Episode 20: Rob hangs with Geddy Lee; Christian Carichner, Iowa State University Marching Band Director

The week of December 13, 2023 on The Metallica Report…

Rob Trujillo brings us behind the scenes of “Are Bass Players Human Too?”, the new docuseries from Rush’s Geddy Lee. As the focus of one of four episodes, Rob spent two full days with Geddy, showing him around his Southern California world through surfing, biking, and skating. He also gave Geddy a spin on Jaco Pastorius’ famed “Bass of Doom” while the two shared stories of huge admiration and respect for the legendary bassist.

Steffan and Renée catch up with Christian Carichner, Director of the Cyclone Marching Band at Iowa State University. Christian is brimming with enthusiasm as he details what it takes for a marching band to interpret Metallica’s music and how excited he is to open up a whole new audience to the artistry and intricacies of the band’s songs. Congratulations to Christian and the Cyclones, as they are one of the finalists in the “For Whom The Band Tolls” contest; winners will be announced the first week of the year.

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“Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?” on Paramount+: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pEjZYjdK6k
Iowa State Cyclones marching band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BymkyX7A2o&t=3s
Metallica marching band competition: https://www.metallicamarchingband.com
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