Metallica Slam Fake '72 Seasons' Livestreams and Crypto Scams | Revolver

Metallica Slam Fake '72 Seasons' Livestreams and Crypto Scams

"Let’s be clear as possible. These are scams."
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Metallica
photograph by Tim Saccenti

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Metallica have addressed a recent bout of scams that have been popping up across the internet ever since they announced their 11th LP, 72 Seasons (due out April 2023), last week. Some fans may have noticed a curious number of YouTube livestreams that are claiming to offer leaks of Metallica's new record, and appear to be hosted on the band's official channels. Some of these videos even link out to other websites where fans are apparently being encouraged to buy into various Metallica-related crypto opportunities that are totally unaffiliated with the band themselves.

The problem has become so bad that Metallica felt they needed to formally acknowledge it, so last night (December 5th) they released a statement where they specifically identify these unofficial pieces of content as "scams" and beg their fans not to be fooled by them. 

"In the wake of last week's exciting news of our new song, new album, and new tour, unfortunately the ugly side of social media made an appearance," Metallica wrote. "Many of you have let us know about YouTube channels and live streams, as well as websites, claiming to offer Metallica Crypto giveaways in conjunction with last week's announcement.

"Let's be clear as possible. These are scams. They're being streamed on fake YouTube Channels posing to be ours and all pointing to websites that we do not run. Please remember — all of our official social media channels are verified. Always look for official verification before believing something wild and crazy to be true. We thank all of you who have been vigilant in reporting these live streams to YouTube and to us… please don't let up!"

See Metallica's official statement below.