GIBSON TV
–THE AWARD-WINNING ONLINE NETWORK FEATURING ORIGINAL SERIES–
NEW EPISODE OF THE INTERVIEW SERIES “ICONS” STREAMING NOW, FEATURING:
KIRK HAMMETT of METALLICA
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Above: Kirk Hammett playing “Greeny” his Gibson 1959 Les Paul made famous by Fleetwood Mac founder Peter Green.
Photo Credit: Mark Horton, Getty Images.
NASHVILLE, TN (December 22, 2020) Gibson TV, the iconic, American guitar maker’s first-ever award-winning, worldwide online network–features original series from the world’s best storytellers. Gibson TV has premiered the fourth episode of the new series titled “Icons”–a longform interview series featuring some of the most iconic artists, producers, and music business pioneers in the world. In the new episode of “Icons” out today, Gibson TV sits down with one of the most iconic rock guitarists of our generation, Kirk Hammett of Metallica. Since 1983, Kirk Hammett has been the lead guitarist and a contributing songwriter for Metallica. Before joining Metallica, he formed and named the metal band Exodus. In the new “Icons” interview, Hammett talks his first music influences, inspiration, and his early days in the San Francisco metal scene. Kirk takes viewers on a ride through his 37 years as the lead guitarist of Metallica talking touring history and personal stories about recording the group’s pivotal albums including Kill’em All, Ride The Lightning, Master of Puppets, …And Justice For All, The Black Album. The episode features archival and never-before-seen photos of Metallica, as well as, studio demos, and live concert recordings.
“As Gibson TV continues to grow as a channel dedicated to music and music culture, having the icon Kirk Hammett share his stories and journey with my producers Todd Harapiak and Mark Agnesi, is a privilege for all music fans around the world,” says Cesar Gueikian of Gibson. “Kirk has inspired generations of hard rock and heavy metal guitar players, me included, to pick up a guitar and learn how to play his shredding guitar lines and Metallica riffs. I am grateful that in this episode of ‘Icons,’ Kirk goes beyond his inspiring guitar playing and invites all of us to immerse ourselves in the story behind this Icon. I can’t wait for all the Metallica fans to watch this new episode of ‘Icons’ with the ripper, Kirk Hammett.”
View and share the Kirk Hammett episode of “Icons” on Gibson TV, Here.
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Click on the above image to play Gibson TV’s “Icons” with Kirk Hammett of Metallica.
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Photo Credit: Pete Cronin, Getty Images.
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Above: Kirk Hammett with his Gibson Flying V.
Photo Credit: Fryderyk Gabowicz, Getty Images.
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Above: Kirk Hammett with his Gibson Les Paul Custom. Photo Credit: George DeSota, Getty Images.
Watch and share additional episodes of “Icons” on Gibson TV including Jerry Cantrell, Tony Iommi, and Bob Rock. All Gibson TV original shows are streamed for free on Gibson.com ( Here); subscribe to Gibson TV on YouTube and be notified when new episodes become available ( Here). Kirk Hammett:
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About Gibson TV:
GIBSON TV offers an inspiring and powerful lineup of all-new exclusive, original shows, including: “THE PROCESS” a cinematic look at Gibson’s crown jewel, the main Gibson USA Factory in Nashville, TN, delves into the physical process of how a Gibson guitar is made as well as featuring the artisans who hand-craft these beloved instruments; “THE COLLECTION” host Mark Agnesi will take viewers on a deep dive into the extraordinary, personal guitar collections of music’s biggest artists; “THE SONGBOOK” an acoustic-driven, all-performance series featuring stripped down performances in beautiful spaces from world-renowned artists and up-and-coming musicians; “RIFF LORDS” a thoroughly epic and unique series gives viewers the opportunity to learn their favorite riffs direct from the artists who wrote them. Up close and personal, this “how to” series offers a once-in-a-lifetime guitar lesson; “ICONS” a longform interview series sits down with some of the most iconic artists, producers and music business pioneers; “BEHIND THE BOARD” an “in the studio” series which gives musicians and producers a chance to look back and discuss the recording process of their most ground-breaking and inspired albums; “THE SCENE” a travel and lifestyle series visits cities around the U.S. and abroad to find the coolest music destinations, “THE CONVERSATION” which gives two artists from similar genres and different generations the chance to sit down and discuss each other’s journey in the music business, and “MY FIRST GIBSON” an epic series where artists tell the story of how and why they acquired their first Gibson guitar, exploring their musical history, influences and playing style. About Gibson:
Gibson Brands, the world’s most iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for more than 100 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, TN, Gibson Brands has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson Brands portfolio includes Gibson, the number one guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including Epiphone, Kramer, Steinberger and the Gibson Pro Audio division KRK Music. Gibson Brands is dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson Brands. Learn more at http://www.gibson.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
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