Ben Apatoff

Robert Trujillo’s Childhood: Metallica Bassist’s First 72 Seasons
He initially wanted to be a drummer, then a keyboardist before he found his calling.

Jason Newsted’s Childhood: Metallica Bassist’s First 72 Seasons
Raised on a farm, the bassist's life changed when a classmate introduced him to the music of Kiss.

Kirk Hammett’s Childhood: Metallica Guitarist’s First 72 Seasons
Future rock star found refuge from his traumatic upbringing in comics and music.