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Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Discusses His Love Of Horror In New Episode Of “Metal And Monsters”

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Metallica’s Kirk Hammett is featured in the new episode of Gibson TV’s “Metal And Monsters.” The video finds the guitarist discussing his love of horror. Here’s a description of the episode:

“In our first-ever Halloween Special, our host, Count D [aka Rob Zombie bassist Matt “Piggy D.” Montgomery], sits down with Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett to discuss monsters, metal, and horror memorabilia. Featuring photos from the films that helped shape his love of horror, Kirk and Count D share talk about their love of films, including “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre,” “The Exorcist,” and “Nosferatu.” Kirk was also kind enough to sign a bundle of Metallica goodies for one lucky fan to take home! Don’t miss out.”

Watch Journey Perform “Wheel In The Sky” And Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” With Kirk Hammett In Honolulu, Hawaii

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During their October 6 show in Honolulu, Hawaii, Journey were joined onstage by Kirk Hammett for a performance of “Wheel In The Sky” and a cover of Metallica’s “Enter Sandman.” You can see fan-filmed footage of that below:

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Shares Part Four Of His Horror Story “I Have To Get Rid Of This Guitar I Found”

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Metallica’s Kirk Hammett has released part four of his new horror story “I Have To Get Rid Of This Guitar I Found.” You can check that out on Reddit. The score for the story is also available on the guitarist’s TikTok account.

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Shares Part Three Of His Horror Story “I Have To Get Rid Of This Guitar I Found”

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Metallica’s Kirk Hammett has released part three of his new horror story “I Have To Get Rid Of This Guitar I Found.” You can check that out on Reddit. The score for the story is also available on the guitarist’s TikTok account.

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Shares Part Two Of His Horror Story “I Have To Get Rid Of This Guitar I Found”

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Metallica’s Kirk Hammett has released part two of his new horror story “I Have To Get Rid Of This Guitar I Found.” You can check that out on Reddit. The score for the story is also available on the guitarist’s TikTok account.

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Scores New Horror Story “I Have To Get Rid Of This Guitar I Found”

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Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett has composed the score for a new online horror story called “I Have To Get Rid Of This Guitar I Found.” Part one of the tale can be found on Reddit. The audio component is also available on TikTok.

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Writes Afterword For New Book “Shudder’s Creepshow: From Script To Scream”

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Metallica’s Kirk Hammett has written the afterword for the new “Creepshow” book “Shudder’s Creepshow: From Script To Scream”. The effort, which also includes a foreword by Stephen King, will be released on October 25.

Here’s a description of the book:

“‘Shudder’s Creepshow: From Script to Scream,’ produced by AMC Networks Publishing and ‘Creepshow’ showrunner and executive producer Greg Nicotero (‘The Walking Dead’), is a coffee-table book which brings fans behind-the-scenes of the acclaimed ‘Creepshow’ series with deep dives into its riveting origins, gripping development, provocative production, sinister special effects, and much more. Features a foreword by legendary storyteller Stephen King and an afterword by horror aficionado Kirk Hammett, Metallica’s lead guitarist. Based on the hit anthology series from Nicotero, Cartel Entertainment, Striker Entertainment, and in partnership with Titan Books, the book is written by Dennis L. Prince, designed by John J. Hill, and co-produced by Julia Hobgood. The series has been heralded as ‘an irresistibly macabre package,’ (Slant Magazine) and ‘an undeniable love letter to all generations of horror fans,’ (CBR), and over three seasons, has been one of the most watched programs on Shudder.”

Greg Nicotero commented:

“I grew up wearing down my fingertips paging through books on the making of my favorite movies. I was ravenous to learn the behind-the-scenes secrets. So, I’m excited to be able to present a glimpse behind the making of this epic show!”

Mike Zagari, head of AMC Networks Publishing, added:

“This jam-packed, behind-the-scenes ‘Creepshow’ book is perfect for fans of the show, as well as anyone passionate about horror entertainment and aspiring filmmakers and FX artists. The collaboration between Greg Nicotero, the ‘Creepshow’ series cast and crew, which are overseen by Monster Agency Productions, Stephen King, Kirk Hammett, the George A. Romero Foundation and many other talented individuals, exceeded all expectations!”

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Premieres “High Plains Drifter” Video

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Kirk Hammett (Metallica) has premiered a new video for his song “High Plains Drifter.” This track is from his new solo EP “Portals,” which will be released on April 23.

Hammett previously said the following about the song, which was named after a 1973 Clint Eastwood film:

“[It] was not meant to be specifically music for that film, but it was once it was written, I immediately thought it conveyed the same sentiment as the film, so the piece was christened accordingly.”

He also added:

“The music for ‘High Plains Drifter‘ initially came from a flamenco piece I had written. It was a two-and-a-half-minute piece, and I really liked it, but it was one of those riffs that would be hard to integrate into Metallica. I knew I wanted to do something with it, even though it came out spontaneously. I had been sitting outside messing around with a flamenco acoustic guitar I’d just bought, and it flowed out in the moment. I was determined it would have a life. It would have its moment.”

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett To Host “The Original Monster Kids” Panel At “Midsummer Scream”

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Metallica’s Kirk Hammett has revealed that he will be hosting “The Original Monster Kids” panel during the “Midsummer Scream” event at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, CA. The presentation will be held in the main stage ballroom on July 30 at 4:30 p.m. The panel will feature Sara Karloff, the daughter of Boris Karloff, Ron Chaney, the grandson and great-grandson of Lon Chaney Jr. and Sr., Lynne Lugosi Sparks, the granddaughter of Bela Lugosi, and Victoria Price, the daughter of Vincent Price. An executive producer for “Midsummer Scream” commented:

“We couldn’t be more excited about bringing this panel to the community. Through the years, we have hosted some pretty spectacular moments on our stage. Having these kids and grandkids of such important horror and pop-culture icons is not only a thrill, but also important and a very special look into the private lives of Hollywood royalty.”

[via Blabbermouth]

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Premieres New Song “High Plains Drifter”

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Kirk Hammett (Metallica) has premiered a new song titled “High Plains Drifter.” This track is from his new solo EP “Portals,” which will be released on April 23.

Hammett said the following about the song, which was named after a 1973 Clint Eastwood film:

“[It] was not meant to be specifically music for that film, but it was once it was written, I immediately thought it conveyed the same sentiment as the film, so the piece was christened accordingly.”

He also added:

“The music for ‘High Plains Drifter‘ initially came from a flamenco piece I had written. It was a two-and-a-half-minute piece, and I really liked it, but it was one of those riffs that would be hard to integrate into Metallica. I knew I wanted to do something with it, even though it came out spontaneously. I had been sitting outside messing around with a flamenco acoustic guitar I’d just bought, and it flowed out in the moment. I was determined it would have a life. It would have its moment.”