James Hetfield Guitar Collection Book Released October

James Hetfield (Insatgram @metallica)

JAKARTA - The Permute Press has set October 17, 2023, as the release date for "Messengers: The Guitars Of James Hetfield".

In the 400-page book, Hetfield shares his personal collection of valuable guitars and reveals the stories and meanings of each of the guitars in his life and career as vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter for Metallica.

From Electra OGV which defines her style, voice, and attitude to the legendary MX guitar, the first in a series of iconic collaborations with ESPN, and from Snakebytes' signatures through her ambitious project with Ken Lawrence's famous luthier.

Hetfield shares the emotional and technical elements of the chosen tool that has shaped its single musical journey, including exotic instruments, Gibson vintage, and custom one-off.

He also revealed many studio secrets, including key amplifiers and equipment that sculpted his tone and created his voice.

Every guitar shown is accompanied by a museum-quality portrait by well-known photographer Scott Williamson, showing off intimate details that can only be seen when holding it in their own hands, alongside Hetfield's deep personal memories.

Covering more than forty guitars, ranging from wounded street fighters to trusted studio supporters and a favorite of the eternal tour, "Messengers: The Guitars Of James Hetfield" is a book carefully made and a stunning window into the minds and souls of one of the biggest rock frontmen.

These invaluable guitars have shaped the history of music for more than four decades.