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Metallica's Hammett Falls Off Stage, Turns Stumble into Viral Moment
22 Jun
Summary
- Kirk Hammett unexpectedly fell off stage during a Metallica concert in Dublin.
- He recovered quickly and humorously captioned the viral video 'Slip & Destroy'.
- The band's European tour includes upcoming shows in Glasgow, Cardiff, and London.
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett experienced an unexpected stage dive into the audience during a recent performance in Dublin. The incident occurred as the band began their song "Seek & Destroy" at Aviva Stadium, in front of an estimated 40,000 fans. Hammett regained his footing and continued the show with no further issues.
The 63-year-old guitarist later shared fan footage of the fall on social media, humorously titling it "Slip & Destroy." This lighthearted response was well-received by fans, many of whom praised his ability to laugh off the potentially serious accident.
This Dublin show was part of Metallica's extensive European tour. Subsequent dates are scheduled for Glasgow on June 25, Cardiff on June 28, and London on July 3 and 5. Following their European commitments, the band is set to commence a lengthy 24-date residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, beginning October 1 and running through March 2027.
