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Anthrax Perform AC/DC's 'T.N.T.' Live With Metallica Guitarist Kirk Hammett

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 19:17:22 +0000

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 D onstage on Los Angeles. Now comes news that last night in San Francisco, Anthrax were joined by Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett for an explosive live performance of AC/DC's 'T.N.T.'

10 Awesome Kirk Hammett Guitar Solos

Chuck Armstrong — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 04:59:44 +0000

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 stellar guitar playing. He's behind some of the biggest face-melting tunes in history and he'

Metallica's Kirk Hammett Jams With Death Angel at 'Too Much Horror Business' Book Launch

Chad Childers — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 16:48:45 +0000

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 page-turner, he worked in some music for those in attendance as well. Hammett welcomed Death Angel as guest performers at the event and joined them for a set.

Metallica's Kirk Hammett Discusses New Book 'Too Much Horror Business,' Scary Movies + More

Chuck Armstrong — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 09:55:31 +0000

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 all of the goodies Hammett has been collecting since he was a child, laid out by decade beginning with the 1920s.

Metallica Credit Desire to Evolve for Longevity

Dave Kim — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 18:16:49 +0000

Thrash metal giants Metallica have been raising eyebrows with their recent collaboration with former Velvet Underground leader Lou Reed, affectionately referred to as Loutallica. The end result is the album Lulu that was released on November 1. The record has faced mixed reviews from fans and critics alike. However, guitarist Kirk Hammett says unusual musical endeavors like Loutallica is the reason the band has survived over the past three decades.

Metallica's Kirk Hammett accidentally kicks child onstage

Dave Kim — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:22:58 +0000

Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett proves that balloons and small children don’t mix. According to Rolling Stone, the rocker was kicking balloons around at a show last week when he accidentally hit a kid. Oops. Full story below: Metallica has had onstage mishaps involving pyrotechnics and falling stage props in the past, but you’d have to [...]