Metallica snuck the Batman theme song into one of their riffs, Kirk Hammett admits

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Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett has said that 2023 song Shadows Follow contains a nod to the ’60s Batman theme

Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett has confirmed that their song Shadows Follow contains a knowing reference to the theme of the 1960s Batman TV show.

Shadows Follow appeared on the thrash metal band’s 11th album, 72 Seasons, which was released in April. The riff in question happens about four minutes and 20 seconds into the song, and was nicknamed ‘The Batman Riff’ during production.

When asked about the reference in a new interview with Total Guitar, Hammett admitted: “That’s really funny, because we called that riff ‘The Batman Riff’, and I know exactly what you are talking about.”