Slayer/Exodus guitarist Gary Holt showed off his amazing guitar painted in his own blood by artist Vincent Castiglia at NAMM 2016, revealing they used 19 vials of the guitarist's blood for the work of art. Read More »
Yesterday's public memorial service for Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman went off without a hitch despite threats of protest from the Westboro Baptist Church. The event was open to the public where fans could enjoy some music as well as guest speakers. Eventually a mosh pit broke out! Read More »
Jeff Hanneman, founder and guitarist of the thrash metal band Slayer, died earlier ths month at the age of 49. Initial reports claimed that the rocker's death was a result of complications arising from an infectious spider bite Hanneman received years ago. But according to disease specialist Kent Sepkowitz, that's unlikely the case. Hanneman's fellow bandmates recently released a statement on Slayer's website, explaining that Hanneman actually passed away from the alcohol-related liver disease cirrhosis. Years of alcohol abuse and heavy drinking is what ultimately claimed Hanneman's life - not a spider. Read More »
Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo has been asked not to go on the band's Australian Soundwave tour. According to Lombardo, Slayer's lawyers asked him not to join the the band on tour after he had a dispute over money. Jon Dette will replace Lombardo on drums. Read More »
New Supergroup Formed: Includes Members Of Slayer, Exodus, Amen And Queens of the Stone Age Read More »
Tony Iommi says that Black Sabbath will tour in 2013. Read More »