Kirk Hammett

Guitarist took on the task of finding stand-in drummers when Lars Ulrich fell ill ahead of Download show in 2004.

Metallica guitarist explains why he doesn't often discuss his fascination for AC/DC counterpart.

Kirk defends another signature aspect of his playing style.

"Yeah, my f---ing friends down the street could probably play a better solo than 'Lux Æterna' – but what's the point?" guitarist asks.

They'll be there almost all week!

Guitarist tries to avoid getting into the same bind with newer tracks.

Future rock star found refuge from his traumatic upbringing in comics and music.

Four-song instrumental set is out on Record Store Day.

The idea that a Metallica album could sell 10 million copies once seemed so preposterous, Kirk Hammett bet his Porsche against it.

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