Lou Reed Moved Metallica's James Hetfield + Kirk Hammett to Tears
Much of the fan feedback on the single 'The View' by the Metallica and Lou Reed project has not been overwhelmingly positive. The jagged song, which lives on the 'Lulu' album due out on Nov. 1,...
View ArticleKirk Hammett Joins Exodus on Stage at Paul Baloff Anniversary Show
Exodus singer Paul Baloff died of an unexpected stroke 10 years ago at the tender age of 41, passing away on Feb. 2, 2002. The thrash legends decided to honor Baloff with a special anniversary show on...
View ArticleMetallica's Kirk Hammett Says He's Written 400 Riffs for New Album
Metallica won’t be hurting for any lack of material when they do finally decide to sit down and record a new album. Kirk Hammett tells Guitar World that he’s been piling up the guitar riffs in...
View ArticleMetallica's Kirk Hammett Details His Favorite Zombie Films
Are you ready for the zombie apocalypse? There are many people who feel the time may be coming, and you can count Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett among them. The axe slinger tells Revolver, “You know...
View ArticleMetallica's Kirk Hammett Releasing First Book 'Too Much Horror Business'
As lead guitarist for Metallica, there's not too many obstacles that Kirk Hammett has left to conquer. Perhaps that's why the 49-year old will soon take on a different challenge -- conquering the...
View ArticleKirk Hammett Details Evolution of Metallica + Upcoming Book 'Too Much Horror...
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett is soon to release the book 'Too Much Horror Business -- The Kirk Hammett Collection,' which will feature the shredder's insane collection of all things horror. The...
View ArticleMetallica's Kirk Hammett Reveals 'Too Much Horror Business' Book Signing...
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett is looking to scare up some extra business for his new book, 'Too Much Horror Business,' and will hit the road for a series of book signings next month.
View ArticleKirk Hammett Talks Upcoming Metallica Album, Recalls Encounters With Kurt Cobain
Metallica are busy with their 3D film right now, but guitarist Kirk Hammett says work on their follow-up to ‘Death Magnetic’ will ‘happen soon.’ The guitarist tells Rolling Stone, “Right now, we’re...
View ArticleKirk Hammett Excited for Metallica's Headlining Set at Voodoo Music Festival
On the heels of learning that Metallica will be taking over Green Day's headlining gig at the 2012 Voodoo Music + Arts Experience in New Orleans, Loudwire had the chance to catch up with 'Tallica...
View ArticleMetallica's Kirk Hammett Discusses New Book 'Too Much Horror Business,' Scary...
On Sept. 25, iconic Metallica axeman Kirk Hammett released his first book, 'Too Much Horror Business,' which chronicles his massive horror movie memorabilia collection. In it, fans get a sneak peek at...
View ArticleKirk Hammett Dishes on Next Metallica Album, 3D Film and 2013 Orion Music...
Kirk Hammett, lead shredder for Metallica, is a busy man. From writing and releasing his first book that chronicles his massive collection of horror movie memorabilia to filming a 3D movie with his...
View ArticleMetallica's Kirk Hammett Jams With Death Angel at 'Too Much Horror Business'...
Metallica's Kirk Hammett is making the rounds showing off his 'Too Much Horror Business - The Kirk Hammett Collection' book of horror memorabilia, but during a stop in San Francisco to promote his...
View Article10 Awesome Kirk Hammett Guitar Solos
Metallica have created some of the most critically acclaimed music in the world of rock and metal over the course of three decades. And one of the foundations of their music has been Kirk Hammett's...
View ArticleMetallica's Kirk Hammett + James Hetfield Hang With Vans Pros Nathan Fletcher...
As part of the cross-promotion for the new Metallica-created shoe line with Vans, each of the band’s members have been meeting with some of Vans-backed sports athletes for new video features. Robert...
View ArticleAnthrax Perform AC/DC's 'T.N.T.' Live With Metallica Guitarist Kirk Hammett
Legendary thrashers Anthrax have been busting out some mind-blowing surprises lately. On Wednesday night (March 27), Anthrax brought both legendary guitarist Slash and iconic Public Enemy rapper Chuck...
View ArticleKirk Hammett on Metallica's Forthcoming Album: 'It's a Pretty Slow Process'
There's no question that Metallica have their plate full, but guitarist Kirk Hammett says the band still hopes to have their next album out by 2014 -- yet he won't make any guarantees. In a new...
View ArticleMetallica Offer Preview of 'Kirk's Crypt' Exhibit at Upcoming 2013 Orion...
Metallica's second Orion Music + More Festival is creeping up on us as summer draws near. To get fans pumped for the diverse fest, Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett has revealed a mass of details about...
View ArticleExclusive: Metallica Guitarist Kirk Hammett Discusses 30th Anniversary of...
On July 25, 1983, Metallica released their debut studio album, 'Kill 'Em All.' Initially, 'Kill 'Em All' was not commercially successful, but 30 years later it is regarded as one of the best thrash...
View Article'Dimebag' Darrell Abbott vs. Zakk Wylde – Greatest Metal Guitarist,...
Pantera's 'Dimebag' Darrell Abbott was paired with Korn's Brian 'Head' Welch in Round 2 after both guitarists scored victories in our competition's first round. During this pairing, however, even Head...
View ArticleKirk Hammett vs. John Petrucci – Greatest Metal Guitarist, Quarterfinals
Kirk Hammett took on Yngwie Malmsteen in a close match in Round 2, but when the polls closed, Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett was the last man standing. Hammett also defeated former Exodus band mate...
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