Stereoboard.com: Kirk Hammett - Portals EP (Album Review)

It’s no secret that Kirk Hammett’s contributions to Metallica have been micromanaged for years amid the band’s mix of domineering personalities and regimented work, but with every element of this debut solo EP under the guitarist’s assured command, he’s revealed an ability to spin dynamic stories through impressive compositional choices that bring his epic, cinematic visions to life.