Jason Newsted: The So What! Interview (Part One) 

Shoutout to Metallica for posting this. Jason will always be a part of the band.

No matter how much shit he got, Jason always gave 100%. The man deserves respect.

Jason excelled in every aspect. For a period of time, he was Metallica’s 2nd front man. Not sure he gets enough credit for that.✌

Thanks Metallica for including Jason in your recent promotional materials and interviews.

From a woman's perspective , I was mesmerized by Newsted. His energy and his obvious commitment from day one was totally apparent. The way he could play that bass whilst banging his head and those "tough" faces, very appealing. He really fit the band well. So very disappointing when they parted ways. But, I understand why now. Forever Newsted - forever Metallica, together or separate, always a fan here!!

I love listening to Jason interviews, he's a cool clever guy and when he gets excited telling a story it's like you were right there with him. Good on him for getting in when he did, doing what he had to do while he was there, and getting out when he needed to.

As a huge Metallica fan, Jason will always have a special place in Metallica \m/

Love Jason. I know Cliff is a legend. But im sure he was looking down from heavan knowing that the band was in good hands with Mr. Newsted.

Jason was the hardest worker in the room. His legacy is sealed and safe.

I will ALWAYS miss Jason being in Metallica.

It's so good to see Jason on the Metallica channel! All respect to this legend 👏🏻🤘🏻

Hard not to love this guy, such a cool cat!....miss you so much Jason

When you are loved and appreciated from everyone in the world, you are living legend.

Jason is more metal than anyone on this planet.

Jason's transformation into Lou Reed is almost complete.

Jason is awesome, glad that Metallica post this on the channel, means a lot to him and the fans !

What I like about Jason is he was honest and still is. Whatever ego he must have he is great at keeping a leash on it. He wasn't exaggerating when he said he was literally just like any other huge Metallica fan and he was in his dream job, he never really lost that perspective either. Even when he left he was still a fan. He comes off like I would imagine any of my friends would if they had somehow landed that job. Jason is one of the people and he was always proud of that.

Jason siempre en nuestros corazones

He was the soul of Metallica in their concerts, always locked in and aggressive.

Jason was the reason that i listened Metallica in the first place and his performances at seattle 89 and san diego 92 made me start my own band. I'll be always grateful for that, thx jason ❤️

I could spend all day listening to Jason share his memories. Thank you very much sir.

Cliff live performance are unmatched by his bass plays, Jason was pure evil on stage and brought so much energy, Rob brought fresh air and his on stage attitude is spectacular. No one better than another just keeping Metallica alive

Props to Jason for staying true during the "hazing" or "bullying" he got specially in his early years 1986 filling in the bass role. Very stupid reason he got kicked when he tried releasing his solo material like come on he's been in the band for like 15 years of constant touring but James wont give Metallica like 1 year hiatus for Jason to focus on his side project. Really difficult role to fill but he gave it his all especially with the great killer backup vocals he almost sounds like James at times. Wont forget Jason's iconic "DIE DIE DIE DIE" growl vocals on Creeping Death bridge. Jason quitting was him giving that respect for himself. Metallica never gave him cause they cant move on from Cliff even after 15 years.

Jason, you did everything every fan expected of you and more. You are missed! I loved seeing you live on two occasions. You rocked fucking hard. No question.

Jason was a beast on AJFA. They cheated him out of writing credits and of being able to actually hear his bass on the record. Jason was truly amazing. All of my favorite live shows had Jason playing.

AMAZING JASON!!👏🏻👏🏻 👏🏻 ALL RESPECT !!! 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

I read somewhere once that James brought the pride to the mix, which I'm sure isn't inaccurate, but Jason, total pro. Total pro, and so proud of his work and his years spent with the Mighty MetallicA. I wish they would have worked things out with him because for a time, he was easily the "most metal" in MetallicA.

This man is an inspiration for us all. He entered a corporate nightmare of egos and money and greed and all that, and showed the world that he can walk away from it despite the money and the fame.

I’ve said this before but… if you aren’t old enough to have seen the “Justice” tour? You don’t know what you missed. Words can’t describe the energy. Jim Root once said in an interview “closest thing to a religious experience” and I can’t argue that logic. The absolute best and I haven’t seen anything close 33 years later.

Always liked Jason. Thank you for the time and love you gave us when you were a part of the band.

Mad respect for Jason. What a legend

It's painful to see our icons grow old...😔 he still looks young, but you can see how fast time travels along with a flood of memories unleashed when you look upon them. Those were the days.

Jason made Creeping Death come alive for me. Rock in forever!

You gotta love the energy from Jason! He can charge you up by just telling stories and also blasting through live shows. Amazing

Jason is the Man!! Very wise man, I miss his contribution to heavy metal music tremendously, Jason you rock 🤘🏻

GOOOOD he's just sooooo fucking cool!!! I hope he knows how much he ment to MILLIONS of fans world wide.

Met Jason at a meet and greet (he was assigned to do those as the others would do them occasionally) on the Load tour and he was as cool and down to earth as they come.

One thing Jason did do ALWAYS, was give his all to the band!! And live he was the best on stage

Metallica still strong at 40 years old, it’s amazing the impact they made along the way, but Jason had a special spotlight with his passion to metal, and I heavily respect that. Rock on Metallica!

He’s got such a strong and positive spirit. Jason has always inspired me to be positive and grateful. Such resilience and tenacity. He never blasts the others members of the band. He just appreciates the amazing life experience he has been offered. I love this guy. Makes me a better man to learn off of him. You are my Bob Rock Jason.

Jason newsted is the reason Metallica is so popular from the late 80's to 2000

Jason was the soul of the band on stage

Jason the ultimate team player. I love that guy. Don’t get me wrong, I love Rob too and truth to be told he’s a better bass player, but I miss Jason

Miss seeing Jason.... Great man.

When I think of Metallica he is the first person I think of! His energy can’t be matched! I love this man for all the inspiration and spirit he put out!

Jason is giving me Sociology/Psychology professor zoom lecture vibes breaking down the concepts of ego and "posturing" with his OWN experience in Metallica as the case study and I absolutely love it. Awesome that he's still so beloved and respected by the band and fans that both his memories and critiques of his time with the band are fully welcome on their own channel, front and center. Fuck yeah. BASS 'EM ALL, my guy!

They need to have him back

I love Metallica, but there will always be a part missing that will always belong to Jason. He left his soul in the band! All my respects to Jason 🤘🏻

Jason your an absolute Legend, love your contribution, and your time in Metallica. Your a strong person to come in after such a tragedy (RIP Cliff). You fitted so well, Cliff would have been happy with the choice. \m/ Metallica Forever

Thank you to both Metallica and Jason for this...Jason had some of the biggest shoes in the music world ever to step in. He did his thing and I loved and still love him for that. Lucky to say I saw him live with the band several times and he was awesome!!

You’re a badass Jason! We miss ya man 🤘

Thank you Jason for all the greatest memory’s in my Metallica life!!

TV Que....your backdrop of Hawkwind....is awesome! They last guy on the left is "DEL DETMAR" , he was the keyboardist. In 1974 they toured through Canada and between Calgary AB and Vancouver BC is an amazing part of the world that used to be a magical secret. Del fell in love with this magical place. And decided to stay. He's been here ever since. Del is a grumpy yet entertaining old man now in his latter days. But....he was genuinely devastated when his best friend Lemmy passed away. They always stayed in contact.

What an awesome interview, really humble dude. You can tell he's thankful for that chapter of his life. We will always love you Jason! Thank you man

Thanks for posting this. Watching Jason and Kirk play Bass/Guitar Doodle on the Cunning Stunts tape is what inspired me to start playing bass. Life changing stuff for me.

Miss you Jason.. glad I got to see you several time on every tour you did.. Milton Keynes Bowl was a blast

So many lessons to be learned from Jason. Such an inspiration.

Jason was the perfect man after cliff loss. He can keep them alive in all the ways. I miss him from 2001.

Thank you for posting this Metallica. We love Jason!

Jason was fantastic in Metallica. I hope he's very happy with his chophouse band. Legend!

The most thrash bloke Metallica ever had \m/

Ainda tenho fé que um dia ele volta pra banda, todo respeito a Cliff e Trujillo, mas pra mim Jason Newsted foi o melhor baixista do Metallica, não era só pelo estilo, ele é mais a cara do Metallica que o próprio Metallica. 🤘🇧🇷

man, watching Jason here made my whole year.

Newstead was and is a beast! Crucial member of the band.

I'm so grateful that I got to experience Metallica w Jason in 1999 just 1½ year before he quit! He was such a big part of their sound and stage energy/presence. Jason is such a cool cat 😎

Rob is absolutely amazing and the perfect fit , but Jason is still part of the band for me. those backing vocals and the attitude on stage oh we miss the guy..

Jason was just a beast on stage. I've seen these guys 4 times, Jason stole the show every time.

Jason the best member of Metallica!!!!

Growing up in Jason's era of Metallica, my mental image of the band is always with James, Lars, Kirk and Jason in it.

ABSOLUTELY MISS YOU JASON 👊🏼🤘🏼

Real Metalhead he is! I am a fan of Tallica since 30 Years now, but without Jason it is not the same experience now.

The biggest loss for them is Jason.. He was the fuel for the band

Always nice to new videos of Jason. 🔥🔥🔥🔥

I miss Jason :(

I was a teenager, full of energy, back during the Justice tour. I couldn't believe the energy Jason brought to the stage. If someone asked me, as a fan, describe the performance you want to see out of your favorite band? I would use two words..."Jason Newsted". Worth the price of admission alone. Back then you bought a ticket and got Kirk, James and Lars as a bonus to that. :)

he's such a great bloke !!!

I don't always listen to Metallica but when I do, so do my neighbors.

I love Rob and I miss Jason RIP Cliff.

Bro, IT'S FUCKING JASON NEWSTED!!!!

Jason IS Metallica!

Memories 💜💜💜

Jason always in our heart, always and always🫶🏼

he was the powerhouse of metallica, period.

Always loved Jason and his overall love of music

already waiting part 2!!!

And Justice for Jason.

I’m 25 years old. The first Metallica song that I can remember hearing was a live version of Creeping Death that my Uncle had showed me when I was 9 or 10 years old I can’t remember which exactly, but I know Jason was on bass cause of the backing vocals. My Uncle also showed me Duality by Slipknot and Waffle by Sevendust. I remember this much and the fact that it was all being played from his ZUNE. That was my introduction to heavy metal. A year or two later my cousin who was an avid metalhead noticed my interests and showed me “Metallica: Live Shit Binge & Purge” and it further cemented my interest. I can remember putting a lot of focus on Jason cause of his backing vocals and his running around the stage plus that weird haircut. All that being said, I don’t know if it would’ve stuck as much had Jason not been the bassist at the time. Forever grateful.

jason era, the best metallica❤

I would have preferred an interview with the whole band and jason rather than listening him separatly but still... jason is the best

6:30 onwards was one of the most interesting bits from a Metallica interviews I've ever heard! Love to hear Jason's "unbiased" perspective on the glory days as "the outsider".

Don’t get me wrong Rob is great. But I much prefer Jason is literally every aspect.

Thankyou Jason! Your Bass vibrations invigorate my soul One love ❤️

His eyes at 11:47!!! Still a kid who can't wait to play. And he is the wisest of them all.

Gracias Metallica por tanto ! Saludos desde Ecuador 🇪🇨 ojalá vuelvan 🙏

Glad to see Newstead still getting some love!

I simply adore you Jason.

We all love you and respect you Jason.

This is so great, hearing from him again.

Jason, the Metallica Family love you so much!

It makes me incredibly happy to see Jason on Metallica's channel again. James. Lars. Kirk. Rob. And Cliff and Dave too. This sort of transparency and opening makes for happiness. After all of these years.