Lars Ulrich (Metallica): what if i’m not Mike Portnoy?
On Musicradar.com, Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich talks about the new come back album Death Magnetic, his role in the band, his new sound and about not being Mike Portnoy.
A must read face to face with on rock legend.
You’ve had a lot of flak over the years from people who accuse you of being a poor drummer. Does that ever trouble you?
“It hasn’t bothered me for about 15 years. I’m no Joey Jordison (Slipknot), I’m not Mike Portnoy (Dream Theatre), and I have nothing but love and respect and admiration for all those guys. [...]
“I’m not a particularly accomplished drummer but I am very, very, very good at understanding the role of the drums next to James Hetfield’s rhythm guitar.
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