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 Hammett was ranked 11th in Rolling Stones list - The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time. (via Wikipedia)
Occupation:
Musician, Songwriter
Name:
Kirk Hammett
Record Label:
Warner Bros., Elektra, Vertigo, Megaforce
Years Active:
1979 - present
Associated With:
Metallica, Exodus
Instrument Played:
Guitar
ESP KH-2 and KH-3 Signature models
Name At Birth:
Kirk Lee Hammett
Website:
Metallica Website
Birth Date:
Nov 18, 1962