@@zanem4526 last time I was this early, Ozzy's system was drug free.
Last time I was this early every singer was putting foam covers on their microphones.
Last time I was this early the Beatles werent world wide famous
The reason that rob still feels new is because he’s only been on 2 albums.
*3
xD
@@panossyngounis6902 he actually didn't play on St. Anger that was all done by the producer and then the band hired Rob
@@panossyngounis6902 correct, he also played on Lulu
It’s easy to forget he’s been on three because they were all forgettable albums.
Jason Newstead was amazing. 100% energy, metal vocals and tight player. Not to mention the effort he gave to meeting fans. Big loss.
Newsted
That's why they have been on a downwards slope since Jason's exit.
I just don't like Jason newstead not playing like cliff burton
@@israppleraglobalistgroup2270 Why would Jason want to play like Cliff? Even Rob doesn't try to play like Cliff. They use their own styles and adapt to the band's sound.
Newsted is a whiny little bitch about being a B-list musician.
Cliff: most songs written
Jason: most albums made with Metallica
Robert: most years with Metallica
Ron McGoveny most pre record deal gigs haha
I think Rob has just as many/maybe more writing credits. He had credit on every Death Magnetic track and one or two on Hardwired. Can't remember.
@@sdavis6806 someone needs to track him down and interview him.
@@augmentedhat16 i believe he has done some interviews and actually joined Dave Mustaine on stage a few years back and played a couple Metallica songs
Ron McGovney: most times judo thrown by Dave Mustaine.
Rob 100% deserved the job. So happy for everyone involved.
I feel bad for the way Jason was treated. He came into the picture at the worst possible time, and I was glad to hear James finally admit it. Rob, however, came into the mix with his own legacy in hand. We would know his name, regardless.
You know to me Jason was the bassist and always will be, he was the glue that held Metallica together after cliff, he was a huge reason why Metallica was so good in concert back in the day, Jason was the spirit of Metallica, Jason is so much better than Rob.
@@jessedeleon4123 Agreed. Jason sang really good backup vocals in concert, too. Now they're missing that element
That's a really good point. Jason basically saved Metallica from breaking up. What did Rob do? Fill in a spot? 'Cmon.
@@harrycollins3248 well he is filling the spot that Jason left and it seems Metallica ain't got a problem with that
@Kraze that doesnt mean he is the better musician. Jason left, and they needed a bassists, and Robert ended up becoming the new bassists. Time doesn't mean shit
Rob Trujillo's past projects (Suicidal Tendencies, Infectious Grooves, Ozzy) in my opinion showed that he had the chops (speed etc) and the musicality to be able to keep up with and fit in with Metallica from the beginning. People seem to forget about Suicidal Tendencies and what an awesome band they were. Check out his work on "Lights, Camera, Revolution" and "The Art of Rebellion" and all of the Infectious Grooves albums. Awesome stuff.
Exactly. I remember seeing Ozzy Osbourne live like five times in the 90s and I just remember thinking Rob was probably like top five best bass players alive at that time in the metal community. He’s a very good technical bass player, he’s got that funky element to his style that really pops, he’s got a great stage presence, I really couldn’t think of a better person to join the band other than him. Don’t get me wrong. I’m a huge fan of Jason’s and he was the bass player when I got into Metallica in the very early 90s. I was 12 years old when I became a fan of Metallica and Cliff died when I was six years old so it’s not like I have a memory of Cliff Burton being the bass player. I acknowledge Cliff is probably the greatest ever but to me Jason was always just as much a part of the band is the other guys and I hated that he left. But if we can’t have Jason in the band, I think Rob is really the best bass player we could hope for to fill that spot. It’s crazy thinking about it, but Rob has been in the band longer than Jason and Cliff combined were in the band.
His first audition song was battery i think
Totally agree. My favorite band along with Infectious Grooves
Everybody knows who Rob was. He's a legend before ever joining Metallica. His experience on tour speaks for itself. He's always been a huge talent and a true professional, so it was only a matter of getting along with the boys and accepting that from now on, that's what's in store for me. They badly needed long-term stability. And that worked out for the best.
I absolutely love Robert Trujillo. I love the way he plays his bass. His son is following in his footsteps. Having already gone on tour with Korn when he was 12 years old!
They've known Rob for years. He is a great team player and his personality would not clash with James/Lars. Rob is also similar to Kirk personality wise so he gave kirk an ally in the band...
I knew their was no way Les Claypool or the COC guy would get the gig. They would want to contribute and Lars and James would not like that long term.
Yeah, Kirk does kinda get shit on. Rob and Kirk are prolly the better musicians in the group though.
The band is only James and Lars nobody else gets a say
@@seansteele1269 Cool. What other "insider" nuggets about the band can you tell us about?
Rob is amazing on guitar as well.
I like how James didn't even have to be changed in the Thomas The Tank Engine photo.
Ooh, on he burns!
I assume you mean his brakes, right?
Timestamp??
@@Eris_Norregard.
3:35.
@@TotoDG Thanks man. I somehow missed it the first time watching, and I didn't know I needed this in my life. 🤣
Rob is such a legend
May he forever be the best Kazoo player in Metallica
Cliff Burton, Jason Newsted, Rob Trujillo... Seriously, is like the rest of the guys were saying "Yeah, we want the Bass players to be The Best musician in the band".
I saw an interview with Jason recently and he said he left because James threatened him by saying "arrangements can be made". That sentence was the final straw.
At some point it’s not friends jamming anymore. It’s a business and a marketing brand. Jason wanted a family, Metallica wasn’t that anymore after Cliff death.
Not getting how that's a threat. Interested in the interview though
Links n shait in description! Next video will contain only 50% of Metallica, and the other 50% are a band that starts on G
Ghost? Lol
@@trafy5258 Gthic, according to ze leenks.
Should it be Gojira
Терпеть не могу метлу, как по мне, переоценённая группа. Послушал альбом мастер оф памперс, однообразный металл, ни одной песни себе не выделил
@@auraofdeath423 Мнение принято. Но просто любопытно: как ты здесь вообще оказался/лась на канале МеталликоЗадрота?))
Day one of asking for a a Flesh and the power it holds analysis
I join your cause brother. And actually, why not half of Death's discography (there are a lot of great and interesting songs to analyse such as Spiritual Healing, Perennial Quest, Trapped in a Corner, Vacant Planets etc) and Death as a band in general (Chuck as a musician was in the same league with Cliff, idk why everybody seems to forget him).
do it andriy.
@@alexcostea1455 I agree with you, I was thinking bolt thrower or something else but then death just came to mind because of how melodic Chucks music is and I'd also love to see some teutonic thrash and new wave thrash analyses
Without judgement too!
@@alexcostea1455 don't forget Infernal Death, an underrated classic
Andriy: No more Metallica videos!
Metallica: Bonjour
Andriy: from now on, Metallica will be 50%, not 100% of my channel
Some Subs: d e a f
@@AndriyVasylenko your clap back game is strong❤️
Reminds me of the DT drummer auditions. They were world-class players, and - at least a few - seemed to struggle.
Robert Trujillo is an awesome fit for Metallica, and seems like an all-around really grounded and cool dude, too.
When you're as big as Metallica, you gotta be the whole package. Not just technically accomplished (for instance, I would never doubt Les claypool's chops), but also someone who works well for the band, being cooperative and able to take a backseat.
That said, I feel like Robert Trujillo is very underutilized in Metallica. I just feel like he's always be compared to someone (I get it, Cliff Burton was truly one of a kind!) As if he's eternally"filling in" for someone instead of being a truly new member.
Idk, good bassists are in short order and I'd rather see em put to good use!
That's what I've always thought. I mean he was great but that's decades ago. Metallica was really disrespectful to Jason and it's time fans should stop disrespecting Rob and let it go. Metallica did great with Cliff but Metallica has also achieved so much without him.
When you get to that talent level there isnt necessarily better, just different styles.
Has to throw in the "how could you play in the wrong key?!!?" 😂😂
Rob is a consummate musician, period. He shredded Suicidal Tendencies and Infectious Grooves and can rip your head off with bebop lines.
Don't forget he toured with Ozzy.
Definitely.
@@C-R-Y
And played on Jerry Cantrell's 2nd solo album Degradation Trip.
Personally in my opinion he was better off in SUICIDAL TENDENCIES. He seems underused in Metallica
....and he's a helluva guitarist as well. Check out the video of him playing flamenco on acoustic...unbelievable!
5:09 IT’S’A ME!
And you are foking awesome!❤️
Dude you literally did the best breakdown of the base auditions! Thank you so much for this video. Literally answered every question I had
Rob's the only guy that could've stepped into that role. He breathed new life into my all time favorite band.
✌💙🐔
So could have Hulk Hogan. He was a studio musician bassist. Actually played with Metallica for a very short term (non contract).
Bah... Pepper could have filled the role just as well if not better. Closer in style, especially to James both musically and vocally.
I love the Cliff Burton 1983 - infinity.
Make a video like you did "What if Les Claypool join metallica in 1986" just about Jason joins Megadeth in 2004
Better yet, if Kirk Hammett died in Sweden in 1986. My personal favourite for a new Metallica guitarist then would've been Jason Becker. The Metallica-Megadeth rivalry would've played out for longer once both bands hired half of Cacophony
@@TheLucidDreamer12 I think it would be too sensitive of a matter for a video.
@@TheLucidDreamer12 sooo rude, "what if kirk died..." dude thats not ok
@@TheLucidDreamer12 it should be lars
@@noobsquadwolfpack649 bruh it's a fucking hypothetical scenario it can't hurt you
8:30 is such a valid point, I heard someone tell me once as a young guy learning that the reason we learn to play so well is because we lose 50-75% of our skills to nerves in front of a crowd. I didn't understand that until I played live in front of a crowd, and the numb fingers is a thing for sure.
I am a huge Jason Newsted fan (and Cliff of course) and I was pissed off when Jason left the band and they got Robert. I promise you I love him these days. A lot. He's a beast.
Playing blackened with your fingers is so hard. I love playing it but god damn its something else.
That's why I love playing the 4 horsemen and the mechanix it's pretty chill
Not to mention Fight Fire With Fire
I play it with my feet.
Cause Jason wrote the riff. Common Sense.
Rob was chosen for exceptional bass faces, isn’t it obvious 😂
The funniest fact is that Les Claypool himself once had been on an audition to Metallica...
He was too good for them haha
He also has a video about it from some months ago!
Gonna join Metallica gonna have ourselves a tiiiime
Not even pertinent
He was indeed too good for them, they even admited it!
I'll never forget when Cliff passed away. This was a very significant event! And extremely sad(a friend of mine was touring with a band, playing bass, and their bus passed the Metallica bus "in the ditch", but didn't know who/what happened until getting to their next stop)!
The only bright side was that all the real Metallica fans knew who would be their next bass player!
The bassist for "Flotsam and Jetsam", who was excellent in that band, as well as "The biggest Metallica fan", more than any other bassist back then.
No surprise there! I'll never forget before Jason even recorded w/Metallica.
The Incredibly great bass intro from, I believe, his last "Flotsam and Jetsam" recording?
We were young, smoking weed and taking LSD! And couldn't stop listening to that bad ass bass intro, lol!!!
I'll need to give her a listening to now!
Obviously, Robert Trujillo was the Future of Metallica, from the try outs especially, lol!
He's got that Metal Soul that can't be denied!
Great video!!!🤘🤘💜🙏
I never even considered Rexx brown being in Metallica until today, and Metallica and pantera are my two favorite bands. That would’ve been interesting.
I don't quite think that Metallica is deserving of Rex's monster tone. Pantera's sound quality runs circles around Metallica's, maybe except on the Black Album.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but was Rex Brown struggling to the point of almost dying from alcoholism around the time Jason split? I saw a interview with Philip and he mentioned Rex stashing Vodka bottles in the bus and in the dressing rooms while playing for Down
@@vaughnmild7563 This is very true.
Rob was already a big deal before he came to metallica.. but he still had to fill in bigger shoes
He played with Ozzy, his shows were pretty big.
He also played with Suicidal Tendencies and Infectious Grooves which showed how talented he actually is. Infectious Grooves' basslines are NUTS. Like Flea from RHCP on acid nuts.
Probably like Gary Holt with Slayer. Definitely a better deal than Megadeth hired guns.
jason could never be replaced... NEVER!!!
“But seriously, how could they play wrong key” 😂
Rob has the perfect vibe to fit in with that bunch, for sure. He and Kirk are pretty tight.
Both of them being brown dudes may have something to do with that - I am as well, so I can relate 😎
@@dmitryowens ...I would have gone with surfing, but whatevs
@@hosersupreme
Well, that too. I actually didn't know that Rob surfed.
Kirk is a tool
@@ryotaryuu Kirk is the chillest one in the band what are you on about lol
I always thought Metallica hindered themselves by only focusing on their own music and not allowing the members to experiment outside of the band. Jason wanted that freedom, and Trujillo is an accomplished flamenco guitar player as well as a bassist, but I'd love to hear what Hammet can do when let loose from Metallica. I'd bet him and Les Claypool would be an incredible match.
Robert is amazing--I knew him from ST when he took them to a whole new level and influenced their funky side project. When I heard he was joining Metallica, I had the same feeling when I heard Marty Friedman was joining Megadeth: their next album is going to be awesome!
I was watching their video
Andriy: how hard is it to be metallica's bassist
Mortal kombat ad comes on
Me:😳👀 what oh🙄
Imagine Metallica sounding like Kyuss in the 2000's....would have been interesting for sure
Love Kyuss
Reeder looked completely lost at the audition....and he is a top shelf bassist
Greatest stoner rock band EVER
I love Jason Newsted. His vocal is awesome and always will be 'Creeping death'. Anyway, your metallica videos are always awesome! Cheers from South korea! \m/
Cheers! \m/
His vocals on every song is better then robs and he was very dominant on stage, pushing James to always put in a bit more effort at that time. His vocals on entersandman is amazing. James and Jason was a good duo
I’ve been watching these videos recently because there’s a local metal band in my area that’s planning on holding bass player auditions in a few weeks and I’ve been practicing they’re songs and watching these videos to get the ideas of what I should as shouldn’t do
I started listening to Infectious Grooves in the mid 90s... I just started playing bass and I was a huge fan of Primus and RHCP, amongst others... first time I heard Sarsipius Arc I was blown away by the bass... been a Trujillo fan ever since... dude is an absolute beast on bass... one of the best in the world! I love Metallica... but they don’t deserve him...
Lars answered that question during Robs audition:
"HE FAUKHIN KNEW BATTERY!"
Let's be fair to the Some Kind Of Monster documentary...It's essentially Spinal Tap meets a Psychiatrist and that's always funny no matter what.
It’s mind boggling that Cliff wrote 3 albums with them, Jason was part of 5 albums and Rob has only managed 2 studio albums even tho he’s been with them longer then the pervious two combined....let that sink in! Man Metallica’s output has come to a standstill for nearly over a decade really....I love ‘Tallica but it’s just flat out SAD! That’s what happens when guys have kids tho....I’m glad they’re happy and I’ll just enjoy the old records and be happy we have them!
I think they know that they no longer have it.
Or it's the industry, as it's been since the turn of 2000 - sustaining money is not from full length new albums. Rather, it is playing live. Their catalog is large enough, and mostly beloved. So they, as many others, focus on their performances at this point.
@@ahnomileeus-1428 not really, only the old big bands who have no New stuff to write do that, there are dozens of good bands from 80s who still put out albums every couple of years.
I watched a youtube vid of Rob playing Anastasia and Kluthlu back to back. My jaw was on the floor, he both honoured cliff's style and sensibilities while speaking in his own voice (bass voice). That dude is a master.
I love Trujillo. He was in Metallica tribute band(s) prior to actually being in metallica. So he knew the songs already. I wish he would get more writing privileges however
Rob basically played in a super group prior to Metallica (Ozzy, Mike Bordin and Zakk Wylde). Before that, a thrash/punk icon (Suicidal). He had stage presence and god tier musical talent that had been played on the largest stages in the world. There are good players out there, but very few with that kind of resume. Perfect fit, great player and a worthy part of the Metallica legacy.
@Anthony Cook settle down Beavis
You forgot the almost other super group he is most known for with infectious grooves
It’s impressive to me that rob didn’t even bring his own bass to that audition. I wouldn’t dare sit in with Metallica with a stranger’s axe.
Yeah I wondered what the back story was there. Imagine rocking up to any audition and asking what instrument you have that I could play?
From the lot who auditioned, Rob was undoubtedly the best. The right pick.
The guy is a beast but the presence and vocals of Jason will be sorely missed.
Right and I think Pepper would have filled those roles extremely well.
I got to see Metallica Live in Vancouver in 2017. The lights cut out and Robert Trujillo stood on the front of the stage with a spot light playing anesthesia while they showed clips of cliff in the background. Absolutely amazing bassist
Rob was a seasoned pro already by the time he joined Metallica, he'd been playing in various mega successful bands and doing the same touring machine as Metallica for years already. He's a good fit style-wise but he was also a just a great choice for his experience. I think they were older and wiser enough not to do all the hazing that Jason got, so he was always going to be safe in that respect.
Oddly, none of the other bassists they auditioned had a background in heavy metal/thrash. Twiggy, Avery, Lohner - they're great rock musicians from heavy bands, but they're not thrash guys. Was never going work, like it wouldn't have with Claypool.
Good point! But again, it comes down to that there’s tons of successful, talented, or at least hard working metal bands/bassists in USA. And they basically found only one to invite, and he eventually got the spot.
I think Lemmy should have auditioned 😁🤘
@@craighewitt4674 Lemmy was too cool for Metallica.
Good point on the non thrash guys. They weren’t interested in their old direction at all... and all the big 4 started doing their album tours 2-3 years later to cash in. They probably wanted to do more St Angrr BS ETC.
@@Xplora213 Yeah, I get that they wanted someone who could move away from that with them, which is probably another reason why Rob was a good choice. But they still need to play the old stuff so needed someone who could keep up with that too.
They got 1 the world's best! Who can seriously out play the guy!?!?!?!
indeed metallica cant follow him i am sad he is rotting there :p
Wooten. Sheehan. Hamm. Need more?
Newsted ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Harris..
Insert any Jazz pro here
If you look where Roberto is coming from that thing is a walk in the park if he didn't crack under pressure. Just listened to some Infectious Grooves and when the basslines hit you know he is good. His son played a few shows with Korn as a KID, them Trujillo genes are good.
Damn right. Any Metallica fan who thinks Trujillo is bad clearly has never heard ST or Infectious Grooves
Love the use of the infinity symbol! Nice touch 🤘
Robert was the obvious choice back then:
a) Great Bass Player. Great looking guy too.
b) Non opinionated calm personality
c) Always up for a challenge with no ego
d) His Mexican heritage would connect well with Metallica's huge Latino audience
e) Metallica needed someone line Kirk who wouldn't jump in between the two powerhouses of Lars and Hetfield
Well the title is a bit harsh xD
Good
He doesnt mean it in a mean way. He means theres no better bassst to fit into metallica then rob in metallica
I think they had already chosen Robert before playing with him. Probably someone who knew him spoke about him (his personality, musical ability, etc) to the band. Maybe Ozzy Ousborne or Mike Muir from Suicidal...
Given that they all knew there’s only like a couple matching guys, I wouldn’t be surprised if that’s true. And so the audition was more for PR, so that Rob was accepted better. Or as a back up plan, just in case
@@AndriyVasylenko hi frrrrrrrriend
Yeah I bet Rob was the one bedore auditions
They must’ve met him many times on tour
It is possible they had already met Rob from when they toured with Suicidal Tendencies in 1994 (or had Rob left ST by that point)?
@@Fixxer315 He left in 95
I still miss Jason.... But Cliff was Metallica and the Heart and Soul of the band...
For fuck sake, if it wasn't for the popularity of The Black Album, which is the best selling metal album in History, 80 % of people who became Cliff Burton fanboys with the internet, wouldn't even listen to Metallica. It's like everyone is old school. "YEAH, MAN. I WAS THERE. BACK IN THE DAY. 1986. WHAT A TRAGEDY." LOL. Most of you can thank Jason, or else you would never give a fuck about pre-MTV Metallica.
@@HeathenDance yep this is it. No Black, no interest. Love their 82-92 period... but Jason is the heart and soul, they needed a proper metal head without compromises. Cliff died. Rob isn’t an issue, they haven’t written anything notable with him. No hate, but don’t ride Cliffs gravestone. He’s been gone 35 years ago.
@@Xplora213 I believe Cliff Burton himself, being a rebellious free spirit, would appreciate an objective opinion. He is one of the best composers ever, in Metal. That's not the point.
Lol, I have pictures of me in '85 or '86 with a Metallica T-shirt. There were a few tunes I like from the Jason era but I don't think I ever bought an album past his first with the band.
I think Cliff was way above the talent of the rest of the band. He needed to play with someone like Danny Carey
Good analysis bro,l never seen your videos before and l have to say...... Bravo!!!! Greetings from C.d. de México and God blessed Ucrania.
Daaaaamn since 2003????? Time flies! He was the perfect choice for many reasons. Looks the part, sounds the part and is a chill humble guy who helps ground the band.
Robert is amazing he saved metallica...
Yeah, he really did.
Technically Jason did considering him being tolerant to put up with all the abuse. When Lars and James was at their lowest points in life. Jason held it down for many years before his breaking point. If he would of given up earlier Metallica’s history would of looked way different
jason saved them twice... and rob got milions.. life is not fair.. there will never be another jason
From day one, I was pumped when Rob became Metallica's new bassist. Unlike what a lot of people think, he fits perfectly in my eyes. There is no doubt that he needs a bigger platform in the band, and his bass should be more prominent in the mix. Absolutely killer player.
I'd love seeing Rex Brown in Metallica. But rob does his job right
He would of but Metallica hates bass players that play with a pick
Imagine if Flea played for Metallica.
@@meat3855 yeah he would be too different for them.
@@Highrollinhunter he can change just like rob did
@@meat3855 there is a video on TH-cam where Flea plays Fight Fire With Fire with them on stage
I saw Metallica at Big Day Out in 2004. That was my first time seeing them. And god damn it was a killer show.
Rob: *leaves the focking band*
Les Claypool: Hey (:
Can’t imagine how anyone could hate Robert. Great bass player, great personality. Metallica is lucky to have him.
Hard to replace the first person seen in a band . Cliff really changed bass with Anesthesia ( pulling teeth ) ,the great Ian Hill Judas Priest way before any others.
Jason is my favorite Metallica bassist. He is a giant among bassists. And definitely Rob had big shoes to fill but he was the only one other than Bob who could have been bassists. I think Canadian Peter Cardinali would have been good
I met Rob and his son Tye at a show one time when Tye's band was playing. He is a really cool dude, down to earth guy. He even ran around the pit for a while while the openers were playing. Super awesome, I even got a picture with them both!
The title had me angst for a seccond and I'm so glad I watched. Great vid
Cuz Rob is the best. He didn't join Metallica, Metallica joined Rob. Since the Suicidal days to Infectious to Ozzy, I knew since day 1 Rob oozes talent.
That's why IMO he's the best rock bassist and hired gun there is.
Rob never misses, he shows up and does his job and then some, and has all the energy needed for live shows
There’s no way I’m better at playing that riff than those other guys in the audition.
He will always be the NEW bassist, just like Brian Johnson is forever the NEW lead AC/DC singer!
Kid, Brian Johnson joined ACDC even before you were born
@@sassaniandynasty3796 Mate, I was alive. Not old enough to see Bon, saw Brian and the boys in 87’ though.
Brian is ac/dc face, no doubt.
@@sassaniandynasty3796 your actually uneducated lmao
@@mellow89 wtf
Best metallica channel on TH-cam, great info about stuff MetallicA
Suicidal .. infectious grooves.. Robert has been a beast since the 80s
Guys....Im gonna be completely honest here...and I've felt this way since I heard the news years ago. Rob is WAY too talented for Metallica. Dont get me wrong...he hit the big time and he earned it! Worked his ASS OFF! But his straight up SKILL is beyond Metallica. And I dont see Lars or James ever letting that light truly shine. Awesome for Rob. I'm honestly happy for him. But we are being deprived of what hes truly capable of.
100%
This, all day!
@@timdahl my very first show...ever...was Suicidal Tendencies and Infectious Grooves. We were first in line, and we got right up against the stage barrier. Marsipius was there...man it was fukn amazing. The good old days. 30 years ago now...give or take.
We actually met Mike Muir after that show...he came right out and just hung out and chatted with his fans, signed autographs etc...it was awesome. Super down to earth guy.
@@alterego6075 I first learned of Rob through Suicidal and IG as well. They were the perfect vehicle for him because they mixed metal with funk, his signature style. No-one wants to hear a Metallica record with funk in it.
He's a great bassist. We just can't hear him in Metallica. He was a perfect fit in suicidal tendencies. He had some funky groovy shit
Eye opening, in depth analysis. Really enjoyed this video man.
@18:01 😂
What an awesome video!! Thx for the great footage and info🤘
Let‘s be honest - Rob was the only one who really deserved the spot. The energy, the enthusiasm and the presence, it was all there.
Most of the other dudes looked like they were at a job interview looking to make some nice cash. Rob was there rocking out with his idols, he would have taken that spot for free if he had to.
Metallica could not have wished for a better addition to the band.
They didn’t respect the fan aspect with Jason. Gotta disagree.
But I agree that Rob has a childish enthusiasm which is absolutely necessary.
Because no one else could crab walk better than him
Rob has been my favourite bassist out of all three after looking deeper into his work. He's a beast that can groove and play amazingly well.
Robert is a great bassists. Metallica has been truly blessed with great bassists. All of them different, but all of them amazing, each bringing his own style. I have liked them all. Wish they would have given Jason more of a chance to shine though.