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Kirk Hammett Officially Announced as Metallica’s Lead Guitarist After Successful Completion of 42-Year Probationary Period

Steve Packosky • February 23, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO — Legendary thrash metal band Metallica announced that Kirk Hammett is to be the new lead guitarist after…

Les Claypool Sends Follow-up Email to Metallica Regarding 1986 Bass Audition

Steve Packosky • September 10, 2024

EL SOBRANTE, Calif. — Prolific bassist and Primus frontman Les Claypool sent a follow-up email to metal band Metallica regarding…

Review: Metallica “…And Justice for All”

Tim Graham • January 22, 2023

It’s Sunday, and that means it’s time to cast our critical eye on another classic album. This week, we’re looking…