Kirk Hammett to release debut solo album, ‘Portals,’ this April


Kirk Hammett

Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett is making his solo album debut in the form of the four-song instrumental EP, Portals, to be released on April 23, 2022 via Blackened Recordings. It will be available on digital platforms, CD and as a Record Store Day Exclusive Ocean Blue Vinyl EP that includes a download card.

“This music was created with what I describe as an Audio-Cinematic approach. They’re soundtracks to the movies in your mind,” said Hammett in a statement.

Hammett also produced the album which features contributions from Edwin Outwater, Jon Theodore, Abraham Laboriel, Greg Fidelman, Blake Neely, and Bob Rock.

Be sure to mark your calendar for April 23 to pick up your copy of Portals by Kirk Hammett and keep up with all things Metallica at Metallica.com.