Should Metallica Be Ashamed Of This?! 

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Why is it that I find myself wandering around my work complex during the day singing "Justin Hawkins Rides AGAIN!!!" You've warped my mind sir. ;-)

When she sang Say Hello to Heaven at the Chris Cornell tribute show you can actually see and hear the audience switch from "Why the fuck is she here" to "This is fucking awesome"

It was incredible watching the Chris Cornell tribute show, and how the crowd turned from questioning what she was doing there, to buying in to every word she was singing. Absolute Rock Theatre 🤙

I love hearing Miley and Lady Gaga sing anything in any genre. They always nail it.

Miley Cyrus is a seriously professional artist. She isn’t just riding Metallica’s coattails here. She is bringing something impressive to this collaboration. She doesn’t just dip a toe into other genres, she does the work and seems to understand what those genres are all about. Celebrate the idea of expanding your horizons. Thanks as always Justin.

When I was a teen and through my 20's James 'the rockstar' was my hero for his music, now in my 40's James 'the man' is my inspiration for the way he deals with his abuse issues. Your story about him offering you help made me tear-up!

Her performance of ‘Say Hello to Heaven’ with Temple of the Dog is absolutely incredible. Her rock bona fidas is solid!

She did a good job with Billy Idol on Rebel Yell (Live iHeartRadio Music Festival 2016). Billy Idol, Metallica - how about Miley sings a song with The Darkness!

I’m sure you’ve seen her cover of “ Take it to the limit “ it is phenomenal , proper goosebump material. She is an extremely versatile singer who I personally rate extremely highly, and I’m a huge rock fan , going to see Nashville Pussy tonight for example.

Well that story of James Hetfield looking out for a younger rock start that he was worried about the behaviour is pretty heartwarming actually. No doubt this song f*n rocked.

My wife asked me….. “Why do you keep saying, “Good day to you”……. I told her it was because of the greatness that is Justin Hawkins

Love Miley. Her voice is fantastic, she isn’t afraid to take the piss out of her self and she has a great taste in music. If she was good enough for soundgarden to join them on stage at the Chris Cornell tribute show, she’s good enough for me.

Fantastic. If you haven't seen it, Miley covering Mazzy Star in her Tiny Desk performance is one of my favorite things ever.

Her version of Jolene is pretty damn excellent also.

Her singing of “Say Hello To Heaven” for the Chris Cornell tribute concert is what made me a fan.

So glad you enjoyed this. I remember being very impressed when I first saw this video.

Miley's recent cover of Heart of Glass is fucking phenominal. She's a real talent... Country, pop or other - she smashes it.

I love you Justin! You are always so fair, kind, but always with a twinkle of humour sprinkled through. Brilliant to listen to!

Shes an incredible singer. Midnight Sky live at the Whiskey a Go Go... absolutely amazing.

Miley has a great voice!

The thing you gotta remember about a lot of rock fans is we're losers lmao. We grow up feeling like outcasts etc. So we kind of just have this disdain for anything popular that the "normal kids" like. As I became an adult it became so obvious to me that I hated so much music for literally no reason other than it was what people liked at the time. Miley Cyrus is the perfect example of this. Her father was a famous musician who grew up in the 70s and 80s, you don't think he played rock music around her growing up? She clearly has a genuine love for bands like Metallica, Zeppelin, etc. But because she was Hannah Montana and the girl who twerked at some awards show a certain type of rock fan who never grew up will still hate on her for no reason. She is a decent singer and is a fan of this music. Enough said. There's no reason for anyone to be embarrassed because they played with her.

Love your theme song, especially the minor major 7 chord (the spy chord)! The content is always great as well.

Miley Cyrus’s cover on “Jolene” is on another level also if your looking for something different …

Best one yet Justin, really enjoyed that cheers muchly.

Miley Cyrus is an outstanding vocalist. Period. I applaud her for transcending the limitations that the industry can impose on certain types. I always think of The Osmonds The Plan album. It’s a freaking masterpiece, but because it was The Osmonds and the industry was setting up Donny as the star, nobody would promote it. Even though it was fantastic.

It’s so nice to see you really break down and throughly enjoy a performance! It’s the same way I feel about your performances 🔥

Thank you! Miley on Nothing else matters from the blacklist was my fav! She does a great version of Zombie too def has rock potential

Love your takes, Justin! Peace from Vancouver WA…

Miley really knocks this one out of the park. Very well done. On another level, love your show Justin. I saw the Darkness in my hometown Den Bosch in 2003. It kicked so much arse!

I love this guy so much, keep it up Justin!

So many good Miley covers but I love the tiny desk set she did in a cowboy hat, Mazzy Star’s song Fade Into You done in her rock growl will stab your very soul!

Love the supporting photos in this video. If she makes a metal album I’d buy it.

I'm impressed. Watch the version of Crimson and Clover she does with Dave Grohl and Joan Jet, it's on here somewhere. Miley's range is incredible.

Somehow, from a random suggestion, this has become my favourite channel.. it’s just so engaging and refreshing in amongst the bullshit we have to listen to nowadays. Nothing else matters was the first dance at our wedding and we have the lyrics are displayed on the wall in our downstairs toilet. I’m no sure about this version but I love Steve and the seagulls version. Not sure if you reviewed them yet, if not, please do.

Love your RU-vid Channel! Keep it up, fantastic!

Miley is an amazing rock/heavy metal singer. Her singing White Wedding with Billy Idol is absolutely fantastic. Speaking of child actresses, I'd love to see you reacting to The Pretty Reckless, too.

My friends laugh when I argue that Miley Cyrus has the most dynamic voice of our generation. She's just on a different level to everyone else. Thanks for covering this one Justin

The best part of all your videos are the amazing Justin Hawkins Rides again emotional guitar pieces at the beginning. I LOVE THEM :)

I’ve hummed and sang your theme for days now. A true worm. Love this channel.

Thanks for your insight Justin! While I'm not sure I am as "in love" with Miley's voice as you are, the thing I have always admired about her is her fierce independence. It seems that ever since she came of age, she has done EXACTLY what she wanted to do, nevermind the critics. That is a quality that is worthy of deep admiration In my book. Cheers! Love the haircut by the way. You Rock it.💜

Totally agree, it's almost like she was destined to do this sort of thing! BTW the guitarist in the clip was Nick Jonas ;)

Hi Justin, loving the show, new watcher, first time commenter. Love the analysis, firm but opinionated! Not passive aggressive sarcasm I promise, rather genuine appreciation for the playful opinion, delivered in a comedic style. Comments sections can be the twitter of life, leading to tribalism. However, we are in the fledgling era of our internet. It's childhood if you will. We're drawn to things that please us, and dubious/ afraid of that which challenges our comfort. We need guidance and love to see us through to the next phase intact. Playful banter such as that you deliver, is already helping us back to being able to discuss our differences in a non-cynical discourse, which allows the most important organ to re-engage during social intercourse, our ears, and the pathways to reason and mutual understanding within us. I have new found insight of your own musical prowess and intuition through these clips, and respect the grounding of your comments. Whilst I don't agree with every utterance, we are basically on the same page in that all music has a place but rock well... ROCKS! Only minor off putting aspect to these videos is the constant bombarding from the "still struggling to master the Guitar" brigade advertisements, and their pyramid "I'll make you a competent player in weeks" schemes (which I have to admit play to the insecurities of plinky plonker never had the discipline to practice properly "guitarist" like myself). With their "listen till the end of my video of half an hour-40mins (or whatever the algorithm for you tube requires for them to make money) before I'll reveal the secret to effortless rock godship, along with the cost". The actual secret being (spoiler alert!) find something you like then learn it. Hey Ho I'll keep plonking and live vicariously through my many children. Much love

Justin, your musings are so delightful and reasoned through your vast experience. Thanks for sharing.

I was always tolerant of Miley's detours into the rock catalogs of other artists...like Billy Idol and Metallica. Then I realized...she has a brilliant voice in need of rock expression. Anyhoo...Her new live album ATTENTION: Miley Live is a thrill to listen to...exhilarating from beginning to end. Goosebumps when she fills up the sonic cradles created by the brilliant backing vocals. Have a listen!

Miley can do any genre and is one of the biggest stars around. Cheers,

Mr. Hawkins, your Dallas Buyers Club attire is lovely, and those shades are perfect. You give rock n roll a good name. Thank you for always being honest and sharing with all of us who hold on to what we think is good, your balanced views are opening mine, because you sound like a person who appreciates the good and the bad. Always taking something from it something to learn and grow. Love this channel

Nice shirt Justin, that's why I subscribed. And the catchy theme! 🤠

one of my favorite performance of Miley doing rock is with Billy Idol singing Rebel Yell 🤘

I changed my preconception of Cyrus when she appeared on Black Mirror. This performance with Metallica rocks so hard! Great vocal performance

I can’t take my eyes off your sleeve.. also enjoyed the video. Thanks Justin ❤

Yes, she did exceptionally well here. She is a pro. Hats off.

I watch so many of these that sometimes I forget Justin Hawkins is a famous rockstar then I hear “I used to tour with Metallica” 😂. Funky ass fit btw.

What’s the best way to watch Justin Hawkins Rides Again? My way is to build up a nice a backlog and then have a good binge. So enjoyable and insightful - love it 👊 Another great video, I agree Miley has an incredible voice!

Love how Justin cuts the hair short and manages to look even more rock n roll haha. Well done sir!

Love the channel Justin! Please can you tell me where you got those ridiculously cool glasses? 🙏🏼

Could have expressed it better myself....."fucking awesome". If music is meant to evoke a reaction or emotion, then this performance has achieved both. I've listened to it over and over as it's THAT GOOD, it never fails in it's job. Thankyou Justin. Liking you more with every video I watch. Much respect from Melbourne Australia. 💙🌏🙏

I’ve worked on several tours with Miley. She’s absolutely quality. And every show I’ve ever been involved with Metallica, they’ve nailed it. Two titans of the industry chaps.

I appreciate your work as a musician, and now you have also earned my following here, great job my friend, great job.

Adore your channel, Justin. Always lead with the guitar intro. It's the equivalent of the 'Better Call Saul" intro.

She's a straight-up pro, and she nails it!

Prince taught me a long, long time ago that artists enjoying different genres is fantastic for them, even if a subset of fans of those various music categories vehemently object as old-fashioned gatekeepers. Thanks for the thought-provoking commentary.

I’ve always loved the Darkness. This channel just increases that. Hope to catch you guys if you ever come to Pennsylvania.

Loving the video's, great stuff! Hoping Justin can answer the following on his comments day... I remember hearing or reading that Brian May said Freddie used to like singing in E flat which made it trickier for him as the guitarist. Could the multi talented Mr. H. explain this to us mortals?

She really has an amazing voice. Great performence!

I've watched a great deal of the "Justin Reacts" videos and I can't believe people would submit this performance expecting any serious negative criticism. The talent exuded in that 1 song is mind blowing, especially from Miley.

That was a great video! Of all the rockstars currently plying their trade you Sir, are the funniest!

And, right after you say "What would it be like if she did a sax solo here?" my twisted brain actually conjured up a tasty little 8-bar sax solo. It would work.

Miley is a vocal beast. Once I heard her cover Janis's version of 'Maybe' and Blondie's Heart of Glass, I was a jaw dropping fan. This performance cemented it. She's phenomenal. I love Metallica and she nailed it.

Miley has a rock and roll heart. I love her voice and think she's amazing. You're right....her past as a child actor is irrelevant. What " matters" is that she continues to reinvent great songs while staying true to herself as an artist.

Hey Justin. Maybe you could do a post on musicians and hearing issues such as tinnitus. Something that unfortunately plagues a lot of people. Musicians especially. Just an idea. Keep up the good work 👍

A new vid by justin? I hit the like-button before I even saw the shirt. And the glasses. Then I hit like again.

She nailed it👍she’s got the raw and powerful voice that rock needs 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💯

It was a rocking start to a show back in 2004 and the Darkness in full swing when my band mate and I decided this would be a great time to throw our CD on stage in the hope one of the band or crew would pick it up! With a powerful flick of the wrist the CD wizzed over the Wembley crowd and almost took Dan out, subsequently the crowd parted and we were pulled by our scruffs and ejected from the show…..oops! Gutted! Only three songs in too. But those three songs were eventful. I did manage to see the whole show at the Camden Roundhouse many years later. Bloody great stuff!

I watch a few of these videos and they made me a Justin Hawkins fan. Fantastic attitude. Great talent.

Loved your reaction and insight, and the fact you make me laugh. Thank you sir 🤟❤

Miley is a Headbanger to the core if you watch some of her shows. I actually could not stand her until i watched a few of her live shows here on youtube. her vocal capacity is unbelievable and i have seen this particular video several times and she definitely nails it. glad you mentioned Stevie Nicks as she has done several duos with her also.

If it sounds good , then thats all that matters... regardless of genres, if you can sing , you can sing...

i was at that show in 2003 when you guys opened for Metallica in Ireland. great show, Linkin Park really got heckled that day

Crazy even after her amazing album “plastic hearts”, she still has no Grammys.

I remember for the longest time not giving her any credence. Then my daughter started listening to her and showed me her singing with the Doors and many other stuff outside of her normal stuff, and I now firmly believe she is one of the best vocal talents of her generation.

Miley was channeling Pat Benitar from the start. She is already a rock star in my book.

First concert was at the RDS, Dublin in 2003 at the age of 13. You opened for Metallica and I was blown anyway. Cheers!

Fantastic video. My most pressing concern now is, where on earth did you get those exceptional sun glasses?

I heard this about a year after I heard her sing Jolene. Both performances were incredible. Totally changed my option of her singing ability. This is an incredible performance & is up there as one of my favourite performances. And I hate covers & don’t listen to Metallica.

I think she has a great rock voice. I'd like to hear her do more with rock and metal artists

1) Now I would like to hear your cover of this song 2) yes I agree with those mentioning her version of Jolene 3) there's often someone playing this down the Piccadilly Circus tube stop and that's one of the best moments to experience in London any time of the day

She performed "Zombie" by the Cranberries at the whisky a go go last year. You should check that out! She absolutely smashes it! Her voice is made for Rock. I can't stand her poppy stuff but boy does she nail Rock. If she wanted to be a rockstar she could do so easily!

Metallica have reached a level of success where they can do what ever the hell they want, and if they want to do a duet with a pop icon then why the hell not? I've been a fan of Metallica since the 80's before they had a high degree of commercial success, back then they were heavy as fuck, by the time they released the black album there were bands who were faster, and heavier, and more technical then they would ever be, but they did what they wanted, and released an amazing commercially successful metal album, which by the way still had some really heavy shit on it (sad but true, struggle within come to mind). I liked the duet, and I think Miley is genuine fan and is coming from a sincere place. Hell I think she'd make a cool metal vocalist.

Miley and Billy Idol rocked rebel yell live, check it out, check out her cover of Zombie by the cranberries too, epic stuff. She's got a great voice.

Beautiful reaction. Subscribed.

I also sing Justin Hawkins Rides Again randomly during the day in public.

10:53 when she hits “matters” it was amazing! I literally got chills.

I can’t believe all the stick Miley got for this, I’m 100% with you Justin, she knocked it out the park, and her voice suited it perfectly. Screw the haters! 🤣

Great Video Justin 🔥🤘

The only question about Miley is whether she’s taking care of her vocal cords.

I would love to hear a whole collaborative album with Metallica and Miley. I think her voice is perfect for rock now as demonstrated here. Plus, it has to be better than Lulu. Which I actually kind of like.

Justin love your honesty, you’re awesome. ❤️

Definatly a great rock colaboration. Mylie sounds very blusy, deep and amazing on this. She did lift the song with her vocals. Nice review Justin the Hawkman.

I've always thought "Nothing Else Matters" was a fantastic pop song with metal guitars. Of course this sounds good! Miley is actually pretty cool.