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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.

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.

Testament's Alex Skolnick + Eric Peterson Talk Thrash on Fox Station

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 14:45:02 +0000

Whenever a metal band gets some attention from the mainstream media without having to go on a drunken or drug-fueled rampage, we as fans definitely count it as a win for our beloved subculture. However, it's even greater when a hilarious dichotomy is created between vanilla news anchors and metal musicians, which is what happened earlier this week (Feb. 21) when Alex Skolnick and Eric Peterson of Testament stopped by a Fox news program in Michigan.

Shadows Fall Drop Off 2013 European + UK Tours

Chad Childers — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 17:21:49 +0000

Shadows Fall had been set for a big spring overseas. The band had booked dates with Testament in Europe and Ill Nino in the UK, but now they’ve bowed out of both of those tours. Shadows Fall revealed that they were exiting the upcoming treks due to “a number of circumstances beyond our control.” It is unknown what those [...]

Testament and Overkill Bring the Love to Metal Heads in New York City

Liz Ramanand — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 17:12:27 +0000

What better way to spend Valentine’s Day that with some thrash metal? Testament and Overkill rocked New York City’s Best Buy Theater on Thursday, Feb. 14, along with support from Flotsam and Jetsam and 4arm for the ‘Dark Roots of Earth’ Tour.

Testament's Set List From Huntington, New York Live Album Performance Revealed

Chad Childers — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 18:20:35 +0000

Testament took the stage at Huntington, New York's Paramount Theatre Friday night (Feb. 15) with the primary goal of filming and recording the experience for an upcoming DVD and live album. In all, the band clocked in a 90-minute-plus performance and a set list from the show has now surfaced.

Testament's Chuck Billy Talks 'Dark Roots of Earth,' Favorite Metal Musicians + More

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:04:35 +0000

We recently had a lovely chat with Testament vocalist Chuck Billy. With Testament going strong after releasing their latest album, 'Dark Roots of Earth,' the band is set to conquer North America very soon through a winter trek with fellow thrash legends Overkill.

Testament Vocalist Chuck Billy Reveals 'Dream' to Finally Share the Stage With Metallica

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 15:08:08 +0000

California is the American Mecca for thrash metal. With top thrash innovators such as Metallica, Testament, Autopsy, Exodus, Death Angel and more having risen to fame together in the early '80s, a very tight-knit brotherhood has been created between these musicians. Despite this bond, Metallica and Testament have never toured together, and during our recent chat with Testament singer Chuck Billy, he told us it's his "dream" for the two acts to share a bill.

Testament's Alex Skolnick Has No Plans To Return to Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:56:09 +0000

Testament‘s Alex Skolnick is one of the most beloved and admired guitarists in the world. Along with fellow band member Eric Peterson, the duo have unleashed some of the most ear-gasmic guitar hooks and solos in metal history. As well as being a thrash shredder, Skolnick dabbles in jazz with the Alex Skolnick Trio and has toured with the iconic rock opera outfit Trans-Siberian Orchestra. However, during our recent interview with Skolnick, he revealed that he has no plans to ever return to the Orchestra.

Testament Celebrate Native American Heritage in 'Native Blood' Video

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 13:27:09 +0000

Thrash legends Testament have just unveiled a new music video for ‘Native Blood’ from their upcoming album ‘Dark Roots of Earth.’ Based heavily on the struggle of Native Americans in modern America, the ‘Native Blood’ video advocates celebrating pride for Native American ancestry, while encouraging them to make their voices heard when facing oppression.

Testament's Chuck Billy Talks 'Dark Roots of Earth' Album + Cancer Perspective

Chad Childers — Sun, 22 Jul 2012 19:11:10 +0000

Thrash metal icons Testament are closing in on 30 years as a band and showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, singer Chuck Billy says the group is sounding really good at the moment and he’s anxious to get their latest music out to the people.

Testament Guitarist Recalls Sharing 'Sweet Leaf' with Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi + Geezer Butler

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 13:51:54 +0000

We all love the classic Black Sabbath cut ‘Sweet Leaf’ from their 1971 album, ‘Master of Reality,’ but Testament guitarist Eric Peterson has an entirely different, more in-depth connection with the song — and understandably so, as the guitarist recently reminisced about sharing some ‘Sweet Leaf’ with Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler.

Anthrax, Testament + Death Angel Announce Third Tour Leg for Fall 2012

Chad Childers — Thu, 31 May 2012 19:12:56 +0000

If the third time is indeed the charm, then metal fans in the northern United States and Canada are in for a treat this fall. The thrash metal package of Anthrax, Testament and Death Angel will do it all again, beginning Sept. 14 in Portland, Ore.

Testament Reveal In-Depth Concepts for Upcoming Album

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:08:16 +0000

Thrash titans Testament recently unveiled some in-depth info about their next studio album. Decibel had the chance to interview one of the biggest voices in metal, Testament’s Chuck Billy, about the band’s upcoming album ‘The Dark Roots of Earth’ and the lyrical concepts that will be found within.

Testament Guitarists Fill in for Ailing Scott Ian at Anthrax's Kansas City Show

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:30:14 +0000

Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian was forced to sit out of last night’s (Jan. 26) show in Kansas City, Mo., after taking ill. Filling in for Ian at the show were the two guitarists Alex Skolnick and Eric Peterson from co-headliners Testament, as well as musicians from Death Angel who all switched off during different songs throughout Anthrax’s set.

Anthrax and Testament Announce 2012 Leg of U.S. Tour

Spencer Kaufman — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:18:46 +0000

Thrash metal titans Anthrax and Testament will continue their successful U.S. tour in 2012 with a new run of dates that kick off Jan. 22 in Las Vegas. The two veteran acts recently completed a five-week tour with opening act Death Angel, who will be along for the ride again on the 2012 dates. “The [...]