Jason Newstead - fired?

Factual Questions
1

So, is there scuttlebutt about whether Jason was fired instead of resigning like the press release stated? I tried to search Google about it, but I didn’t find any rumors. I note that they have returned to the studio without a permanent replacement (although James just went into rehab, about 15 years too late).

2

Metallica bassist Jason Newstead, for those who appreciate some context.

3

Thanks, smakcFu. My “what the heck?” meter was pinned on on this one.

OK. Carry on, if there is a General Answer to this.

4

Sorry. I figured anyone knowing the answer didn’t need the context.

5

Frankly, these four FUCKS sold out when they reported their own fans and had them kicked off Napster. Metallica had millions and millions of dedicated fans who would have bought their next CD whether they had it already downloaded on the Internet or not.

Metlallica, who used to be the conscience of the record industry, tunred into the biggest sellouts of all time.
I don’t give a fuck about Jason Newstead, and I dont give a fuck about Metallica. I hope their next CD sells 50,000 copies, the motherfucking assholes.

6

It appears that adding the additional context was not a wise idea.

7

Thanks, Vinnie. I think we all know what the OP was really trying to ask was “How does Vinnie Virginslayer feel about Metallica’s stance in the Napster controversy?”

:rolleyes:

8

From http://www.blabbermouth.net/june22_2001_1.htm

I think his explanation holds water, and after all, would you want to spend one minute near Lars Ulrich ?

9

Thanks!