If you like Kirk Hammett, try these artists

If you like Kirk Hammett, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

Artists to try next

Massacration

Massacration

Shared genres: thrash metal

comedy rock glam metal heavy metal
Cavalera Conspiracy

Cavalera Conspiracy

Shared genres: thrash metal

death metal grindcore groove metal
Byzantine

Byzantine

Shared genres: thrash metal

groove metal progressive metal thrash metal
Power Trip

Power Trip

Shared genres: thrash metal

crossover thrash thrash metal
Trivium

Trivium

Shared genres: thrash metal

heavy metal melodic metalcore progressive metal
Municipal Waste

Municipal Waste

Shared genres: thrash metal

crossover thrash thrash metal
Sarke

Sarke

Shared genres: thrash metal

black metal heavy metal thrash metal
Suicidal Tendencies

Suicidal Tendencies

Shared genres: thrash metal

crossover thrash hardcore punk thrash metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Kirk Hammett?

Artists similar to Kirk Hammett include Massacration, Cavalera Conspiracy, Byzantine and Power Trip. Each shares elements of Kirk Hammett's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Kirk Hammett?

Kirk Hammett is primarily known for thrash metal. A relentless barrage of rapid-fire riffs and intricate solos creates a dense wall of sonic intensity that pulses with adrenaline and urgency.

Where should I start if I like Kirk Hammett?

If you enjoy Kirk Hammett, start with Massacration — their album "Good Blood Headbanguers" is a great entry point. Shared genres: thrash metal