DiscoverThe Metallica ReportEpisode 113: Exodus’ Gary Holt Talks Kirk Hammett and Bay Area Thrash
Episode 113: Exodus’ Gary Holt Talks Kirk Hammett and Bay Area Thrash

Episode 113: Exodus’ Gary Holt Talks Kirk Hammett and Bay Area Thrash

Update: 2025-09-24
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This week on The Metallica Report…




Gary Holt—the veteran lead guitarist of Exodus and, more recently, a member of Slayer—speaks to us about his longtime friendship with Kirk Hammett. From their school days to the stage, Gary explains how Exodus and Metallica came up in the Bay Area scene through his unique lens. Gary paints a wonderful picture of a couple of dedicated outsiders whose love of metal and good times saw them defy all the odds, achieving success and international acclaim.




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Gary Holt’s autobiography: https://www.dacapopress.com/titles/gary-holt/a-fabulous-disaster/9780306834011 


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Episode 113: Exodus’ Gary Holt Talks Kirk Hammett and Bay Area Thrash

Episode 113: Exodus’ Gary Holt Talks Kirk Hammett and Bay Area Thrash

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