Jason Newsted
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About
Bass guitarist and vocalist for the heavy metal band Metallica, the group known for albums like ...And Justice For All and Reload.
Before Fame
He loved the edginess of KISS's Gene Simmons and drew upon him for inspiration.
Trivia
He replaced Cliff Burton as the bassist in Metallica.
Family Life
He married Judy Newsted in 1988 and they got divorced that same year.
Associated With
He was bandmates with James Hetfield while with Metallica.
