General Album leak welcomed by Metallica

[The Helper]

The drummer of rock band Metallica has welcomed an internet leak of their new album, ahead of its release next week.

Speaking on San Francisco radio station Live 105, Lars Ulrich said: "If this thing leaks all over the world today or tomorrow, happy days."

"It's 2008 and it's part of how it is these days," the musician added.

Death Magnetic, officially released around the world on 12 September, was posted on the internet after reportedly being sold in a French shop.

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[Husky]

Listening to it right no- I mean, I can't wait to buy it!

 

[Wiseman_2]

My brother's downloading it right now but I've already put in a pre-order for it so I'll wait for that
Plus, given the speed it seems to be downlaoding, it will probably be quicker anyway

 

[BlargIAmDead]

Anybody remember the Napster controversy?