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flag Bass solo on Metallica’s “Orion” was meant for Hammett but played by Burton after he left; now a tour centerpiece.

flag Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo revealed that the iconic bass solo on the 1986 instrumental “Orion” was originally meant for guitarist Kirk Hammett, but was instead played by founding bassist Cliff Burton after Hammett left the studio. flag Trujillo shared the story on what would have been Burton’s 64th birthday, emphasizing the solo’s emotional significance and its role in uniting the band and fans. flag The song remains a central part of Metallica’s live performances as the M72 World Tour resumes in May, with upcoming European dates and proceeds supporting the All Within My Hands foundation, which has raised over $20 million since 2017.

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