Why Metallica Had to Fire One of the Most Legendary Heavy Metal Guitarists of All Time
Dave Mustaine's drinking and erratic behavior led to him being kicked out of legendary band, Metallica.
Metallica is unarguably one of the most prolific bands in the history of heavy metal music, renowned for their intense sound and ferocious energy. But behind their accomplishments and popularity, lies a big decision that changed their trajectory entirely. The moment in question has become one of rock music's most talked-about events. This moment, of course, involves the dismissal of a guitarist whose undeniable genius and impact has had a lasting effect on Metallica's sound. But what caused the band to come to such a drastic decision? The answer to that centers around substance abuse and a clash of wildly different personalities.
