Slayer Guitarist Jeff Hanneman Dies at 49
It's with true sadness that we report that legendary Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman has died at the age of 49. The tragic news was confirmed by a press release issued moments ago.
It's with true sadness that we report that legendary Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman has died at the age of 49. The tragic news was confirmed by a press release issued moments ago.
As native New Yorkers, Anthrax were thrilled getting to play Yankees Stadium a couple of years ago for 'The Big 4.' But the honor didn't just stop there, as the band recently learned that the specialized Yankees jerseys made for the occasion are currently hanging in the historic baseball stadium for all to see.
Legendary Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo has just detonated a pipe bomb regarding the thrash band's business dealings and internal turmoil. One week ago, on Valentine's Day, Lombardo was notified by the band's lawyers that his services behind the kit would not be needed for Slayer's upcoming Australian tour dates. The entire story feels beyond odd and incredibly cold, and Lombardo has detailed the sudden decision in an official statement.
Although Slayer have a way to go in recording their next album and there is no set timetable for when it may come out, guitarist Kerry King has stated that he is "very comfortable saying" that the record will see a 2013 release date.
Led Zeppelin great John Bonham has long been one of the most revered drummers in rock and roll and for the last couple of years a number of top skinbeaters have gathered for the "Bonzo Bash" to celebrate his musical legacy.
The Ultimate Thrash Metal Band Slayer has been busy takin' a rest after some big shows like the BIG 4 and the Co-headline tour with Rob Zombie. Apparently, that is not slowing down the metal masters from creating another epic album.
After much demand to bring 'The Big 4' tour to America, the gods of rock hath smiled upon us! This onslaught of rock features Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, and Anthrax. Our wishes came true... all the way in California. But now, we can throw the devil horns in the air, as the "BIG 4" is coming to destroy YANKEE STADIUM in NEW YORK!
With their massacre of hard driving thrash metal, Slayer claims the spot of this week's Metal Moment!
This summer is about to get quite evil as metal giants Slayer and Rob Zombie are teaming up to tour North America. The 12-date road trip, appropriately called "Hell On Earth", will be the first time the bands have hit the road together in over a decade.
Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth & Anthrax all on one stage ....oh hell yeah! Who wants to go?