evilgenius:The second half of 2008 is going to be a good time for music. Something new is going to happen that will make it uncool for bands to wear ties and play twangy guitars. That shit has been going on long enough for it to become uncool and the backlash is near. Well, that's the theory anyway. If it doesn't happen, I can still look forward to this new album and even though I'm only a half-fan, the new Metallica one as well.
I'm excited to hear the new Metallica, although I have never been a real big fan of them, more a casual listener that respects what they have done... But with Rick Rubin producing, I'm willing to bet it will be a badass album.
Also another thought... maybe Lars will finally get his Metallica/Alice In Chains tour 15+ years in the making.
That's how you become great, man, hang your balls out there.