Heavy-metal survivors Metallica are one of the most important bands on the planet. Formed in 1981, James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett and Lars Ulrich have sustained their reign over the hearts and minds of millions of devoted fans for over three decades. Rock journalist Paul Stenning comes face to face with this particular breed of monster to reveal the unique blend of fearless reinvention, integrity and resilience that have ensured Metallica s unrivaled status as multi-platinum-selling metal royalty with a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The personal tragedy, petty rivalries and all-consuming addictions that have threatened to eclipse the band s blistering achievement at every step are no secret from the tragic loss of bassist Cliff Burton in 1986 to the remaining members prolonged mistreatment of new recruit Jason Newsted, Hetfield s life-threatening alcoholism and Ulrich s relentless pursuit of success at any price. In the wake of Metallica s resounding comeback with 2008 LP "Death Magnetic," this book takes an incisive look at all they ve survived and the classic albums they recorded while doing so, including the adrenaline-fueled thrash of debut "Kill Em All" and the infectious, radio-borne riffs of mainstream crossover the "Black Album." Stripping away decades of empty hype, "Metallica: All That Matters" uncovers every last detail of Metallica s chequered past, chronicling the highs and lows that took the group from stadium to courtroom to rehab, whilst attempting to unravel some of the most profound contradictions of all. Featuring unseen interviews from forgotten friends and ex-lovers, this is the complete, no-holds-barred guide to the band all that matters for Metallica fans of every generation.

One of the most iconic guitarists of all-time, his staggering performance on Guns N' Roses' Appetite For Destruction heralded the arrival of a brand new superstar name in rock. His complex relationship with frontman Axl Rose and the phenomenal music that emerged from that band cemented his reputation in rock's history books; since leaving G N' R, however, Slash has masterfully plied his trade through a series of solo projects and high profile guest appearances. This is the first book to examine the complete story of Slash, from his humble roots in suburban London in the late Sixties, to his thunderous ride through the alleys and red carpets of California to his present day success with Velvet Revolver. The book also takes a fresh look at the Guns N' Roses saga and examines all of Slash's other projects in exhaustive detail. Paul Stenning is the author of several books on rock music and is a regular contributor to the pages of Metal Maniacs, Terrorizer, Alternative Press and Record Collector. He is the author of the best-selling book on Guns N' Roses, The Band That Time Forgot as well as biographies of AC/DC, Iron Maiden and My Chemical Romance.

This biography-in-pictures charts Pattinson's rapid rise to prominence, from his early years as a teenage model in England to his arrival on the set of "Twilight," the movie that would change his life.