Category Archives: Sad News

Sad News: Blake Harrison (former Pig Destroyer) has died

Posted by on March 11, 2024

  We are saddened to hear about the passing of former Pig Destroyer member Blake Harrison. In addition to Pig Destroyer, the 48-year-old is known for his contributions to projects, including Tentacles of God, Triac, Zealot R.I.P., Daybreak, and Hatebeak. He also contributed to Decibel Magazine’s For Those About to Squawk column. Decibel Magazine ultimately […]

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Keyboard maestro Vitalij Kuprij (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) has passed away at 49

Posted by on February 21, 2024

  We are saddened to report that Ukrainian-American keyboard maestro Vitalij Kuprij has passed away at 49. Known for his contributions to progressive metal bands like Artension and Ring of Fire and touring with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Kuprij has left a legacy of exceptional talent from his extensive career. Longtime friend Lars Eric Mattsson confirmed […]

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Sad News: MC5 co-founder Wayne Kramer has passed away

Posted by on February 4, 2024

  We are saddened to report the passing of Wayne Kramer, cofounder/guitarist-vocalist of the legendary Detroit punk group MC5. According to a social media post on Friday (2nd), the 75-year-old musician died after a battle with pancreatic cancer.    The statement read: “Wayne Kramer passed away today peacefully from pancreatic cancer. He will be remembered […]

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Former Cryptopsy vocalist Martin Lacroix has passed away

Posted by on January 18, 2024

  Former Cryptopsy vocalist and visual artist Martin Lacroix has passed away. The Canadian technical death metal outfit mourned the loss of their former frontman earlier today (18th) on social media with the following statement:   “Farewell to Martin Lacroix, a formidable presence in Cryptopsy. His brutal vocals, artistic prowess, and his warmth as a human […]

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Ex-Scorpions/Kingdom Come drummer James Kottak dead at 61

Posted by on January 9, 2024

  Kingdom Come, ex-Scorpions drummer James Kottak has passed away at 61. The news was first reported on Metal Sludge. Kottak’s daughter said to TMZ that her father passed away earlier this morning (9th) in Louisville, KY. Details behind the circumstances surrounding Kottak’s death have yet to be disclosed, as well as the cause.  James’ […]

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