by Zach Shaw | Nov 18, 2013 | Interviews
Opening for a band like Slayer can either be a blessing or a curse. On the one hand, it gives you the chance to perform for a massive new audience of passionate metal heads. However, those dedicated fans aren’t exactly known for being kind towards anyone that isn’t...
by Metal Insider | Aug 2, 2013 | Interviews
Outspoken Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine recently conducted an interview with Denver Westwood, in which he talks about his drug related past, religious beliefs, and the unfortunate passing of Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman. One the subject of God and religion,...
by Zach Shaw | May 2, 2013 | In Memoriam
Earlier today, Slayer revealed that guitarist and original member Jeff Hanneman passed away. While he had been sidelined from the road for over two years due to an infected spider bite, Hanneman reportedly suffered from liver failure. Hanneman was 49 years old. Slayer...
by Zach Shaw | Feb 26, 2013 | Metal Musical Chairs
[youtube width=”500″ height=”344″]http://youtu.be/JYp3gUw0Dyw[/youtube] Jon Dette might be one of the busiest guys in metal right now. Not only is he playing with Slayer in Australia (amidst a whole lot of drama), but he’s also filling in on...
by Zach Shaw | Feb 21, 2013 | Bummer Alert
In a surprise turn of events, it’s been revealed that Dave Lombardo will not be joining Slayer during their upcoming Australian tour. More shocking, though, is that the drummer claims that he’s being “replaced” for the tour due to business reasons. In a revealing...