[Darth Vader]

They're definitely an interesting and unique band, and I love a lot of their covers. They're pretty amazing, but they're not a band I listen to on a regular basis unless I'm in a specific sort of mood.

Speaking of odd Metallica cover bands, has anyone here heard of van Canto? They're a heavy metal a cappella band (a band that uses their voices as instruments) that makes some Metallica covers as well as their own original music. People seem to either really like the band or really dislike the band and see them as a joke, but I personally think that they're pretty talented, and they definitely make some interesting covers. Here's their "Battery" cover and one of their original songs, "Lost Forever." I'd consider listening to "Lost Forever" first, though, because "Battery" is kinda crazy in a cappella form.

Also, their drummer is totally cheating.