Metallica‘s Kirk Hammett named one particular guitar riff that he believes “shifted heavy metal.” In anew feature with Consequence, the Metallica guitarist chose 11 albums that he thinks every ...

So it’s unsurprising that he lists Hendrix’s Band of Gypsys and Zeppelin’s Physical Graffiti as must-have albums for any guitar ... riff “encapsulates the New Wave of British Heavy Metal ...

A list of hair metal bands who haven't reunited in 20 years or more, but should! Are your favorites on the list?

Twenty-one years ago today, readers of a guitar magazine named the Guns N' Roses hit the best riff in rock history.

The acoustic virtuoso has already tackled Foo Fighters, Van Halen, and Jimi Hendrix – now he's taking on the hottest act in ...

when “heavy” meant deep or serious. Metal music revolves around a few key components: heavily distorted guitar riffs and chords, powerful drumming, extra low-range bass notes, and aggressive ...