Metallica Members
Cliff Burton
Early Life
- Born on February 10, 1962 in Castro Valley, California
- Began playing the piano at the age of six and switched to the bass guitar at the age of 13
- Studied music theory and classical music at Chabot College
Career with Metallica
- Joined Metallica as the bassist in 1982, replacing Ron McGovney
- Contributed to the band's success and popularity in the heavy metal genre
- Participated in the band's albums "Kill 'Em All," "Ride the Lightning," and "Master of Puppets"
- Known for his virtuosic bass playing and songwriting contributions to the band
Personal Life
- Died on September 27, 1986 in a bus accident in Sweden during the band's European tour
Legacy
- Considered one of the greatest bassists of all time
- Has been cited as an influence by numerous musicians and bands
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Metallica in 2009
- A memorial statue in his honor was erected in his hometown of Castro Valley, California in 2018
Awards and Recognition
- Received numerous posthumous awards and accolades throughout his career, including multiple Grammy Awards and MTV Music Video Awards.
