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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.

Slayer's Jeff Hanneman Died of Alcohol-Related Cirrhosis; Band + Family Planning Memorial Event

Spencer Kaufman — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:52:15 +0000

Following last week's tragic passing of Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman on May 2, his official cause of death has been revealed to be alcohol-related cirrhosis of the liver, according to a statement from the band. In the same press release, Slayer also announced that a public memorial will be held to honor Hanneman at a yet-to-be-revealed date.

Phil Anselmo, Corey Taylor + More Reflect on Slayer's Jeff Hanneman at Revolver Golden Gods

Chad Childers — Mon, 06 May 2013 05:05:49 +0000

The news of Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman's death weighed heavy on the minds of many of the rockers attending Thursday night's Revolver Golden Gods ceremony, with many of the musicians just learning the tragic news as they were arriving for the show that night. Loudwire spoke with a number of the top rockers on the Revolver Golden Gods Black Carpet about Hanneman's life, legacy and what Slayer, in general, has meant to the metal community.

Jeff Hanneman Passes Away: More Rockers Honor Late Slayer Guitarist

Spencer Kaufman — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:00:33 +0000

The tributes to founding Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman from the metal community continue to pour in tonight following the news he passed away earlier today at the age of 49. After such artists as Slash, Corey Taylor, Pantera and more paid respect to Hanneman earlier in the evening, several more rockers have offered their condolences via Twitter.

Kerry King Okay With Gary Holt Playing With Slayer Forever If Jeff Hanneman Never Returns

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 03:05:03 +0000

The inner workings of legendary thrash masters Slayer have been tumultuous within the past two years. Along with drummer Dave Lombardo being dismissed from Slayer's 2013 Australian tour dates, guitarist Jeff Hanneman has been recovering from a severe case of necrotising fasciitis due to a spider bite, with Exodus shredder Gary Holt having filled in for Hanneman during his absence

Anthrax Honored in Yankees Stadium With Showcase of Jerseys

Chad Childers — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 14:33:14 +0000

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.

Fill-In Drummer Jon Dette on Current Slayer Gig: 'We'll See What the Future Brings'

Chad Childers — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:09:50 +0000

Jon Dette is back in a familiar place, playing drums for Slayer, a gig that he held for a brief period in the 1990s. The drummer was called in at the last minute to play the band's Australian tour after a contract dispute with Dave Lombardo led to Slayer seeking a replacement.

Slayer Drummer Dave Lombardo Thanks Fans for Support After Ouster From Australian Tour

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 04:19:49 +0000

Legendary Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo was recently dismissed from the band's current Australian tour due to a financial dispute shortly before the thrash legends were set to take off into the Southern Hemisphere. There has been much debate regarding the true inner workings of the dispute, but regardless, Lombardo has taken to his personal Facebook fan page to thank his loyal followers.

Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain Addresses Slayer + Black Sabbath Drummer Conflicts

Chad Childers — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 23:59:54 +0000

Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain has the experience of surviving in a popular metal band for decades, and he took a moment during a recent interview with the Broward-Palm Beach New Times to share his hopes that Slayer and Black Sabbath can work out their issues with their respective drummers -- Dave Lombardo and Bill Ward.

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 Tom Araya Discusses Progress on Intense New Album

Chad Childers — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 03:22:06 +0000

Slayer have sparingly worked on new music this year, focusing mostly on their touring with the Mayhem Festival, but according to singer Tom Araya, the group is working hard to make sure their twelfth studio album arrives next year. Araya tells Seven Sisters Post, “We are working on a new album, aiming for a 2013 [...]

Slayer Condoms, Sex and Rock N' Roll

Chelsea — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 19:17:40 +0000

Slayer offers their own speciality condoms according to their website. For just $12.99 you could be rocking your sex life in style with your own Slayer condoms. According to Loudwire.com “But buyer beware. As GunShyAssassin.com points out: “The condoms are just ordinary Durex jimmy caps . . . Slayer’s ‘condom’ is actually a matchbook the rubber is housed [...]

Metallica Performs "Am I Evil" With DiamondHead & Big Four Bands

Melissa Awesome — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 02:12:56 +0000

As if seeing “The Big Four” bands in concert wouldn’t be mind blowingly awesome enough, Metallica stepped it up a notch. In case you’re not quite sure what “The Big Four” I keep talking about is, they’re The “Big Four” bands of 1980s thrash metal, Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, and Anthrax. If you know me you [...]