Uploaded February 2022 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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A solo album by a Metallica member?! It has not happened before, at least without ramifications. Kirk Hammett is releasing his first solo EP in April 2022. Here's why Metallica may have allowed him that and what it could mean for the band's future.

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