Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Names the Guitar Riff That ‘Shifted Heavy Metal’
Kirk Hammett said the riff in Black Sabbath's 'Symptom of the Universe' from their album 'Sabotage' shifted heavy metal.
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Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Names the Album ‘Everyone in the World Should Own’
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett named Van Halen's self-titled debut as an album that 'everyone in the world should own.'
The Metallica Song That Made Kirk Hammett Cry
Though known for their heaviness, there is one song in the Metallica catalog that has moved Kirk Hammett to tears.
What Kirk Hammett Thought of Nirvana’s ‘Nevermind’ Before It Came Out
Kurt Cobain couldn't believe his response.
Musicians Who Refuse To Eat Turkey On Thanksgiving
These rock and metal musicians have various reasons for not eating turkey on Thanksgiving.
Setlist + Video – Pantera’s Club Show Full of Even More Surprises
Pantera played a 1,550 capacity venue and welcomed Metallica's Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo onstage during "Walk."
The Band Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Says Are the Real ‘Architects’ of Metal
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett credits one band as being the true 'architects' of heavy metal. Spoiler: it's not Black Sabbath.
Exodus’ Gary Holt Says Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Taught Him How to Play Guitar
Exodus and Slayer guitarist Gary Holt recalled when Metallica's Kirk Hammett taught him how to play guitar with a Rolling Stones song.
Interview: Steve Vai + Joe Satriani Share Stories From Longtime Friendship
After releasing their new song, "The Sea of Emotion, Pt. 1,' Steve Vai and Joe Satriani discuss its personal meaning and how it ties into their long friendship.
Kirk Hammett Names the Best Guitar Solo of 2024 So Far
The guitarist earned high praise from Hammett, even though the Metallica guitarist initially guessed wrong on who played it.
Kirk Hammett Names the Surprising Guitarist Who Influenced Metallica’s ‘Kill ‘Em All’
In fact, his 'licks' appear 'throughout' Metallica's debut LP.