Archive for September, 2007

21
Sep

Randall Amplifiers & Kirk Hammett of Metallica


Randall Amplifiers, a division of US Music Corporation, has announced that they have joined forces with Kirk Hammett of Metallica. Hammett and Randall will be working together to design an extensive line of signature products that emulates the distinctive tones of Metallica’s legendary guitarist. The full line of Kirk Hammett amps, heads, combos and preamp modules will allow guitar players around the world, from beginners to professionals, to harness the sound he uses both in the studio and on tour.

“Old-school tones and new-school technology attracted me to the potential that Randall amps have to offer,” said guitarist Kirk Hammett. “These considerations are the answer to my continual quest for a well-rounded tonal palette and this flexibility also enables me to make modifications on the spot. I feel tonally emancipated.”

“Everyone at Randall Amplifiers is truly honored to work with Kirk Hammett,” said Doug Reynolds, Randall Division Manager. “His sound and playing style have inspired music fans for generations. With Kirk’s collaboration and our continued dedication to create innovative, in-your-face amps, guitarists everywhere will be blown away with his new line of signature products.”

Kirk Hammett is currently using Randall gear while recording Metallica’s ninth studio album, set to be released next year. The album is being produced by Rick Rubin and will be the bands’ first release since St. Anger in 2003.

10
Sep

Metallica’s Orion Covered on Jay Leno Show


Rodrigo y Gabriela covered Metallica’s Orion on Jay Leno show.

06
Sep

Metallica to play Bridge School acoustic shows


Metallica will play two all-acoustic shows on October 27. and 28. 2007 as part of the annual Bridge School Benefit event held at Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, CA. Started by Neil and Peggy Young, the Bridge School is a non-profit organization assisting individuals with severe speech and physical impairments achieve full participation in their communities and is an internationally recognized leader in the education of children who use augmentative and alternative communication. The annual benefit concerts provide the majority of the funding for the school’s operation. 

Metallica also played at the event in 1997 and this was the setlist for both nights:

  • Low Man’s Lyric
  • Helpless
  • Tuesday’s Gone
  • Poor Twisted Me
  • Fade To Black
  • The Four Horsemen
  • Nothing Else Matters
  • Last Caress
  • This is the Low Man’s Lyric from the 1997 acoustic show:




     


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