by Manuel Marino | Guitar, Music
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James Alan Hetfield’s father, Virgil, left the family at an early stage, while his mother’s name was Cynthia. He has a younger sister and two half-brothers. Hetfield’s ancestry includes German, English, Irish, and Scottish roots. He was born on August 3, 1963, in Downey, California.
This renowned rock star began learning the piano at the age of 9 and picked up the guitar at fourteen. Somewhere in between, he also learned to play the drums. Music became an outlet for him after his mother passed away when he was sixteen, and he played with numerous local bands.
In the 1980s, he crossed paths with drummer Lars Ulrich in response to a newspaper advertisement, and together they formed the band Metallica. Hetfield contributes as the rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist. The original lineup included bassist Cliff Burton and lead guitarist Dave Mustaine. Later, Kirk Hammett joined as the lead guitarist, and Robert Trujillo became the bassist. Prior to Metallica, Hetfield briefly played in the bands Obsession and Leather Charm while working at a sticker-printing company.
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by Manuel Marino | Games
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Starting in 1979, video games slowly began to invade homes, captivating the attention of young kids and adults alike. The first video game was produced in Japan, and it has since undergone significant evolution over the years. Video games have not only become a hobby for children, but they have also become an obsession for young adults. People are constantly in competition with one another to own the newest and greatest video games. They also compete against each other to conquer the challenging levels in highly demanding games. With individuals constantly seeking new challenges, the field of video game design has surged in popularity.
Children are becoming fascinated with video games at a young age. To prevent them from becoming passive in front of the television, video game design companies are incorporating education and exercise into their games. Companies like V-tech and Leap Frog use colors, numbers, and words to teach young children how to read and count. One recent game that has revolutionized the video game industry is Nintendo’s Wii. This game system utilizes games that incorporate physical activity. Game users are required to use their physical abilities to complete tasks such as fishing, … ...Read the rest.
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