Facts You Need To know About Metallica Bassist Robert Trujillo And His Impact In The Band

Facts You Need To know About Metallica Bassist Robert Trujillo And His Impact In The Band 

Robert Trujillo, born on October 23, 1964, in Santa Monica, California, is an American bassist and a member of the legendary heavy metal band Metallica. Trujillo grew up in a musically diverse environment, influenced by genres such as funk, jazz, and rock. He first gained recognition as a member of Suicidal Tendencies, a crossover thrash band, in the late 1980s and early 1990s. His impressive bass skills and dynamic stage presence helped him establish a solid reputation in the music industry.

10 Facts About Robert Trujillo That Will Shock You 

1. **Early Influences**: Trujillo was influenced by a diverse range of musicians, including Jaco Pastorius, Stanley Clarke, and Black Sabbath's Geezer Butler.

   

2. **Suicidal Tendencies**: He joined Suicidal Tendencies in 1989 and played on albums such as "Lights...Camera...Revolution!" and "The Art of Rebellion."

3. **Infectious Grooves**: Trujillo co-founded Infectious Grooves, a funk metal band known for its eclectic style and energetic performances.

4. **Ozzy Osbourne**: Before joining Metallica, Trujillo was the bassist for Ozzy Osbourne, contributing to the "Down to Earth" album and the live album "Live at Budokan."

5. **Metallica Audition**: Trujillo auditioned for Metallica in 2003 and was offered the position after impressing the band with his skills and chemistry.

6. **"St. Anger"**: His first album with Metallica was "St. Anger" (2003), although the bass tracks on the album were recorded by producer Bob Rock before Trujillo joined the band.

7. **$1 Million Signing Bonus**: Upon joining Metallica, Trujillo received a $1 million signing bonus as a gesture of the band's commitment to him.

8. **Documentary Appearance**: Trujillo's audition and integration into Metallica were documented in the film "Metallica: Some Kind of Monster" (2004).

9. **Personal Projects**: Outside of Metallica, Trujillo has worked on various projects, including producing the documentary "Jaco" (2014), which celebrates the life of his idol Jaco Pastorius.

10. **Signature Bass**: Trujillo has a signature bass model with Warwick, the "Robert Trujillo Artist Series Streamer Bass," which reflects his unique playing style and preferences.