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It looks like these guys are at it again. They were one of the first bands to make a big fuss over Napster and file sharing. This time, its douchebaggery on their part. ArsTechnica has posted some news on this. From what I read, they asked some critics to come listen to some new tracks on an album they plan on putting out. The critics then put up a review of the songs in which the Metallica management told them to take it down. So, they had some people listen to it but keep them from talking about it. Under no means are they legally obligated to remove the reviews however most (if not all) have.

ArsTechnica article

Once upon a time they made good music. However lately they are a bunch of douchebags.