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METAL UP YOUR PODCAST - All Things Metallica

Clint Wells
Metallica
M72 Tour
Load
Load Boxset
James Hetfield
Pearl Jam
Slipknot
Reload
Pantera
2x4
Dave Matthews Band
Nashville
Hero Of the Day
Halloween
Cunning Stunts
Patreon
Inamorata
Seattle
Concert Experiences
Load (album)

Clint Wells is a Nashville-based musician, producer, and songwriter who has worked with and toured alongside artists across the rock and metal world. From the road or his Nashville studios, Clint hosts weekly episodes exploring all things Metallica—from deep dives and history to musicianship, culture, and the wider heavy music landscape.

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Latest Episodes

Hey, folks! This week I read some listener e-mails and stream some Metallica TV. Between three recording projects, trips to NYC to promote a TV show and picking up a fly date this week I'm afraid my time is limited! In this episode I talk about my fa... more

Clint burns down the one and only full album live performance of Ride the Lightning from the 2012 Orion festival in Atlantic City. He also discusses Jason Newstead's shocking revelation about quitting Metallica, the new M72 shows happening in Europe,... more

Clint and longtime friend of MUYP Tom Kwei discuss everything from Metallica to Emily Dickinson. The Geese controversy, Ozzy and Sabbath, the best British guitar players, Getdown Services, the Oasis reunion, the Oscars, Paul Thomas Anderson, Metallic... more

Clint re-vamps the "a year in the life of Metallica" series picking up with 2012 which, although wasn't a heavy touring year with no new album saw the release of the Beyond Magnetic EP,  the 20th anniversary Black Album tour of European festivals, a ... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Kwei
Guest, musician and podcaster, collaborator with the host on multiple projects
No single company mentioned in episode
Episode: Episode 456 - Tangent City with Tom Kwei
Drew Holcomb
Singer-songwriter based in Nashville; runs Moon River Festival
Moon River Festival
Episode: Episode 455 - A Year in the Life of Metallica (2012)
Jay Weinberg
Drummer for Slipknot
Slipknot
Episode: Episode 425 - Tour Updates, Listener E-Mails and Metallica News!
Chad Zee
Roadie from Metallica
Metallica
Episode: Episode 425 - Tour Updates, Listener E-Mails and Metallica News!
Unidentified Guest
A fan and Metallica enthusiast sharing experiences
Episode: Episode 422 - M72 in Santa Clara
Unidentified Son-in-Law
Family member and attendee of the concerts
Episode: Episode 422 - M72 in Santa Clara
Rachel Loy
Award-winning bassist and podcaster
Episode: Episode 409 - Rachel Loy
Avi Vinocur
Musician and guitarist known for his work with Good Night, Texas
Good Night, Texas
Episode: Episode 401 - Avi Vinocur Returns!
Edgar Barradas
Friend of the host and Metallica fan who attended multiple shows
Episode: Episode 394 - Mexico City (PT. 1)

Host

Clint Wells
Host of Metal Up Your Podcast; professional musician, producer, and songwriter with deep ties to Metallica-related content and the broader rock/metal world.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Realy good

    I like it good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angus5fdp
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Top tier Metallica podcast

    The host has referred to himself as very interesting a few times, which seems arrogant until you realize that he’s right. Talented musician. His load box set episodes are excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    e_j7
    United States4 months ago
  • Newer listener

    Just discovered the podcast so I’m working my way through the episodes and loving every minute! Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LalaHet81
    United States5 months ago
  • Poser Podcast

    This guy is unbearable. I don’t even think he likes Metal at all. He goes on about Dave Matthews, Pearl Jam, and other lame bands on a show that’s support be about Metallica.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Met Warrior
    United States6 months ago
  • 72 seconds

    72,seconds in and you know that one of these bozos loves the sound of his voice so much he cannot stop talking. Talking about KissPsycho circus and not knowing that Ace and Peter had virtually nothing to do with that album. Lot of talk and zero knowledge.

    The absolute self important bollox they call being astute is breathtaking in its lack of anything actually making sense.

    Give it a miss

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ivc5150
    United Kingdom9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Fans praise deep analysis and professional musician insight.
Some critics want more focus on Metallica and less tangential topics.
Long-time fans welcome the host's encyclopedic knowledge and storytelling.
Listeners appreciate listener emails and community feel.

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#116
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Apple Podcasts
#161
Norway/Music
Apple Podcasts
#224
Austria/Music

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Episode 458 - Metallica TV (pt. 1)
Q: What motivated you to do a watch-along episode with Metallica TV?
I wanted to give listeners a communal, interactive way to experience the material together, almost like hanging out with friends in the 90s, and to explore how the band's visuals and performances age over time.
Episode 455 - A Year in the Life of Metallica (2012)
Q: What's your big takeaway from the Orion era and the move to Blackened Recordings?
The era shows that creative risk must be balanced with practicalities; ownership and independence can redefine a band's trajectory and capabilities for storytelling and revenue.
Episode 455 - A Year in the Life of Metallica (2012)
Q: How does it feel to revisit 2012 and the Orion Festival in depth after so many years?
It feels like unpacking a pivotal experiment in how Metallica approached creating experiences beyond just music, with big risks and big learnings that shaped their independence and future planning.
Episode 446 - Hero of the Day (Load Boxset)
Q: In an alternate universe, if the boys had elected to do the half time show, what song medley do you think they would have performed?
The host speculated about a medley including popular songs like Inner Sandman and Master of Puppets, but ultimately concluded that they would need to choose songs that are recognizable and energetic enough for the Super Bowl format.
Episode 418 - Load Unboxed!
Q: What do you think of Metallica's show?
I had a great time. I thought it was really fun.

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A metal-focused show hosted by Clint Wells, with in-depth explorations of Metallica's history, gear, and era-specific albums, often weaving in technical guitar analysis, live performance anecdotes, and fan interactions. Recent episodes also span live-music business topics (like high-profile ticketing for Sphere residencies), occasional side conversations about broader rock/metal scenes, and personal-life storytelling that keeps discussions approachable for fans and musicians alike. Notable strengths include professional musician perspectives, long-running fan engagement (reader emails, Patreon content), and a mix of archival retrospectives with current-event commentary, offering both deep analysis and accessible storytelling for devoted lis... more

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