James Hetfield

James Hetfield (born August 3, 1963) is a musician best known for playing guitar and singing for seminal thrash metal band Metallica. Find more James Hetfield pictures, news and information below.

• Birth name: James Alan Hetfield
• Born: ( 1963-08-03) August 3, 1963 (age 57) Downey, California, U.S.
• Genres: Heavy metal, thrash metal, hard rock, speed metal
• Occupation(s): Musician, songwriter
• Instruments: Vocals, guitar
• Years active: 1978–present
• Labels: Warner Bros., Elektra, Megaforce, Blackend Recordings
• Associated acts: Metallica, Spastik Children, Leather Charm