Les Claypool recalled auditioning for Metallica in 1986 after the death of bassist Cliff Burton, stating he was unaware of the band's popularity and his lighthearted approach, including a joke request to jam on an Isley Brothers song, resulted in rejection. Claypool said he didn't fit the band's image with his blonde mohawk and baggy skater pants, dismissing claims by James Hetfield that he was "too good" for the group.
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Les Claypool recalled auditioning for Metallica in 1986 after the death of bassist Cliff Burton, stating he was unaware of the band's popularity and his lighthearted approach, including a joke request to jam on an Isley Brothers song, resulted in rejection. Claypool said he didn't fit the band's image with his blonde mohawk and baggy skater pants, dismissing claims by James Hetfield that he was "too good" for the group.