Kirk Hammett lists eleven albums that “everyone” should own.
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett has compiled a list of eleven albums that every rock and metal fan should own…
Kirk Hammett has 767 guitar riffs for Metallica's next album.
Kirk Hammett revealed in an interview with Rolling Stone that he has 767 riff ideas stored for the new album…
Kirk Hammett of Metallica posts photo of Gabriel Medina on social media.
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett posted the iconic photo of athlete Gabriel Medina at the 2024 Olympics on his social media. Continue Reading →
Robert Trujillo and Kirk Hammett of Metallica talk about the beginning of their careers.
Kirk and Robert spoke with master distiller Rob Dietrich, responsible for Metallica's whiskey, about the beginning of their…
Metallica: Kirk Hammett reveals he improvised solos on '72 Seasons'
Guitarist Kirk Hammett revealed that he improvised around 30 solos for '72 Seasons', Metallica's new album. Learn more…
Kirk Hammett recreates the guitar used on Metallica's first five albums.
In partnership with Gibson, Kirk Hammett recreated the 1979 Flying V guitar, used on Metallica's first five albums. Check it out here! Continue Reading →
Kirk Hammett responds to internet users who voted "Lux Æterna" as his "worst solo".
Kirk Hammett has been the target of criticism and jokes on the internet because of his guitar solo in "Lux…
Kirk Hammett chooses 'Master of Puppets' as Metallica's best album.
Released in 1986, 'Master of Puppets' was voted Metallica's best album by guitarist Kirk Hammett. Learn more here!
Kirk Hammett admits to hating playing the "Master of Puppets" solo at concerts.
Kirk Hammett revealed that he doesn't enjoy playing the guitar solo from Metallica's "Master of Puppets" live. Find out more here! Continue Reading →
Kirk Hammett launches a $20,000 Gibson guitar; meet the Greeny.
Kirk Hammett and Gibson have joined forces to recreate, for $20,000, the 1959 model of the classic Greeny guitar…
Kirk Hammett says Metallica tried to warn about what would happen after Napster.
Kirk Hammett of Metallica said during an interview that the group tried to warn about what would happen to the industry after…
Metallica: Kirk Hammett "distracted" messes up the intro to "Nothing Else Matters" at show.
Kirk Hammett messed up "Nothing Else Matters" during a show, but handled the situation with humor and pretended to faint on stage. Continue Reading →
Metallica: Producer is "up to his neck" with band material, says Kirk Hammett.
Greg Fidelman, Metallica's producer, is very busy with material from the band, Kirk Hammett said. Could it be a new album?
Kirk Hammett releases 'Portals', his first solo EP; listen now.
The Metallica guitarist's solo instrumental project was inspired by horror films and features four "cinematic" tracks.
Kirk Hammett says he's not "100% himself" on Metallica's guitar solos and cites suggestions from Lars Ulrich.
Kirk Hammett, guitarist for Metallica, explained how the creative process for his first solo EP was different and without "limitations." Continue Reading →
Joe Satriani talks about being Kirk Hammett's teacher: "He was a great student."
In a recent interview, Joe Satriani described what Kirk Hammett was like when he was taking guitar lessons from the musician.
Gary Holt on his friendship with Kirk Hammett: "We learned a lot of guitar while high on LSD."
In a recent interview, Gary Holt reminisced about his youth and friendship with Kirk Hammett, sharing some stories from…
Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo of Metallica celebrate Halloween with a cover of "Frankenstein".
Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo joined forces for a Halloween celebration, performing a cover of Edgar Winter's "Frankenstein." Continue Reading →
Kirk Hammett of Metallica talks about the band's relationship with long-time fans.
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett spoke to Kerrang! about the reaction of older fans to the new…
Kirk Hammett on Kurt Cobain: "I was surprised by how big a fan he was of Metallica"
Kirk Hammett recalled the time he spoke with Kurt Cobain after the Nirvana frontman went to see a show…
Kirk Hammett on Metallica's plans for the 'Black Album': "We wanted a 'Back In Black'"
In a recent interview, Kirk Hammett spoke about Metallica's plans when they conceived their fifth studio album. Continue Reading →
Kirk Hammett: "I hope the new Metallica album will break down the division that exists in the world today."
"Metallica has always wanted to unite people through music," Kirk Hammett commented in an interview about the new album.
Alex Lifeson reveals he's working on music with Kirk Hammett and Tom Morello.
Alex Lifeson revealed that he participated in a virtual session with Tom Morello and Kirk Hammett where the three worked on…
Metallica: Kirk Hammett's guitar used in the "One" music video goes up for auction.
Kirk Hammett's guitar, from Metallica, used in the iconic "One" music video, is up for auction until the end of the week. Continue Reading →
Kirk Hammett is "killing it" on Carlos Santana's new album.
Kirk Hammett of Metallica is confirmed to appear on Carlos Santana's new album, which is also expected to include other guest appearances.
Metallica: Kirk Hammett reminisces about 'The Black Album' and what he thought of the record when he first heard it; watch here
In the latest episode of GibsonTV's 'Icons' series, the guitarist reminisces about the brilliant Bob Rock and the shock of…
Kirk Hammett reveals that his new instrumental horror music is the best thing he's ever done.
In an interview with the band's fan club magazine, So What!, the musician talks about new productions alongside Edwin Outwater, composer of S&M2. Continue Reading →
Metallica will play the US national anthem at the NBA Finals.
Metallica will perform a version of the US national anthem tonight before the NBA Finals between…
Kirk Hammett falls during concert after slipping on the wah-wah pedal.
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett fell during a show after slipping on the famous wah-wah pedal. Watch the video…
Metallica: Kirk Hammett has "a ton of material" for new album.
Kirk Hammett, guitarist for Metallica, said in an interview that he's ready to return to the studio and has a ton of new material. Continue Reading →