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James Hetfield Delivers Christmas Classic Post-Tour Comeback

12/24/2025

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James Hetfield of Metallica released a spoken-word rendition of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" on Metallica's SiriusXM and YouTube.
The release follows Metallica's Australia and New Zealand tour, which received praise including a five-star Rolling Stone AU/NZ review.
The tour marked Hetfield's return after a hiatus for addiction treatment, showcasing the band's energy and connection with fans.
Metallica's M72 World Tour will continue in Europe and the U.K. in 2026.

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James Hetfield of Metallica released a spoken-word rendition of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" on Metallica's SiriusXM and YouTube.
The release follows Metallica's Australia and New Zealand tour, which received praise including a five-star Rolling Stone AU/NZ review.
The tour marked Hetfield's return after a hiatus for addiction treatment, showcasing the band's energy and connection with fans.
Metallica's M72 World Tour will continue in Europe and the U.K. in 2026.