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James Hetfield

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James Hetfield is an American musician known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and a co-founder of the heavy metal band Metallica. He co-founded the band in October 1981 after responding to an advertisement placed by drummer Lars Ulrich in a Los Angeles newspaper. Over his career with Metallica, the band has released numerous studio and live albums and won multiple Grammy Awards. Hetfield is recognized for his distinctive vocal style and rhythm guitar playing, and is regarded by some as among the notable rhythm guitarists in rock music.

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