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

Jason is so cool man. I was heartbroken when I heard he left the band because a lot of people that were open minded and not just foolishly blaming him for the reason of Metallica changing direction knew that Jason was the one that was trying four times harder than he needed to to represent the metal community. Me and my brother will never forget the first Metallica concert we went to in the 90s and we were headbanging and screaming the lyrics to every song we were hanging over this balcony the entire time and Jason pointed at us and gave us props because he could tell we were with it through every note that was played and when he made eye contact with us that was the coolest moment for two teenage Metallica fans.

James and Lars are the founding members, but Jason is the Ambassador of this band. It would be nice to see him play one more time with you guys.

Jason needs to put out a book! His stories are so interesting and a very unique perspective that is far different than the rest of the boys. I think he took it in more and appreciated it more than the other guys somehow.

Jason was the most METAL member of Metallica. And I really wish he'd put out another album.

Jason Newsted. One of the great contributors to the music that moves me. Cheers Sir!

Talking about Moscow '91: I learned that the people who were in charge of the organisation of the show( not only the management, all) were totally unprepared, had to start from scratch with all the sound equipment on the field( they didn't even have the electrical sockets there), had sloppy security. And all because the city had no experience with such huge events. So, they were kinda lucky to make through the show and succeed.

They were foolish to lose this man

I love this dude, live he was a TOTAL MONSTER!! No disrespect to Rob but, I just think Jason was a much better fit. I was bummed when he left the band.

All I can say is thank you Jason, you are such a crucial part of who I am now, and with no exaggeration, probably a part of why I'm still alive now. Although it's not enough, I can only say thank you 😊.

The way he tells his stories makes you feel like you're right there with him. I miss Jason. Glad they been doing a lot of stuff with him. Hopefully they will do it for load and reload too.

This man is my idol since the age 17 and i'm 36 now.and he still is

Damn, Jason is an incredible storyteller! I felt like I was there through all of it. Kudos man ✌️ Thanks for sharing the experience.

I'm from East Europe and Metallica in 80's was a breatch of freedom ...and is till today , eternal respect. Jason = Amazing Person ❤️❤️❤️❤️

After cliff Burton, Jason Newstead is my 2nd fav metallica bassist. He was such a credit to metallica and a top bloke. His back up vocals were epic.

I got a chance to meet Jason before they went to Russia. I had just been in the country for a month and was heading back to the US through Copenhagen. Myself and companions were walking around Tivoli, and I thought I recognized James. He was sitting at a bar and Jason was standing outside with a beer. It was surreal. I remember him saying he was delirious...lol We talked with him, and he said they were going to Russia to play, so we give him some rubles. I still have the picture I took with him. Nice guy and very down to earth.

So heartwarming to hear all this! ❤️

Jason is geeking out and I love every second of it

The more information I hear about Jason Newsted the more I like the man

“Pantera, they’re in Texas... they’ll swim over”. Laughed my fucking ass off!!!!! JN - what a legend!

The hugest metallica fan with the best shirt collection

what a spectacular interview! I'm loving it. what fantastic stories and this man talking, wow

I think Jason has the most vivid memories and anecdotes out of all the band members when it comes to shows from that era. It's simply a joy to listen to. Thank you Jason.

I think James said it best when he referred to this kind of life as "bizarre." You have all these fans worshipping you, but you're also seeing things that can't easily be unseen. But at the same time I don't think there will ever be another band like Metallica, to be able to ascend to that level on a global scale and pump out the energy that they did in the late 80's and early 90's. There was a gap to fill with that style of music, they filled it, and I don't think it could be done twice by someone else.

Jason newsted is my favorite bass player

Part 3 is the best so far! Love how he gives Pantera their props for the Russia show. I was waiting and waiting to hopefully hear some credit due to the CFH! Cool on you Jason. Awesome road stories too.

Jason ❤️❤️❤️❤️ So good to see him on the official channel!

I had no idea they did 300 shows a year for three years on the Black Album tour. WOW!!!!!!!!!!!

Crazy to be so important to history. What an impact

Love that he points out they were the biggest American heavy rock group. That has to be so satisfying.

God I love and really miss Jason. His energy during those shows was just so contagious.

Jason!!! Yes please! Something great to watch while I'm having lunch. ❤ 🍜 and I'm first to comment! It means nothing, but it is fun nevertheless 😁 Edit: I love listening to him. You learn so much from it, and get a real window into how things were. Great story teller. Thank you for these interviews!

Jason basically came on stage balls out. I could only dream what it would be like to be on the same stage as him. This video shows the explosive energy he brings. That is how it is done.

Jason should write an autobiography.

I love that backdrop picture Steffan

Loved Jason talking about Pantera's show. Fucking amazing interview.

I'm really glad there is no animosity between Jason and the rest of the band

Джейсон, ты лучший!!!

One sad thing about Jason is that when he's mentioned, people always come up with the hardest parts and the not-so bright sides of his position. Ok, it was probably tough on some days. But let's not forget the good parts: he was the bass player in Metallica when the rocket took off, he became incredibly rich and famous, he conquered territories 99,999999% of the musicians on the planet wouldn't even dare to dream of and his life gets the “F***ING SUCCESSFUL“ label any day. I tend to believe that he must have enjoyed some pretty happy days as well and I'm glad that this kind of interviews mention it.

I love these stories, imo nobody could touch them back then when they were live, you can just tell how much jason loved playing with metallica and most likely still does love them despite their differences.

That’s awesome 🤟🤟 newsted the man💪

OMG, he's so amazing

Total legend he talks about doing the small things during a show to be whole from the ending but every fkn show i ever watched with jason he was giving 1000 % at the start and just as much at the last song what a guy🤘🏻

So nice to see Jason so stoked! Saw Metallica in Stockholm December 18 1992 it was awesome!

Love and miss you Jason :) Im so glad to see you being involved as your bass is a huge part of the sound and the songs above all. Metallica then had four main ingredients and a chef called Mr Bob Rock.. Metallica has come out in different flavours and though few ingredients have changed still they have delivered alot of different flavours and sounds with each album server for our enjoyment. Metallica 4 life. Sure made my life alot more enjoyable and made alot of friends due to this strong sonic force connecting us. Stay safe and healthy everyone. Greetz from Sweden.

I saw the tour in May 1992 and it was like ok this has peaked and it’s over for me. 21 years old. Nowhere to go but down. So big, so polished, the most arena rock arena rock show you could find - to surpass any others from that era. It was something to behold.

For me he is always remain in the Band!!! He's Memory Remains!!!

When he was talking about everyone having their own workout routines I was waiting for him to say James was drinking.

Thank you gentlemen for all your efforts and courageous work that evokes bravery and valor. Never let them see you sweat. I agree, there is a time and place to decompress and when you are up are on stage they say: the show must go on. Muy CALENTE 🔥

Wow

For ever Jason 🇮🇹🖤💗

Love you guys❤️

Jason, do you have any plans to play music again, or have plans to start a new band.. you are a great musician and have great character

Jason merece lo mejor

Many of my friends are from South America and it's funny because back in the nineties in high school, I blasted Metallica and one girl was dressed all in black, could not speak a word of English but yet she started dancing almost Spanish-style to "...And Justice For All". The custodian joined in as well as I finished up my giant mural of Heathcliff and The Cadillac Cats. God I wish I could relive that day...

YES!!!!!!!!!!!! ALL HAIL JASONIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jason the best bass player!!

Grettings from Costa Rica Jason 🙂🙂🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

So humble.

Cool 🤘👍 thank you Jason 😊

He still has that crazy and funny way of telling stories! XD Super cool guy, terrific bass player and amazing live performer. His stage presence was only second to James. And that is a HUGE compliment.

VOGLIAMO JASON NEWSTED! Jason come back

Jason!!!!

OMG IT IS JASON OMG HE IS ON THE METALLICA CHANNEL OMG

Imagine being the black crows, the band that's forgotten in all this that was included with behemoth bands like them.

The fact that you put a picture of Jason winking in the thumbnail made me giggled❤️😁😁😍😍😂😂

You can tell they know jason is a fan favourite, some months ago the unpackaging of the collector edition of the black album, now this interview. I wish the band realise this and let su fan Who didnt have the chance to see a concert with him to do it… bring him back, even if only for a couple of shows

i love jason

Jason brabo demais

Jason should write a book on being a rock musician.

no exaggeration about Day on the Green. 10 hrs in the Mosh Pit at that show... IIRC I was 16. I mean Queensryche was a bit of a breather (great set, but not really mosh stuff), then METALLICA. I remember we could barely move on the BART train ride home after. And I pity that poor Taco Bell employee that night, we were so deaf I KNOW we were shouting at them, lol.

Favorite band 80s wish I grew up in that era though

thanks for the videos

나는 그가 나오는 영상만 본다. 최애😍

AMO ❤️💋👍🏻👍🏻🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🎸🇧🇷

1989 no Ibirapuera lembro bem dele. AND JUSTICE FOR JASON

Cool to hear Jason talking about getting an adrenaline rush from thinking of Ecstasy of Gold before a show

I feel Jason was and is a great bassist and he was a better fit for Metallica than Rob. No disrespect, but I really miss Jason. What a nice person!

Jason was underrated by most people. Metallica just didn’t let him play.

Vida longa ao mito newstead 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

amo muito voce metallica quero muito tocar o nothing else matters

JASON JASON JASON JASON !!!!

Ride the Lightning is my all time favorite Metallica album .

The mighty Jason speaks

Jason is the ultimate Metallica fan . And pretty amazing bassist as well. :) Saw him with Metallica 6 times. 3 with Rob. I love Rob......but Jason will always be my dude. Unfortunately I'm not old enough to have seen Cliff. :/ I would've given up a couple years if it meant I could've seen him.

Love u Jason, we miss ya.

I get to interview Jason Newsted!!!!! I'm just going to talk over him every time he starts to answer my questions!!!! These F'n people that think they're more important than the subject are pathetic!!!!!!!

Wow that some footage from Indonesia 1993, look at that burning Lebak bulus, it make sense why Indonesian television refused to broadcast those concert

"There are cockroaches this big carrying me shoes away." Lol

Metallica. You are always my favorite band forever. Because you guys are hardcore. When I jamming out to you’re music. It makes me want to go hardcore and I want to scream out loud. You are always the best band

Metallica❤️

Liked when he talked about monsters of rock Moscow amd pantera. i still go back and watch those vids as well

Cool

Saludos desde BOLIVIA METALLICA 🇧🇴🇧🇴🇧🇴🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

No entendi pero feliz por ver a Jason

Eu amo muito ❤️

Jason ❤🇲🇽

Metallicas best Bassplayer and background vocalist!!! Jason rocked🤘🏻

METALLICA YES

I am from indonesia, good music METALLICA

Watch him in settle 1989 he's awesome on fire those yrs