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Kerry King Issues Message to Fans on International Slayer Day

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 19:33:46 +0000

Today, June 6, is one to celebrate in the metal community. Back on 6/6/06 the first International Day of Slayer was celebrated, and now, the heavy metal holiday rings in its seventh year anniversary and continues to be a cause for metal fans to unite. In a new video message to fans, seen above, Slayer [...]

Slayer Play First Concert Since Death of Guitarist Jeff Hanneman

Chad Bowar — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 20:45:07 +0000

For the first time since the passing of guitarist Jeff Hanneman last month, Slayer have played a live show. After an emotional memorial celebration a couple of weeks ago in honor of their fallen bandmate, Slayer returned to the road, playing at the Impact Festival last night (June 4) in Warsaw, Poland.

Drummer Paul Bostaph Comments on Slayer Return + Remembers Jeff Hanneman

Chad Childers — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 14:13:11 +0000

It's been a few years, but drummer Paul Bostaph is back behind the kit for Slayer and will get to show off his chops with the band on their summer tour. Bostaph was recently named a full-time replacement after the group decided to move forward without Dave Lombardo following a contractual dispute earlier this year. In his first interview since rejoining the band, Bostaph spoke with Nikki Blakk of San Francisco's 107.7 The Bone about his return and he also shared memories of late Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman.

Dave Lombardo Responds to Slayer Ouster Using Fan Tweets

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 31 May 2013 16:25:47 +0000

As we reported last night (May 30), drummer Dave Lombardo is no longer a member of Slayer. The band has been experiencing some serious turmoil this year, both before and after the tragic death of Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman. In Lombardo's first public response since Slayer announced that Paul Bostaph has taken Lombardo's place on the drum throne, the Slayer founding member has tweeted out his feelings on the sudden split.

Slayer Announce That Drummer Paul Bostaph Has Rejoined Band on Full-Time Basis

Chad Childers — Thu, 30 May 2013 23:04:32 +0000

The past few months have been a tumultuous time for Slayer, as the band went their separate ways with drummer Dave Lombardo and mourned the loss of late guitarist Jeff Hanneman. Now, the thrash metal veterans have announced that drummer Paul Bostaph has replaced Lombardo on a full-time basis.

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.

Slayer Carry On With 2013 Summer European Trek

Chad Childers — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:44:55 +0000

Slayer are still in mourning over the death of late guitarist Jeff Hanneman, but fellow guitarist Kerry King and frontman Tom Araya have signed online to let their European and U.K. fans know that it won't dampen their plans to perform overseas this summer.

Slayer Drummer Dave Lombardo Remembers His and Jeff Hanneman's Punk Rock Roots

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:37:33 +0000

Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo continues to mourn his late bandmate Jeff Hanneman with a new post on the percussionist's personal Facebook page. Lombardo shared a picture of Hanneman and himself from "around 1982" while regaling fans with a backstory on the punk rock roots shared between Hanneman and himself.

Testament Guitarist Alex Skolnick Pays Tribute to 'Immense' Slayer Shredder Jeff Hanneman

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:21:15 +0000

Metal musicians of all sub genres are continuing to pay their respects to late Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman. Few guitarists have earned their spot with Hanneman as members of thrash's most elite pedigree, but Testament shredder Alex Skolnick is undeniably at the side of Hanneman in terms of skill and respect. As one of thrash's most admired guitarists, Skolnick has written an in-depth memorial of Hanneman from the viewpoint of a true six-string master.

Members of Slayer React to Jeff Hanneman's Death

Chad Childers — Sat, 04 May 2013 14:59:55 +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.

Chaz Pays Tribute to Jeff Hanneman by Sharing His Favorite Slayer Songs

Chaz — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:48:46 +0000

The metal world was rocked yesterday (May 2nd) when word got out that Slayer guitarist, Jeff Hanneman passed away. As a huge Slayer fan myself, getting that news was a tough pill to swallow. So, in honor of one of the greatest thrash guitarists ever, I thought I would throw some of my favorite Slayer songs your way to throw the horns up to.

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

Chad Childers — Fri, 03 May 2013 17:43:49 +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 03:12:33 +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.

Slayer Guitarist Jeff Hanneman Dead at 49: Rockers Pay Tribute on Twitter

Spencer Kaufman — Thu, 02 May 2013 23:35:24 +0000

As reported earlier, legendary Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman died at 11AM PT today. Hanneman had contracted the skin tissue disease necrotizing fasciitis, most likely from a spider bite, in earl

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 [...]

Estranged Slayer Drummer Dave Lombardo Reveals Plans to Reactivate Grip Inc.

Chad Childers — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:06:10 +0000

Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo isn't waiting around for the air to clear concerning his contractual dispute with the band, as he's revealed plans to continue music with Philm and his onetime project Grip Inc.

Exodus Squash Rumors of Guitarist Gary Holt Joining Slayer Full-Time

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:48:14 +0000

Legendary shredder Gary Holt has been the center of much discussion lately, as the thrash guitarist has continued to split his time between his main band Exodus and his guest spot in Slayer. Exodus were recently forced to cancel their spot at this year's Maryland Death Fest, and of course, the rumors of Holt's departure began to fly. To combat said rumors, the band has posted an official statement about the festival cancellation, revealing that Holt needed to take care of his "seriously ill" father.

Watch This Dude Play an Acoustic Version of Slayer's 'Season in the Abyss' [VIDEO]

Chaz — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:00:28 +0000

Need proof that metal can sound cool acoustically? Look no further than this dude who picked up the acoustic guitar to jam a little Slayer. Meet Sam Westphalen. Sam is apparently a guitar god judging by the way he effortlessly picks up the acoustic guitar to jam Slayer’s ‘Season in the Abyss’. As good as [...]

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

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:36:03 +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