The holiday season just gained a heavy dose of legendary spirit as James Hetfield shares a special spoken-word reading of a seasonal classic. Fans can get cozy with some cocoa and settle in by the fire to hear the iconic frontman deliver his own unique take on ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ which recently premiered on the Maximum Metallica channel. This festive moment offers a charming glimpse at the man often called Papa Het as his signature grit brings a touch of warmth and theatrical intensity to the winter solstice.