Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich has posted a brief tribute to legendary singer and actress Marianne Faithfull, who died earlier today at 78 years old. Faithfull provided guest vocals on Metallica's 1997 Reload track "The Memory Remains", which has become a staple of Metallica's live set over the years.
"Thank you, Marianne…
"For the good times
For your kindness
For the great stories
For your fearlessness
"…And the biggest Thank You and Fuck Yeah for your incredible and unique contribution to our music, and for always being so willing to join us in performing it… and partake in the ensuing shenanigans! Rest in Peace."
News of Faithfull's death was broken today by her spokesperson, who wrote: "It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of the singer, songwriter and actress Marianne Faithfull. Marianne passed away peacefully in London today, in the company of her loving family. She will be dearly missed."
