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Dave Lombardo Shines at Download Festival, Fills In for Ulrich

3/18/2025

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In a thrilling twist at the Download festival in June 2004, former SLAYER drummer Dave Lombardo stepped in for METALLICA's Lars Ulrich, who was feeling the weight of exhaustion. Alongside SLIPKNOT's Joey Jordison, Lombardo rocked the stage, sharing his heartfelt appreciation for the opportunity and playfully nudging Ulrich to consider some drum lessons.

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In a thrilling twist at the Download festival in June 2004, former SLAYER drummer Dave Lombardo stepped in for METALLICA's Lars Ulrich, who was feeling the weight of exhaustion. Alongside SLIPKNOT's Joey Jordison, Lombardo rocked the stage, sharing his heartfelt appreciation for the opportunity and playfully nudging Ulrich to consider some drum lessons.