The Brain of Phil is a project of analysis. In this blog, I aim to provide brilliant insights into the world of technology by seeking out relationships between various stories. This includes analysis of books I read and web pages that I view. I'll also comment occasionally on other interests, including travel, education, and sports.

Monday, June 13, 2005

Some kind of Metallica movie

I finally got a look at the documentary Some Kind Of Monster. As promoted, it is a very intimate and interesting look at Metallica's problems during the recording of St. Anger. The part that really stood out for me was seeing how Hetfield and, to a lesser extent, Ulrich seemed to lose interest in their own musical future. Some would call it burnout. It's something that I often feel with my job as an English teacher. There are times when I just want to do anything other than what I am doing now.

Metallica might very well have a short future given their age, but they are already rock legends. And they continue to do things that few other bands would have the self-confidence to do. They are the reason for my nickname - Speedmetal - and they will always be the premier musical force in the world for my money.

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