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Slayer Announce Los Angeles Memorial Celebration in Honor of Guitarist Jeff Hanneman

Chad Childers — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:40:37 +0000

The music world has been rocked by the death of Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman and there will now be a place for his family, peers and fans to come together to mourn his loss and celebrate his life. The Jeff Hanneman Memorial Celebration is scheduled for May 23 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.

Members of Slayer React to Jeff Hanneman's Death

Chad Childers — Sun, 05 May 2013 19:00:55 +0000

The music world has been mourning the death of Slayer's Jeff Hanneman over the last few days and now a couple of the band's members have weighed in with their comments as well. Both drummer Dave Lombardo and the group's touring guitarist Gary Holt have spoken out about Hanneman's life and legacy.

Slayer Guitarist Jeff Hanneman Dies at 49

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 02 May 2013 22:11:50 +0000

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. Hanneman passed away today, May 2, at 11AM PST this morning near his Southern California home. The iconic Slayer shredder had been forced [...]

Rockers Remember Former Iron Maiden Drummer Clive Burr

Chad Childers — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 23:46:59 +0000

As Wednesday (March 13) progressed, more and more rockers expressed their admiration and love of late Iron Maiden drummer Clive Burr, who passed away Tuesday night (March 12). The musician, who was part of the classic Iron Maiden lineup, suffered from multiple sclerosis in the later portion of his life, but still remained in contact with his former bandmates.

Slayer's Kerry King Offers Some Background Behind 'Unfortunate' Ouster of Dave Lombardo

Chad Childers — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:42:06 +0000

Slayer have been playing as part of Australia's traveling Soundwave Festival with a different drummer behind the kit. Jon Dette, who has performed with Slayer in the past, agreed to fill in after a financial dispute involving Dave Lombardo led to his current ouster from the band. Guitarist Kerry King told Soundwave TV that it was frontman Tom Araya who first pointed out that trouble was brewing.

Slayer Drummer Dave Lombardo Dismissed From Australian Tour After Financial Dispute

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:12:23 +0000

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.

Slayer's Kerry King on Next Album: 'I'm Very Comfortable Saying That It Will Be Out This Year'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 22:49:42 +0000

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.

Slayer's 'Raining Blood' Used in Halloween Themed Google Chromebook Commercial

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 19:25:13 +0000

Holy Slayer, we’ve got yet another mainstream commercial using metal music to sell their product. This time, Google has used the Slayer anthem ‘Raining Blood’ for a Halloween-themed commercial for the company’s new Chromebook. The commercial is mostly text-based, and reads, “For little devils, for scaring off viruses, for spooky-fast startup, for an undead battery, [...]

Cat Watching Slayer [VIDEO]

Fantone — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 19:22:41 +0000

Cats are a lot of things. Mine is weird, possibly evil and pretty damn hilarious, but most aren’t metal. This cat is an exception to that rule and you can tell by his love for Slayer. I’m so jealous of this cat owner. He’s got a built in buddy that just wants to sit around [...]

Watch Members of Pantera, Slayer + Anthrax Perform at Metal Masters 4 Show in New York

Chad Childers — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 01:00:13 +0000

It's a special night when you can get members of Pantera, Slayer and Anthrax on a stage together, so for those who couldn't make the 'Metal Masters 4' clinic in New York, a video stream has surfaced online to bring you all the hard-hitting goodness.

'Metal Masters 4′ Participants From Pantera, Slayer + Anthrax To Appear at In-Store Signing

Chad Childers — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 22:48:54 +0000

As if it weren’t cool enough that the “Metal Masters” were preparing to stage their fourth performance, now the players from the event will get even closer to the public with a signing at Guitar Center in Union Square in New York.

Slayer's Kerry King Says Jeff Hanneman's Recovery Isn't Delaying New Album

Chad Childers — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 22:19:28 +0000

Slayer are moving full steam ahead with a new album, and guitarist Kerry King says the fact that fellow guitarist Jeff Hanneman is still recovering from necrotizing fasciitis will not delay the new album moving forward.

Slayer's Kerry King Promises the 'Same Record' They've Been Giving Fans The Last 20 Years

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 18:39:55 +0000

Slayer have been thrash masters for over 30 years. Having released 11 studio albums, the band discovered their sound right away and have been pummeling fans ever since, so it’s no surprise that guitarist Kerry King is promising “the same record we’ve been giving them for the last 20 years.”

Slayer's Kerry King Gives Update on New Album, Condition of Guitarist Jeff Hanneman

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 13:00:26 +0000

As Slayer are currently on the road with the 2012 Mayhem Festival, guitarist Kerry King has given fans a bit more info about Slayer’s next album, which could see a release as soon as early 2013. The guitarist, who also provides lyrics for the band, is hoping to get some work done while on tour before hitting the studio once again at the conclusion of the touring Mayhem Fest.

Slayer Guitarist Kerry King Talks Mayhem Tour, Horror Films + More

Full Metal Jackie — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 16:03:04 +0000

Guitarist Kerry King of Slayer was the guest on Full Metal Jackie’s radio show this past weekend. King talked about how guitarist Gary Holt of Exodus is filling in for Slayer’s sidelined axeman Jeff Hanneman, in addition to discussing this year’s Mayhem Fest and his love of a good horror film. If you missed Full Metal Jackie’s show, read the full interview with Kerry King below:

Kerry King Offers Latest on New Slayer Album

Tree Riddle — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 19:55:06 +0000

Slayer axe-man Kerry King gives the lowdown on co-guitarist Jeff Hanneman‘s rehabilitation progress, the rumored two-song EP and their in-the-works new album in a new interview. Slayer are currently overseas doing some dates in advance of their stint on this year’s Rockstar Mayhem Festival. Unfortunately, all of those dates are being performed without Hanneman, who [...]

Slayer Finishing Vocals on Two-Song EP

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 19 May 2012 19:58:56 +0000

Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo revealed two pieces of important information about his main band while promoting his Philm side project. In a recent interview, the skinsman confirmed that Slayer are wrapping up a two-song EP due later this year. He revealed that vocalist/bassist Tom Araya is laying down his vocal tracks alongside guitarist Kerry King. He also shared that Slayer will never stray from the left-hand metal path, either.

Slayer Guitarist Jeff Hanneman to Sit Out 2012 Tour Dates to Continue Recovery

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 01 May 2012 17:42:19 +0000

Slayer will hit the road and decimate stages on this summer’s Rock Star Energy Drink Mayhem Festival but they will doing so without guitarist Jeff Hanneman. He will be sitting out the tour to continue to long and arduous recovery process that stemmed from a bout with necrotizing fasciitis on his arm, a flesh-eating condition which was the result of a spider bite.

Slipknot And Slayer To Headline 2012 Rockstar Mayhem Festival

Tree Riddle — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:28:33 +0000

Slipknot and Slayer have been announced as the headliners for the 2012 Rockstar Mayhem Festival. Check out the full lineup and other details for the 25-date traveling festival here.

Anselmo Revisits Pantera With Megadeth, Slayer, Anthrax, And Dream Theater

Tree Riddle — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:02:24 +0000

Down and former Pantera vocalist Phil Anselmo joined the Metal Masters -- a lineup including Anthrax's Scott Ian, Frank Bello, and Charlie Benante as well as Slayer's Kerry King, Megadeth's David Eleffson, and ex-Dream Theater stickman Mike Portnoy -- to rock out some Pantera Classics.