Hear Kirk Hammett’s Introduction in Gary Holt’s Metal Memoir

Gary Holt, guitarist of Exodus and Slayer, recently released his memoir titled “A Fabulous Disaster: From The Garage to Madison Square Garden, The Hard Way.” The audiobook version of his memoir includes a foreword by Metallica’s Kirk Hammett, who was also a former member of Exodus. The narration for the audiobook is done by Holt, Hammett, and audiobook voice actor Nicholas Tecosky.

As fans eagerly awaited the release of Holt’s memoir, they were treated to a preview of the audiobook, including Hammett’s foreword. The timing of this preview coincided with Metallica’s resurgence on Spotify’s platform, where their hit song “Master of Puppets” joined the prestigious “Billions Club” for songs that have surpassed one billion streams. Metallica expressed their excitement and gratitude for the milestone.

Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” now joins the ranks of their other popular tracks like “Nothing Else Matters” and “Enter Sandman” in the Billions Club on Spotify. This achievement is a testament to the enduring appeal and influence of Metallica’s music on listeners worldwide.

Meanwhile, German thrash metal band Warfield has recently released their latest album, “With The Old Breed,” via Napalm Records. Drawing inspiration from thrash metal legends like Kreator, Sodom, and Destruction, Warfield’s new album is a relentless display of raw energy and aggressive musicality. The band takes listeners on a sonic journey that pays homage to the roots of thrash metal while bringing a fresh perspective to the genre.

In other news, Japanese pop-metal sensation Babymetal has announced the upcoming release of their new album titled “Metal Forth.” The album, set to drop on June 13, features collaborations with artists like Poppy, Spiritbox, Tom Morello, and others. Babymetal’s unique blend of pop and metal influences has captivated audiences worldwide, and “Metal Forth” is poised to continue their musical evolution.

As the metal music scene continues to evolve and expand, fans can look forward to a slew of new releases from some of their favorite bands. With exciting albums on the horizon from artists like Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs, Bleed From Within, L.A. Guns, and more, there’s no shortage of fresh music to explore and enjoy.

As Metal Insider’s weekly column “New & Noteworthy” highlights the latest rock and metal releases, fans can stay up to date on the newest music hitting the airwaves. From highly anticipated albums by bands like The Darkness, Arch Enemy, Memphis May Fire, and Cradle of Filth, there’s something for every metalhead to enjoy this season.