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Kirk Lee Hammett (born November 18, 1962) is an American musician who has been the lead guitarist of heavy metal band Metallica since 1983. Prior to joining Metallica, he co-formed the thrash metal band Exodus in 1979.
May 1, 2023 · It is something to behold – a pleasure, actually – the positive energy flowing from an optimistic Kirk Hammett. It’s wholly infectious, as you’ll read (and later see via Brett Murray’s video work) for yourselves…
Sep 20, 2022 · Kirk Hammett is a guitar hero. It’s as simple as that. The Metallica legend owns a sound and style that’s been widening the horizons and flooring the jaws of impressionable youths for 35 years. His passion and personality, flamboyance and finesse, melodic nous and attacking zeal have motivated countless youngsters to pick up a six-string.
- Chris Chantler
Learn about the life and career of Kirk Hammett, the lead guitarist of Metallica. Find out his birth date, height, family, nicknames, trademarks, trivia, quotes, and more on IMDb.
- November 18, 1962
Aug 17, 2023 · In this episode, Kirk Hammett reflects on his career, gear, influences, and the endless popularity of Metallica.
- 104 min
- 2.4M
- Rick Beato
Dec 22, 2020 · Kirk Hammett reflects on his career, talks everything Metallica, his favorite guitars and finding his perfect Flying V, transforming his sound forever. ...more.
- 80 min
- 3.4M
- Gibson TV
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Feb 8, 2022 · Metallica's lead guitarist Kirk Hammett releases his first solo project, a four-song instrumental EP called Portals, on April 23. Inspired by soundtracks, horror movies, and classical music, Portals features collaborations with Edwin Outwater, Jon Theodore, and more.