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Ex-Metallica Bassist Beats Cancer, Announces Reload Re-Release

5/4/2026

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Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted announced he is “free and clear” after beating throat cancer.
He said doctors caught the disease early and performed a tissue-removal and laser procedure on May 8.
Newsted added he has rested more, quit weed and alcohol, and feels clearer than ever.
Metallica will re-release Reload on June 26, 2026 and start a Las Vegas Sphere residency from Oct 2026 to Mar 2027 after a UK/Europe tour.

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Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted announced he is “free and clear” after beating throat cancer.
He said doctors caught the disease early and performed a tissue-removal and laser procedure on May 8.
Newsted added he has rested more, quit weed and alcohol, and feels clearer than ever.
Metallica will re-release Reload on June 26, 2026 and start a Las Vegas Sphere residency from Oct 2026 to Mar 2027 after a UK/Europe tour.