Metallica - Disposable Heroes (If It Was Mixed by Cliff Burton)

Mixed and mastered by Alex Tamulis - the main goal here is for Cliff's bass to stand out as much as possible.
Keeping with the theme of manipulation and powerlessness, the song is about the drafting system, war, and death, explaining the title "Disposable Heroes". The line "back to the front" is said multiple times in the song. The song is the third longest song in the entire album, after "Orion" and "Master of Puppets". It is also interesting to note that the middle section ("Why am I dying?" etc., before and after the guitar solo) is the last place for a long time where Lars Ulrich plays the ride cymbal. Not fond of this particular piece of percussion, Ulrich didn't return to it until "Until It Sleeps".

[@chuckbrummer7563]

Thank you so much Alex. This is unbelievable to hear all these tracks you've went and let Cliff's work stand out on. It is a true gift that you have provided us with. Along with the other miscellaneous information about Cliff and Metallica as well. Thanks my friend. I truly appreciate it.

[@alextamulis]

You're welcome, Chuck! I'm happy to be able to contribute with sharing his compositions with the world. Cheers!

[@manageablediscomfort7347]

Alex Tamulis I’m with chuck Thank you!!! All I listen to the last 5 months is cliff burton bass

[@solinvictus4366]

@@alextamulis Thanks man!

[@SGodThor]

"The main goal here is for Cliff's bass to stand out as much as possible " This is a true gift for me . May God Bless You Alex !

[@dannyrussell465]

I'm a huge Cliff Burton fan and this is one of my favorite tunes. Being a veteran it means a bit more. Always loved that galloping riff and Of course Cliff. Amazing work

[@D14V0R05]

When I was a teen just getting into metal I always wondered what was the point of having a bassist in the band if in most songs it was either barely audible or simply non-existent. Eventually would find out about bands with actually audible bass line in their songs.

[@catfailla5881]

Sweet baby Jesus.... this sounds PHENOMENAL!!!

[@talleman1]

This is by far my favorite Metallica song and now it even better. This bass player appreciates these mixes.

[@ShinSuperSaiyajin]

this is the "if Geddy Lee ended up being Metallica's producer" mix Coz I'm pretty sure Lee would want a more audible bass in the mix!

[@alextamulis]

I love Geddy Lee and the bass mixes in Rush, haha. Thanks, Ramil!

[@ThotdFan127]

Sounds like I am listening to a bass-tracking session right there in the studio with cliff.

[@alextamulis]

I agree, Ornstein! Thanks :)

[@manageablediscomfort7347]

Sick song and sick bass playing

[@BBNSSHW]

When the food army landed on the beaches the commander said; We are BREAD to kill not care!!

[@soopahsoopah]

Man that's really bad

[@numbers8015]

soopahsoopah I know right little five year olds out here making complex ass jokes

[@lamonet]

Is the perfect place for the bass guitar. Mega punch!

[@lavablock1999]

A staple in Heavy Metal Forever \m/

[@hernanariel3464]

My childhood's song... Thanks man!!!

[@Berenice901]

Cliff’s bass sounds like a pulsating vein….it’s awesome and thank to Alex for these treasures which bring to light on Cliff extraordinary work. There are some many bass riffs hidden in all Metallica songs played by Cliff… what a genius. Love you Cliff

[@Scottocaster6668]

Now this sounds great, and I'm a guitarist. Lars is even in the background haha.

[@peterjamieson7682]

Listen to Cliff go LEGEND

[@bozziovai]

As a drummer who in my teens were playing the 1st 5 albums of theirs....i am thankful for this mix. Really get to appreciate more of cliff's basslines and how dearly we miss him...truly a master.

[@mikestienen7313]

my favorite song from the album

[@Lesermaus]

The Mix sounds nearly as bass-oriented as Sodom's masterpiece "Tapping The Vein", or at least "Agent Orange"

[@mrsteel250]

Sodom is such an underrated band their newer song Nicht Mehr Mein Land kicks ass in all departments. They have so many good songs for bass and just in general.

[@WDeeGee1]

That guy is impeccable!

[@rotkiv2269]

this is awesome !

[@bassimprovjams3772]

Much thanks!!!!!

[@scottylacombe7648]

Great work!!!! Thank ya pal

[@Jaime420]

Awesome work man!!!! Where can i download this in good quality? :D

[@goofygamer8419]

This is my favorite and the most underrated Metallica song . They need to seriously think about hiring you to work your magic on every album and re release everything. Why don't you already work for them ?!?!

[@rayswoodshop4467]

Yes sir !

[@slowdeath5508]

Hell yeah Cliff!!!

[@justcyan123]

Ah yes disposable heroes but james forgot to bring his guitar

[@johnnyeco280]

This is fukn Glorious!

[@Shaggy0f138]

Thank you. My neighbours appreciate it. 🤘🤘

[@josephalvarez2540]

Best Metallica song ever!

[@RicoTheL3g3nd]

If you see this: PLS Remix some songs off Kill Em All with more bass (Four Horsemen, Whiplash, Seek & Destroy, etc.)

[@jamiesparks1438]

OMG, Who's cutting onions!

[@unclefugnutz3356]

body surfed as well

[@manuelduranc1621]

4:44 Hammet at his best

[@zigah6729]

Did je play with a pick or with lightning fast fingers?

[@PunishedJohnMcClane]

Is this you playing the bass track?

[@mariovomhof2775]

No it is cliffs bass track with guitar and drum track.

[@nu-agegamer3548]

Reverse-AJFA

[@hoegis]

3 x better than the lame one on MOP

[@leonelgarcia3761]

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[@extremelycreativeusername3190]

Well im sure he would leave the rhythm guitar in😂

[@Zleek]

Cliff DEFINITELY WOULDN'T have mixed it like this, this amount of bass is just really annoying. Sure, these videos are really cool so you can hear the bass better, but this just sounds really unprofessional.

[@tatianawilliams]

Shut the fuck up and enjoy the work of a fan.

[@lapinus]

I don't think you are understanding well the concept - he is mixing the bass as it was serving a role of rhythm, harmony, and riff. In other words, Metallica if they were without Kirk, so as a power trio (so James playing solos)

[@danielmarquez3612]

Like Sodom right?