Metallica are considering following in the footsteps of Radiohead and Nine Inch Nails. The only problem is Lars isn't smart like Trent Reznor.

The band is set to release their ninth studio album later this year and Metallica admits they are not looking for a traditional album deal.

Lars states, "We're looking at how we can embrace everything. We want to be as free players as possible. We've been observing Radiohead and Trent Reznor and in 27 years or however long it takes for the next record, we'll be looking forward to everything in terms of possibilities with the internet."

Whether the album is sold online or in stores, I won't be giving a dime to Lars "Donkey" Ulrich. I will be looking for ways to steal this Metallica album.