Cliff Burton - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Cliff Burton - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Clifford Lee Burton (February 10, 1962 – September 27, 1986) was a bass guitarist, best known for his work with the heavy metal band Metallica from 1982-86.

Burton's early influence was essential in creating the unique musical style for which Metallica would later become famous. An angry, working-class sound, characterized by a driving bassline, stylised lead and powerful rhythm guitar, the band would be seen as innovators of heavy metal music through much of the late 80s and early 90s.

Contents

• 1 Biography
  • 1.1 Early years
  • 1.2 Metallica
  • 1.3 Death
• 2 Influence
• 3 Tributes
• 4 Equipment
  • 4.1 Bass guitars
  • 4.2 Amps
  • 4.3 Effects
• 5 Notes
• 6 External links