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Kirk Hammett

Born 18 November 1962.

Biography

Kirk Lee Hammett (born November 18, 1962) is the lead guitarist and a songwriter in the band Metallica and has been a member of the band since 1983. Before joining Metallica he formed and named the band Exodus. In 2003 Kirk Hammett was ranked 11th in Rolling Stone's list - The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.

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Role Artist Release
Vocal Metallica Death Magnetic (2008)
Instrument Metallica 1986-09-21: Hammersmith Odeon, London, UK (2007)
Instrument Metallica St. Anger (2003)
Instrument Metallica Reload (1997)
Instrument Metallica Garage Days Re-Revisited (1987)
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