Watch: Guitarist Is Unhappy With Kirk Hammett’s Solo on Metallica’s New Song, Records His Own Version

Bradley Hall disagrees with the many fans who praised Hammett’s return to form on “Lux Aeterna”.

Watch: Guitarist Is Unhappy With Kirk Hammett's Solo on Metallica's New Song, Records His Own Version

When Metallica returned with their new single “Lux Aeterna” earlier this week, fans were quick to praise the band’s musical direction, with a special mention to Kirk Hammett’s lead guitar work.While the guitarist’s solos were heavily criticized on the band’s previous album “Hardwired… to Self-Destruct”, fans felt that Hammett was back in shape on the new song.

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That being said, as no acclaim is truly universal, there have been some naysayers as well, among them YouTuber Bradley Hall, who wasn’t too fond of “Lux Aeterna”‘s lead guitar.

So, he did what any sensible fan would do, and he recorded his own version. You can compare both takes below, and let us know your favorite in the comments: