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JASON-NEWSTED

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newsMay 5, 2026

Jason Newsted on Leaving Metallica: Addiction, Survival and the Real Reason

Jason Newsted says addiction, not Echobrain, forced his Metallica exit because he believed staying would cost him his life.

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Jason Newsted speaking publicly after his throat cancer free and clear update

newsMay 2, 2026

Jason Newsted Says He Is Free and Clear After Throat Cancer Treatment

Jason Newsted says he is free and clear after throat cancer treatment, and the update reframes his Chophouse Band return.

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Jason Newsted performing live during his Metallica era

newsApr 21, 2026

Jason Newsted Chophouse Tour 2026: Dates, Cities and What to Expect

Jason Newsted is taking The Chophouse Band on its first headlining North American run this summer. Here are the dates, cities and what the trek actually means.

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