Kirk Hammett

“We're not like a nostalgia act, we're not like a greatest hits act.”

“I think it's important for a band to create a sound that is entirely their own.”

“A life lived appropriately is a life lived aggressively.”

“My solos are my personal expression, my signature.”

“The same notes can sound different in different hands.”

“I'm not a fucking pop star. I'm a musician. That's a different thing.”

“Horror movies are my comfort food. They're a place I can go and be safe.”

“When you're a musician, you're a musician for life.”

“The wah-wah pedal is a tool that allows you to express your emotions through the guitar.”

“I've always been drawn to the darker side of things.”

“Practice is the key to becoming a better musician.”

“Fear is a great motivator.”

“Surfing and music are two things that complement each other very well.”

“Heavy metal is a lifestyle. It's not just music.”

“My guitars are my umbilical cord. They're directly wired into my head.”

“To me, the guitar is a tool for problem-solving.”

“Metallica is a very democratic band, and we make decisions as a group.”