Metallica's Kirk Hammett on his lifelong obsession with classic horror

It would make sense that one of metal's most fearsome guitarists is also a fan of things that inspire fear. Kirk Hammett, best known as the lead guitarist of Metallica, has been obsessed with horror movie memorabilia since childhood. He owns one of the biggest collections in the world and it's on display now at the Royal Ontario Museum. cbc.ca/1.5223492
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[@maxshultz667]

Kirk always seems so proud of anything he does that’s why he such a great man

[@tickedoffnow]

He's so unbelievably cute and such a great person

[@naughtymaster7994]

Whoever met him at meet and greet said he is humble and nice to talk to

[@guitarofdestiny]

Great interviewer. He knows when to just let his guest speak without interrupting. Awesome.

[@troyrblb44]

Kirk looks like a young guy with an old guy’s hair.

[@Danimal77]

Nah, his face has aged a lot too.

[@thequintessential5503]

His skin is flawless

[@mattbermo1958]

Keshav Dorai that's not from age lol

[@tomclancy3809]

@@thequintessential5503 Man makeup really. Just look up some video with girl before and after makeup. Once you know the difference you watch then closely and you will find out that every dude who is on TV or something more than a home movie wears makeup. Definitely if he is often exposed to cameras.

[@thequintessential5503]

Tom Clancy does he wear makeup? I know James does to cover his acne spots

[@H.E.M.]

Kirk still sounds like a teen. I wish he can give me lessons.

[@Jamie.Laszlo]

All you have to do is not lose your passion for the things you loved as a teenager.

[@leoeriksson1859]

Lessons to do what???

[@ramon2008]

@@leoeriksson1859 play the potato

[@classicrockcollector1279]

H. E. M. He sure as heck doesn’t look like that

[@corvusala]

OMG he sounds like this wide eyed kid!

[@blitzed3425]

The respect and admiration I have for Kirk and Metallica is beyond measurable

[@blitzed3425]

@Sean Brennan Why can I not admire and respect them

[@reign80]

I respect you to little Jorge. The picture looks like a Jorge.

[@chrisbauman2562]

Idk why they're bands trash

[@mndrummer9519]

Kirk is.....such a down to earth person. Legend!🤘

[@fredg.tunglut8819]

I agree

[@hariscloset7793]

Just realize Kirk doesnt get interviewed that much

[@TIGERGUTS]

He unfortunately doesn't talk smoothly. He's very intelligent thou but he trips his words a lot.

[@naughtymaster7994]

Let his guitar do it

[@D3Fanatic]

@@TIGERGUTS I think he has a stutter. Nice guy though, seems like he's the one in the band who's just tickled to be anywhere.

[@profileone5655]

Or at least I rarely watch his interviews , I’ll usually watch hetfeild or Lars

[@erolf_]

I just love how genuine he is, as a musician and as a human being

[@actuallyitskevin]

I have such respect for Kirk. I love listening to him speak about that which he’s so passionate.

[@The_Texorcist]

Kirk Hammett is just so damn cool. He is not only one of the best metal guitar players ever (in my opinion), a huge horror nerd (mad respect for that), but also in interviews and behind the scenes stuff he seems so soft spoken and humble (more down to earth than other larger than life metal gods).

[@jayyoutube8790]

If he would dye his hair black, he would look the same as his younger days..

[@jayyoutube8790]

ognilouD driB lmao...

[@scorpichella]

Facts lol. But I kinda think it’s neat he doesn’t and his comfortable with it natural.

[@CutiePie232]

I feel like at the very end when he was talking about the poster he couldn't get, he was about to tear up.. He's such a genuine sweet man.

[@KawaiiJimmyMcGill]

So happy to see more Kirk interviews!! I’ve been wanting to see more Kirk interviews! ❤️

[@H.E.M.]

IKR. James and Lars always holding him back.

[@thequintessential5503]

Yes. I actually enjoy hearing him talk because he seems a little more down to earth and relatable.

[@reemclaughlin4260]

@@thequintessential5503 Totally agree. Kirk's always been my favorite, hottest in my opinion too.

[@maxdembo5242]

Kirk seems like such a sweet guy. A kid at heart.

[@peoplevsradio317]

I like watching Kirk's eyes light up with every single poster... It seems as though each one makes him happy.

[@solrify]

Kirk is an inspirational man to many in lots of different ways. The moment I saw this video was uploaded I got such a feeling of joy. I knew I was in for a treat and boy was I. I watched this 17 minute video when it felt like 2 minutes!

[@christopherbell4543]

It's inspiring to see that no matter how successful someone is they still love what they love, you either like this stuff or you don't and it feels great to know the guitarist from one of the most popular bands of all time is a fan just like me.

[@MrParkerman6]

Not true! People like me are wishy washy as hell and waver back and forth!!!!

[@brivington2011]

Thank you for sharing this. Kirk is a true artist in many forms.

[@nk1974]

So glad the nuns didn’t physically and/or mentally abuse Kirk for reading that magazine. Also good for his mom for not punishing him. Kirk is such a nice guy. He’s prob the nicest guy in metal.

[@banditklaze3793]

Kirk walks into an interview and sees a guitar: OOH GIMME

[@scardelaro]

It's impossible not to fall in love with this man, what a gift to the world Kirky babyyyy ❤

[@_gorezone_]

I'm really surprised they didn't mention Misfits or specifically Danzig when talking about other musicians who love classic horror.

[@Nghilifa]

Or Slash (have you seen his instagram?) !

[@_gorezone_]

@@Nghilifa I haven't, but I'll check it out!

[@iamDavid44mag]

I was going to comment the same. Glen Danzig and Rob Zombie are super well known for their love of horror.

[@metaldams78]

Steve “Zetro” Souza from Exodus is another big horror guy. Check out his KZbin channel.

[@jacobchiasson9361]

Just by the way he talks about it you can truly tell how much he loves this stuff

[@susanconstable2113]

As a huge Metallica fan and a huge horror movie fan I just love this guy! I could listen to Kirk talk about movies all day long. I have a vague recollection of watching day of the triffids with my dad when I was very little! Like Kirk I grew up watching those old movies too. Love it!

[@F.uckyou69_7]

Kirk is such a genuine person... I really love him❤️

[@usernamenotincluded]

Great talk from both the interviewer and interviewee 🤘such a genuine conversation

[@silverage682]

Saw the Hammett collection at the ROM yesterday. The most spectacular collection I've ever seen. Great interview.

[@cibriosis]

The way he speaks..his passion he is a true human being...bless his soul

[@bobbyberetta4206]

Loved this interview, much respect Kirk!

[@rabe7217]

This interviewer knew just how to get Kirk in his comfort zone which, Relaxed him so he could speak about his passion.

[@tickedoffnow]

Kirk's like me when it comes to horror, I also hate over the top violence

[@tickedoffnow]

My favorite Guitarist ever 💕

[@tickedoffnow]

I'm a Christian and I Love a good horror story, and the bible is actually full of terrifying stories

[@kingofthecuntsfromcuntasia3286]

The bible is the ultimate horror story of all time

[@ethanaguirre4146]

I'm a christian too and I love classic horror. Glad to see another Christian who feels the same about horror

[@JamesGilbert_]

I see you everywhere.

[@Princess.Kenny_]

Same but im Catholic

[@kateyjx]

Same

[@xendava9360]

This man interviewing Kirk is actually a very good. Doing a good interview is a very real skill and this guy is quite good. He let's the guest do most of the talking and let's that person reveal himself. But does in fact steer the interview in such a way that the guest feels comfortable. You can tell Kirk is very comfortable and is enjoying this conversation. Credit to to interviewer.

[@Roryslov3r]

I got so excited when Kirk brought up Edgar Allen Poe 😭

[@valrocious]

Just love watching him talk!!

[@voodooluck]

Honestly I can listen to Kirk speak about horror for hours!

[@JPMongeS]

The interview with Lars was great, now this!. Hope you get James and Rob as well in the near future. Great job!.

[@K8Nicole]

Kirk seems like a nice, very down to earth person to me.

[@leos1039]

such and down to earth amazing dude.. question. does anyone know of any sites that sell original props from horror movies??

[@Maxbev14]

Such a down to earth guy.

[@Danimal77]

Kirk's worth $200 million, so he can collect whatever he wants. Lucky guy!

[@markusantonio4866]

Alot of people were mad that he paid $20 million dollars for Peter Greens Les Paul. They said he didn't deserve it. One of the most successful bands, and says you don't have the right to it.

[@beals6631]

2 million

[@icekng456]

yeah thanks to lars and james

[@muhammadirsyazman8389]

Markus Antonio not $20 million🤦🏻‍♂️ that’s too much for a guitar

[@Syklonus]

@@markusantonio4866 There are some people in this world who think that no one is deserving of anything. Very bitter, very sad individuals that cannot stand to see others happy.

[@LuisHernandez-hw7dj]

If I could hang with one musician in Rock for a day, it would definitely be Kirk Hammett. Along with being a guitarist I have an obsession with the Classic Horror movies & have a toy collection. Of course my collection doesn't compare anything like Kirk's. In the mid 80s there was in magazine called Metal Edge (best magazine for rock & metal back in the day) & there's a pic of Kirk sitting on the floor with all these rare comics & vintage toys. If you haven't already, you should pick up Kirk's book, Too Much Horror Business. A MUST have if you love classic Horror films.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

I found this to be 10 times more interesting than the q interview with Lars. Kirk is obviously passionate and studied with regard to his hobby.

[@ayukasihta]

sweetest human ever, he’s looks like a babygirl

[@0sumgamezzz435]

The interviewer has not picked up a bible in a long time apparently, when he said the Bible stories are all sunny and happy. I am paraphrasing.

[@metaldams78]

LOL. Yeah, I thought the same thing as you.

[@bryanlettow4389]

I'm not even religious but I know cain and abel

[@careym3901]

He should do an episode with the Ghost Adventures guy's,go on a lock down!

[@Danimal77]

14:41 - The interviewer left out Glenn Danzig, who also loves horror movies (classic monster movies) and comics.

[@ZeryArtzTM]

I love glenn danzig

[@metaldams78]

I’m a serious Metallica fan and by pure coincidence, a huge horror fan, especially the 30’s and 40’s. When he’s talking MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUE, I know exactly what he means, and it ain’t a Maiden song he’s referring to. Awesome movie. Kirk and I would get along.

[@jimmygillard]

Started watching this as I love classic horror. Then I see he's playing my guitar of choice, modern player tele in charcoal black with pine body.

[@bigpapi2658]

Back in the early 70’s my dad bought an 8mm projector/no sound. It came with 5 black and white movies. A western, a Charlie Chaplin, vampire, mummy, and werewolf. I loved the horror movies.

[@802reptiles4]

I wish I got to interview him. Awesome.

[@jackthomas1868]

Living up here east of Toronto Ontario Canada in close proximity to the ROM we have had the pleasure of seeing a d hearing so much more from Kirk and it's quite an eye opener tbh! He's a metal God master guitar player and he has just ordinary people interests and view points,only has insane resources to take it to the next level!and this makes that likeable character of the band even more likeable! Love this guy! Enjoying the access to his cool pastime!

[@deathintheair8453]

Finally a new interview they havent done many interviews lately

[@Lukas-L-T-D]

A great guitarist and a great human!

[@tickedoffnow]

Buffy the vampire slayer was my introduction to the horror genre, I was about maybe 9 or 10 at the time when I became obsessed with the show and the horror genre in general

[@jackfahy2283]

Gotta admire his passion for horror films

[@reemclaughlin4260]

Excellent real horror films: Carnival of Souls (60's) The Creeping Flesh, Hammer Film The Haunting, original The Legend of Hell House, Roddy McDowell Kirk's my favorite. ✌🏼

[@ajarensharma7967]

Cool I have the same exact guitar Kirk is doodling on here, it's the Fender modern player tele and it's a great guitar.

[@mitchlatour1932]

I've been thinking about purchasing a tele for my next electric, but I love les pauls so much that I think I might just buy another lol

[@danielcastillo4537]

Wasn't Cliff Burton into Horror Novels? Do you think Kirk and him fed off each others love for that genre thus influencing their 1st three albums?

[@hmpz36911]

Cliff was very into H.P. Lovecraft, and also wore a Dawn Of The Dead shirt

[@rickwatford4573]

Glad he shaved off his Joe Dirt mustache. Kirk is a guitar god and Metallica are the best band ever.

[@bobs.stevenson9704]

shut up

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Pretty sure a "god" can wear any kind of moustache they want.

[@sydIRISH]

Kirk definitely aged the best of all the Metallica guys.

[@tickedoffnow]

I bet Kirk enjoyed Shazam 2019

[@michaelbee2767]

Kirk is just a guy you’d wanna hang out and talk with. Never seen an interview where he didn’t seem good natured

[@fredriksvard2603]

Triffids scared me too. And poltergeist, and this british alien invasion series i can't recall the name of.

[@murrayc9615]

Kirk really has his sheets together

[@barbaradykes5868]

Kirk's taste is awesome

[@vz8314]

Definitely the most amazing guitarist and dude

[@kaelbrown6053]

Kirk and Robert are the only members of metallica I respect on a personal level.

[@crystalskullsucked]

Lol abrupt ending!!😂😂😂😂😂

[@berealloudandshiz6635]

I jus wanna say that his little stutter is so cute 🥰 and why did the video end like that ☠️ it was so damn sudden

[@dbdaylightsgames5747]

I legit have no idea why I never have noticed his stutter I'm sure int in what he has to say lol

[@Uziisdoors]

My favorite guitarist

[@mick_c_horror_and_pop_culture]

Great musician. Great taste in film. Horror does rule.⚰🧟‍♂️💀

[@chrisretro81]

Wanted the Wah pedal collection

[@eboniewilliams8208]

Aaliyah liked Horror too. It’s not just metal groups. I wonder if Kirk met her or knew of her. They would’ve gotten along.

[@didi_abdillah]

OMG!!! Kirik with a Telecaster

[@EliphasDesni]

Kirk, you should chech polish film posters. They are gorgeous!

[@gameboi20]

Krit von Hamite the king of horror films and wha peddles 🤘🏽🤘🏿

[@winburna2075]

3:10 Horror is the opposite of the Bible stories, because they are positive and sunny?! Dude, I'm a Christian, but the Bible, if read by first timers they view it as a horror book!

[@jhr110]

Right?! The last three chapters of Judges are terrible! lol

[@thequintessential5503]

Yes especially where God had to hide Moses body from Satan so he couldn’t possess his dead corpse in getting people to think Moses was alive to worship him without realizing they were worshiping Satan 🤢

[@_.lizziejohnson]

fr i’m not even christian and not all the bible stories are all fun and games dude 💀💀

[@Alien_nation]

Amazing

[@cryptaronincheese]

I wonder if Kirk would like Dead Meat, especially the podcast that often talks about horror history

[@Syklonus]

Lars and James hog all the limelight in Metallica, so it's nice to see Kirk getting some of it. Just goes to show, I never knew he was even into horror films. Probably becasue he doesn't get interviewed much.

[@Crimsonphilosophy]

On the next Arrested Development...very anxious guy

[@bobeyejoe7050]

How many times did you think he was about to cry?

[@Roryslov3r]

I love him so much he’s so cute

[@lelandbobpalmer]

14:39 "I was reading that the only two other people in the music industry who share the same passion for horror"!?!? Did he say just say that? Who ever wrote that must be a little bit lost...

[@karlfriedrich1369]

Who will age first? Keanu Reeves or Kirk Hammett

[@tubbalcain]

Hey Adolf, still around? From the looks of it, you will age last.

[@sup7998]

Or slash

[@CorSmit]

Bible full of sunny positive stories? I suggest reading it some time

[@Lak3baby]

Cor Smit exactly, pissed me off

[@felixdandrea8553]

Salut Kirk !

[@lMrFresno559l]

*Metallica's Kirk Hammett on his lifelong obsession with wah*

[@ArtyomAnna]

u read my mind

[@nwfranticanders362]

Really?

[@xyhmo]

I don't recall a wah before the black album. Imagine Blackened or One with a wah. Hold my breath as I wish for death... 🎶 Wah wah wah.

[@mztweety1374]

Yeah, I feel the same way about Stephen King and John Carpenter movies in the 80s.

[@nazariomonteiro]

Posters wao

[@roujomb1]

I obviously don't personally know him but he looks pretty friendly, honest and above all, quiet passionate. Not a great technician as a guitar player nor a good composer but we have to be respectful for his career.

[@artbasss]

Kirk ate some yummy cookies in the morning. 🤘

[@richardayala3748]

The ripper!

[@phildale8451]

Likes classic horror eh, thats appropriate, it fits with his guitar playing ability.

[@kevinruiz4125]

pleaseeee refrain from using any wah memes they are so outdated now.

[@skeaubeesnax]

Lou Reed and Jonny Ramone? Uhhhh what about Rob Zombie? Doesn't that dude literally make horror movies

[@alansouzacruz970]

🎸 guitar hero