James Hetfield’s ex-wife recently reacted to their son Castor’s unusual social media post with his Bastardane bandmate. She addressed the content in a comment shared on Instagram.
Castor Hetfield shared a photo showing an awkward handshake with bandmate Luca Badan. Both pulled their hands from their pants’ crotch area in the image.
“The art of the deal…” Castor Hetfield wrote in the caption of his photo.
His mother Francesca responded directly to the post with her own concerns about the content.
“Ummmm, is awkward the right word for this?” James Hetfield’s ex-wife and Castor’s mother Francesca commented.
The post has drawn attention due to its unusual nature and the family dynamics involved with the Metallica frontman’s son.
This incident comes during an active period for Castor’s musical career with his stoner/groove metal band Bastardane.
Blabbermouth reported that Bastardane recently released the Joseph Duplantier-produced single “Taciturn & Morose” in March 2026. Castor serves as drummer and shares vocal duties with bassist Luca Badan in the band. The group has been gaining momentum in the metal scene.
The timing of the controversial post coincides with Bastardane’s continued musical output this year. Revolver Magazine noted that the band has been releasing new material following their 2024 album “Catatonic Symphony.” Recent tracks showcase their evolving sound.
Bastardane has been actively teasing new music throughout 2026. The band announced plans to release additional material soon. Chaoszine confirmed that the group has been building anticipation among fans for their upcoming releases. This has made Castor’s social media presence increasingly scrutinized.
The band’s growing profile has put additional spotlight on Castor Hetfield’s public persona. His family connections to Metallica’s frontman add another layer of interest to both his musical endeavors and personal social media activity. The recent Instagram post and his mother’s reaction highlight the challenges of maintaining a public image while pursuing an independent musical career in the shadow of a legendary parent.
