This weekend marked the 7th annual Cliff Burton Day, celebrating the late Metallica legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, as officially declared by Cliff’s hometown of Castro Valley and the greater Alameda County. Cliff would have turned 62 on February 10th, 2024. Continuing with tradition, host Nicholas Gomez spoke with Cliff’s family and friends, about their memories of Cliff. Watch the tribute here. Continue reading
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Celebrate Late Metallica Bassist Cliff Burton for “Cliff Burton Day 2024” – On What Would Be His 62nd Birthday
Today is the 7th annual Cliff Burton Day, celebrating the late Metallica legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, as officially declared by Cliff’s hometown of Castro Valley and the greater Alameda County. Cliff would have turned 62 today, February 10th, 2024. Continuing with tradition, host Nicholas Gomez will speak with Cliff’s family and friends, about their memories of Cliff. Check back to the site later for the full video and more Cliff day tributes. Continue reading
Watch the 2023 Cliff Burton Day Event Commemorating the 61st Birthday of The Metallica Icon
The 6th annual Cliff Burton Day, celebrating the late Metallica legend and Rock Hall of Famer Cliff Burton, as officially declared by Cliff’s hometown of Castro Valley and the greater Alameda County, was held on February 10th, 2023. It would have been Cliff’s 61st birthday. Continuing with tradition, host Nicholas Gomez hosted and spoke with Cliff’s family and friends, about their personal memories and cherished time with Cliff. Interviews include Connie Burton, Lou Martin, Flemming Rasmussen of Sweet Silence Studios, Mike Overton of Trauma, John Gallagher of Raven, Deen Dell of Vio-Lence, Brian Lew and Harald Oimoen from the movie/ book Murder in the Front Row, Photographer Gene Ambo, Castro Valley home town friends Joe Cabral, Judd of Judd’s Barn, and Tony Martin. Their stories and memories of Cliff are not to be missed and are too in-depth to be shared in just one broadcast.
Celebrate Cliff Burton Day Commemorating the 61st Birthday of The Metallica Icon
This year is the 6th annual Cliff Burton Day, celebrating the late Metallica legend and Rock Hall of Famer, as officially declared by Cliff’s hometown of Castro Valley and the greater Alameda County. Continuing with tradition, host Nicholas Gomez will speak with Cliff’s family and friends, about their personal memories and cherished time with Cliff. These stories will bring you back to the influential early days, with an in-depth look into the life, the times, and the location of an unknowing musical phenomenon. Watch Jerry Only of Misfits pay tribute to Cliff in this video.
Watch The Official Memorial Livestream for Metallica Bassist Cliff Burton – “Cliff Burton Day 2022”
Influential early Metallica bassist Cliff Burton would have turned 60 years old yesterday, February 10th, 2022. He was honored with a special “Cliff Burton Day” live stream at with a special live stream on YouTube which you can see below. Emceed by Nicholas Gomez, the party will include Big Mick, Metal Joe, Gary Holt (Exodus, Slayer), Dan Riley, Brian Lew, Dean Delray, Brian Slagel, Charlie Benante (Anthrax), Mike Bordin (Faith No More), Canada Dave, Connie Burton and more!
Super7’s ReAction Figure of Metallica Bassist Cliff Burton is On Sale Now
Super7 Toys has released their Metallica Cliff Burton ReAction Figure, in time for Cliff Burton Day, which is today February 10th. 2022. Today would have been Cliff’s 60th birthday! The 3.75” Cliff Burton ReAction figure includes his bass guitar and a hammer to “kill them all” accessories! Proceeds from this figure will benefit the Cliff Burton Scholarship Fund. The package is inspired by Metallica’s Ride The Lightning and the artwork is by Ed Repka. Check out this video with Brian Lew (Murder In The Front Row book, Super7) to discuss the release.
Celebrate Cliff Burton (Metallica) Day With a Livestream Event and Exclusive Merch
Influential early Metallica bassist Cliff Burton would have turned 60 years old tomorrow, February 10th, 2022. He will be honored with a special “Cliff Burton Day” February 10th with a special live stream at with a special live stream at 10 p.m. EST/7 p.m. PST. Watch at the link below. In addition to many who knew Cliff personally, professionally and family, there will be a merch drop, specially designed by Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante, a new Super7 ReActionfigure of Cliff, the first for a member of Metallica, and more!
February 10th Is Officially “Cliff Burton Day” In Castro Valley
How cool is this?! After gaining over 5000 signatures on the petition, February 10th is now known as “Cliff Burton Day” in Castro Valley. Continue reading
February 10th Might Become “Cliff Burton Day” In Castro Valley
A petition to honor former Metallica bassist Cliff Burton gained official support on Monday night. Continue reading