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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 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.

Jeff Hanneman Passes Away: More Rockers Honor Late Slayer Guitarist

Spencer Kaufman — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:12:33 +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 Jeff Hanneman Dead At 49 – Kelly West's Favorite Slayer Songs [VIDEO]

Kelly West — Fri, 03 May 2013 00:42:06 +0000

I am so sad on this day because we lost a great guitar player and lyricist, Jeff Hanneman from Slayer! He contributed to all of Slayers music and even wrote my favorites! Here they are for your pleasure and to remember one of the greatest in the world! God rest you Jeff! War Ensemble written [...]

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 [...]

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

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:19:49 +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.

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.

Pantera's Classic Songs Turned Into Lullabies by Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:03:18 +0000

Pantera's music has long served as inspiration for knocking somebody out, but for parents seeking a more responsible method to put their kids to sleep, a new CD, 'Lullaby Versions of Pantera,' has just been released by Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star.

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

Chad Childers — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 05:33:02 +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.

Slayer Lead Second Round of 2013 Soundwave Festival Additions

Chad Childers — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 13:53:55 +0000

If you still weren’t sold knowing that Metallica, Anthrax, Linkin Park, Stone Sour and A Perfect Circle were heading to Australia’s Soundwave Festival early next year, does the addition of Slayer make you want to book your ticket right now?

Down, Slayer, Anthrax Members Lead 'Metal Masters 4′ Return to New York City

Chad Childers — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:34:52 +0000

The ‘Metal Masters’ clinics have been a big success, and earlier this year they branched out to Los Angeles with a performance at the Key Club featuring Down‘s Philip Anselmo, Slayer‘s Kerry King and Dave Lombardo, and Anthrax‘s Charlie Benante and Frank Bello along with Adrenaline Mob’s Mike Portnoy, Megadeth’s David Ellefson and Chris Broderick and Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler turning up to lend a hand.

Anthrax-Kelly West's Video Pick Of The Day (VIDEO)

Kelly West — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 22:44:51 +0000

Wish I could go to the White river Amphitheater today to watch the Amazing Slipknot, Slayer, Motorhead and Anthrax! I picked Anthrax today for the Video Pick of the Day during RoadRage! Turn it up! And I miss Headbangers Ball!

Rockstar Mayhem Festival At The White River Amphitheatre on July 3rd

John Riggs — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:41:06 +0000

Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival featuring Slipknot, Slayer, Motorhead and more will be live at the White River Amphitheatre on July 3rd and we’ve got your tickets! Tickets go on sale Friday, April 13th through Live Nation. Keep listening for chance at winning tickets.

Slayer Hitting Studio in March for New Album

Jeff Giles — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:54:42 +0000

Good news, Slayer fans: Your long wait for new music is almost over. The band has announced plans to head into the studio next month to start laying down tracks for their twelfth studio album, and first since 2009′s ‘World Painted Blood.’

Slayer Guitarist Kerry King: Big 4 May Be No More

Jon Wiederhorn — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 22:38:32 +0000

If you’ve been hoping and praying that the Big 4 will soon be playing a full U.S. tour, you might want to lower your expectations and be happy with that DVD of the Sonisphere show from Sofia, Bulgaria. In a recent interview with UK’s Classic Rock magazine, Slayer guitarist Kerry King said he can’t imagine Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax will stage any more Big 4 shows.

Slayer Guitarist Jeff Hanneman: Spider Bite Nearly Killed Me

Jon Wiederhorn — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:00:58 +0000

“I was an hour away from death,” Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman tells UK’s Classic Rock magazine about the infected spider bite that has kept him off the road since January.

Slayer Christmas Lights Display Rocks! [VIDEO]

John Riggs — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 22:59:27 +0000

This style of Christmas light displays have been around for a few years now. It started with traditional Christmas music, then moved to pop and Halloween songs. When you introduce Slayer to the mix, then you have my attention.

Anthrax, Megadeth and Slayer, to Appear at 'Metal Masters Clinic2 ' Next Month

Chris M. Junior — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:54:16 +0000

It should be good and loud, just like the first time.

On Sept. 12, a second ‘Metal Masters Clinic’ is set to commence, this time at the Best Buy Theater in Manhattan’s Times Square. Members from Anthrax, Megadeth and Slayer — three of the legendary “Big 4″ thrash-metal bands that will rock Yankee Stadium two days after the clinic — will be on hand to share anecdotes and rattle the rafters.

Big Four Announcing More Shows, But Not Here!

Kelly West — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 00:04:56 +0000

I am glad that they all are going to play more shows but REALLY??? Only one show in the United States?!?! They need to come to Washington!!! It will sell out in 24 hours! The Big Four’s slate of 2011 shows is expanding. The thrash giants appear to have more shows planned this year, in [...]

Holy Farking S–t! [VIDEO]

Todd Lyons — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:14:11 +0000

Guess we now know where we’ll be on April 23rd, 2011! In Indio, California to see “The Big 4″ – Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer! – for the FIRST and ONLY time in the U.S.!