I was reminded of this scene from Some Kind of Monster when the bands unlicensed therapist (er, performance coach) from that chapter of their history, Phil Towle, popped up on And Podcast For All!. And that triggered a whole bunch of things. The people that don't come up to me that are pissed off at the way that I am in the movie, there are probably a lot of those people. Which is not to say that Towle doesnt thin Newsted didnt have a right to be angry: Have you ever had a fight with your wife? METALLICA's "performance coach" Phil Towle, a former psychotherapist who was brought into the picture in January 2001 to help James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett and Lars Ulrich repair their relationship . It was in stores two months later. Then the album came out and took a shit on everybodys chest. And Jason, because he was so grateful to be a part of the band, never felt like he could quite make it. People seem to like it. Metallica Therapist Phil Towle Says Lars Ulrich Was Angry At James Hetfield After His Rehab Elif Ozden March 30, 20223 mins read Metallica's therapist and performance enhancement coach Phil Towle recently gave an interview to Metal Hammer to talk about the time he worked with the band. We took time out over the course of those months and years to explore our personalities. Although Im real curious already to see what theyre going to do with the next album. A subscription makes a thoughtful gift for both family and friends. Why do I see it as a crypt? Creative tension is caused, I think, by wrestling with how to get ones passion fulfilled. Briony is the Editor in Chief of Louder and is in charge of sorting out who and what you see covered on the site. Celebrity doesnt mean theyre a talent. He's best known as the performance coach immortalized in the documentary film Some Kind of Monster. In the interview with Metal Hammer, Phil Towle recalled the following: These guys were waiting for James. The Good Ship Lollipop came out last Friday. BA1 1UA. Then Lars says, 'Let him stay.'. AKA: Phillip E Towle, Phil Towke, Philip Towle, , , +3 more. These are familiar times. We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices, The worlds biggest and best metal magazine, Lars confirmed that Metallica are "three, four weeks into some pretty serious writing" on a new album, Metallica tease new 72 Seasons track through series of TikTok duet videos, Here's what Slayer would sound like playing Bon Jovi's Livin' On A Prayer, Puddle of Mudd frontman Wes Scantlin charged with trespassing at his former Los Angeles home, Watch Megadeth perform with Marty Friedman for the first time in 23 years, Every issue delivered direct to your door. Metallica's therapist Phil Towle became an "easy target" following the release of Some Kind Of Monster - but drummer Lars Ulrich actually credits him with keeping the band together. Towle, who was was brought in January 2001 as a "performance coach", discusses his realtionship with the band and the events surrounding his being brought into the Metallica camp. The 2004 release of Some Kind of Monster was a three-year journey into the turbulent inner workings of a band. PAUL STANLEY Blasts MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE After She Complains Of Harassment, DAVE LOMBARDO To Tour U.K. With 'Progressive Grindcore' Band EMPIRE STATE BASTARD, MIKKEY DEE Is Open To Playing With KING DIAMOND Again: 'That'd Be Great Fun For Me'. Moreover, this time of Metallicas career was documented in 2004s Metallica: Some Kind Of Monster.. These past few weeks have been the same, except it looks like the bands new album, Death Magnetic, might actually be good. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, And their personal behaviors were self-destructive, and their ways of interacting were self-destructing. We have breaking news, exclusive interviews with the biggest bands and names in metal, rock, hardcore, grunge and beyond, expert reviews of the lastest releases and unrivalled insider access to metal's most exciting new scenes and movements. Phil Towle, M.A. They feel to me like they enjoyed this project and enjoyed playing this music, and they did a great job. And then Hetfield had to go away and deal with some of his issues, and then that opened up this whole thing. Phil accomplishes in a month, what a lesser coach could only hope for in a year!, "If Lennon and McCartney had Phil, the beatles would never have broken up. Phil Towle, Metallicas former therapist, recently appeared on the Speak N Destroy podcast. Now that youre listening to the new album, what are the results? And when James comes marching back and says, I cant work between certain hours and certain hours, Lars was really pissed off. But when you are battling with each other in unnecessary conflict and suffering side effects from that, and trying to medicate yourself in different ways the creative energy is compromised by unresolved tension. But its different, like if you were rebuilding a house and you get to look at the foundation, and as you rebuild in the various different stages you appreciate whats done, and in the end the end product is what theyre celebrating more now. Since part of their job is to be pissed off, isnt that hard on the healing process? I could hear all this pain resonating from the room they were in, and after about 10 minutes, I went back in. Facebook gives people the power to share. Difference makers committed to using their God-given talents to fulfill their highest possibilities, and those around themDetermined to transform each hardship, setback and self-imposed limitation, into superior achievement. He sold his home in 2006 to move to Northen California. Sometimes you see a crowd like that being able to be grateful for its capacity to be angry, or the capacity to just say, 'Fuck it.' Phil Towle, the therapist who played a major role in Metallica 's Some Kind of Monster documentary film, revisited one of the film's major turning points in a recent podcast appearance. That really cemented things between them.". These past few weeks have been the same, except it looks like the bands new album, Death Magnetic, might actually be good. He also claimed that when Hetfield learned of his plans to tour with Echobrain during Metallicas downtime, the frontman implied hed be fired for doing so, telling him Other arrangements can be made.. Since his firing, Towle has continued to work as a therapist. You have to write about what youre going through and be authentic about it, and you can use your artistry as a means of cleansing. I just didn't want to leave the process, the intimacy. I feel their confidence. And that's the kind of thing that comes up for me when somebody comes to me. Do you like any of the new songs? Management was justifiably concerned the band was imploding and would die a death many bands do. Fans. Or why not treat yourself? Psychologically, the most important thing is why do we see it the way we see it. So this was the collision of years of frustration. Metallica's former therapist Phil Towle recently guested on the Speak N' Destroy podcast, which is dedicated to all things Metallica. Theyre playing like people that care about each other, and their audience. Hetfield's re-emergence from rehab is when the film really gets into gear, with the chief worry in his mind whether or not he could do METALLICA sober. James has been coming out and saying the whole issue of Death Magnetic was rescuing the band on the verge of falling apart so a lot of lyrics are about how close you can be to death. I see the Lars/James relationship as a love story. He also says that he was never given a reason for his firing, and that it came as a complete shock. This conversation covers Phil's background, methodology, and of course, Metallica. Then the album came out and took a shit on everybodys chest. You can now listen to the lengthy chat below. Theres no professional contact at this point in time. Some people say the band was saved because it was headed for destruction. Phil Towle is the man who, according to Lars Ulrich, saved Metallica. There were many eye-opening aspects of Metallica 's Some Kind Of Monster documentary when it was released in 2004. And this was the only way he could start to do something with it.. Am I influenced by Death Magnetic? Towle was fired by his employer as a performance coach shortly after the documentarys release in February 2004. "In a very dysfunctional family, Jason had the courage to stand up. Phil Towle: Im friends with the members of the band. I said I gotta know because I'm thinking about moving out here. So I like the songs manifesting the love issues. When James wrote Enter Sandman, he courageously invited the alienated of our society and in each of us to openly express our fears and insecurities and alienation. (opens in new tab) podcast, Phil Towle suggested that the bassists departure in 2001 may have been the result of Newsteds attempts to change the way his bandmates viewed his position in Metallica. But the people that ask the questions, pretty much the thing they say is they thank me for being a part of the process. They were scared it was over. Follow us online for more news, rumors and updates from Metal Sucks. I think people are taking a snapshot. Anger after Hetfield entered rehabilitation, causing some tension within the band. He stated that the band members had been waiting for Hetfield for so long to continue working on the album, but Hetfield came up and said he could not work between certain hours. All content created & copyright 2023 Metal Sucks. Phil Towle said this would happen. "There isn't one word, or one sentence, or even one paragraph to explain Phil Towle's power to heal and guide. The footage of their excruciatingly awkward therapy sessions would later be the most fascinating part of 2004s Some Kind of Monster. The music I like from Metallica at best always touches the core of my heart. User comments or postings do not reflect the viewpoint of BLABBERMOUTH.NET and BLABBERMOUTH.NET does not endorse, or guarantee the accuracy of, any user comment. Louder is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. What Will Happen When a Member of Metallica Dies? He discusses his experiences in Metallicas camp and how he gained access to the band. Write to Phil with your question and he and he will respond. Meanwhile, it's been revealed that the band's November 14 livestream has raised $1.3 million for their All Within My Hands Foundation. So, basically, should a horrible accident ever befall Trujillo, Newsted will still be suspect #1. Having raised their two marvelous children; Tracye, and Adam Phil and his wife, Gail, are currently based in Marin County, California. Phil H J Towle . When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. He was hazed to the point where I think it blew because he'd had enough of something. When people can come out and talk about the secrets of their pain, thats a love story. 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Nonetheless, the fact that Ulrich is on board indicates that Towle remains in the bands good graces. It's, like, 'Wow. This is all about them getting together and producing something that would be a natural expression of what they wanted to accomplish their ambition and what was inside of them creatively. When issues arent dealt with, love gets replaced by resentment and negativity. "It was a difficult time with Phil," he said. The band had to postpone the recordings of St. Ask him. So I really felt a little ambushed. And James was saying, Look, guys, I have to work with my family, maintain my sobriety and maintain my composure. So that collision was scary, but it was necessary.. Phil Towle with clients, Metallica. Its all visceral to me. Some viewers may have been disappointed by the documentary. So what was blocking that relationship before you worked with them? Theyre celebrating what theyre capable of doing. To report spam or any abusive, obscene, defamatory, racist, homophobic or threatening comments, or anything that may violate any applicable laws, use the "Report to Facebook" and "Mark as spam" links that appear next to the comments themselves. Asked what the "common" thing is that METALLICA fans say to him when they approach him after recognizing him in public, Towle said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's really hard to say. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). Courtesy PhilTowle.com. According to Ulrich, he is a man of integrity. Now that youre listening to the new album, what are the results? The difference between then and now is they have clearer minds, spirits and emotions and ought to be able to access their creativity in a way that uses their full strengths. And this was the only way he could start to do something with it. Metallica's therapist Phil Towle became an "easy target" following the release of Some Kind Of Monster but drummer Lars Ulrich actually credits him with keeping the band together. When you first started working with Metallica, you said the results wouldnt be seen until the next album. You dont need to be destroying yourself with drugs and alcohol or debauching to be a great talent. James Hetfield had issues with alcoholism throughout most of his career in Metallica. We'd been a band for 20 years, and we realized we never had a fucking conversation about how we're feeling, what being in METALLICA is doing to everybody. That contributed to ultimatelyJames[Hetfield,Metallicasinger/guitarist], months later, going into rehab. Too much energy was going into unnecessary tension. Well, I hadnt thought about it that way. Courtesy PhilTowle.com. Performance Coaching is a proactive psychological strategy that facilitates making your best better. All images are their respective owners. And when weve had enough of something, then its hard to go to somebody and say, Can we sit down and talk about this? No. Towle was supported by an interview with The Chicago Tribune in which Ulrich claimed that the therapist had done nothing wrong. Despite its ups and downs, Some Kind of Monster was released, and despite some setbacks, it turned a profit. So what else can you look at with Death Magnetic and say that process is still going? ', Asked if he thought the bassists decision was an attempt to shock his bandmates, Towle replied that he though Newsted wanted to leave the reality of what existed., "I don't think he wanted to leave the band. Anger was finally released on June 5, 2003, featuring a song about Hetfields rehab days, titled Frantic. Although Hetfield recovered from alcoholism back at that time, he once again entered rehab in 2019. As much was noted by US singer songwriter and Metallica fan Phoebe Bridgers, who asked Ulrich about it as part of an interview she conducted for Rolling Stone's Musicians On Musicians series. The documentary of the bands near-implosion was better reviewed than the resulting album. These guys play heavy metal music that reaches the core of human angst. I feel theyre strong in their message musically and lyrically. Phil E Towle Lives in Overland Park, KS. 2000 - Present23 years. But Ulrich was quick to dismiss any narrative casting Towle as a villain. According to Metallica therapist Phil Towle, Jason Newsted did not want to leave the band, but he did not want to quit at all. And then resurrection, if you will. But, you know, the thing to come out of that was Lars coming to James's support. I was with this one client every day for almost two and a half years. The comments reside on Facebook servers and are not stored on BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Courtesy PhilTowle.com. 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Where is this band psychologically compared to where they were when you met them? And I saw the love story between the two of them. I felt I'd had one understanding where I'd do it part time to resolve some issues. The Pitch: Whats your relationship with the band right now? 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