U2 has made history by becoming the first Irish songwriters to be named Ivors Academy Fellows. They are the second group to receive the honor – the highest distinction that the organization behind the annual Ivor Novello Awards bestows – joining the Bee Gees.  The award will be presented at The Ivors ceremony in London…

Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett will share insights into the instruments that have played a pivotal role in his life and music career through The Collection: Kirk Hammett, a comprehensive coffee table book available for order through Gibson Publishing. This 400-page tome features new interviews with Hammett conducted by Chris Vinnicombe and Mark Agnesi, along with…