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A New Low In Slayer Tattoos

  And we thought this Anthrax tattoo was pretty bad. Earlier this year, UGO put together a list of bad metal tattoos, one of which was the Slayer back piece seen above. Before seeing this tattoo, we never would have thought that any Slayer fan cou…… Continue Reading

Ryan Adams Performs Acoustic Rendition Of Danzig’s “Mother”

If only we had known about this before Mother’s Day. Apparently Ryan Adams has been performing an acoustic version of the Danzig classic “Mother” for encores during a few Europeans shows earlier this month. And now audio of him performing “Moth…… Continue Reading

PHILM: Slayer’s Dave Lombardo on Finally Getting His Passion Project Off the Ground

PHILM: Slayer’s Dave Lombardo on Finally Getting His Passion Project Off the Ground

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Cammy Kinney

If you’re a fan of Slayer legend Dave Lombardo’s drum work (and really, who isn’t?), then you need to check out PHILM. Also featuring the talents of vocalist/guitarist Gerry Nestler (also of prog-metallers…… Continue Reading

PHILM (Slayer) Streaming Debut Album “Harmonic”

@TheDaveLombardo PHILM, who feature Slayer‘s Dave Lombardo in their ranks, have made their entire debut album “Harmonic” available for streaming through AOLMusic.com. The effort is slated to arrive in stores tomorrow, May 15th, throug…… Continue Reading

Headbangers Brawl 5/11: Is There Still Genre Prejudice?

Headbangers’ Brawl is a weekly column where Metal Insider’s contributors take a moment to debate and analyze two opposing sides of a topical issue occurring in the world of metal and/or the music industry. Hardcore. Screamo. Doom. Grindcore. Dea…… Continue Reading

Exodus Preparing A “3 Guitar Attack” For Belgium’s Graspop Festival

Last week, it was revealed that former guitarist Rick Hunolt would be playing with Exodus during their upcoming touring commitments in place of Gary Holt, who will once again be filling in for Jeff Hanneman in Slayer. As exciting as it is to see Hunolt…… Continue Reading

PHILM (Slayer) Offer Free Download Of “Held In Light”

A free download of PHILM‘s new song “Held In Light” can be found over at Rcrdlbl.com. The group, who famously feature Slayer‘s Dave Lombardo, will release their debut album “Harmonic” on May 15th through Ipecac Recor…… Continue Reading

Anthrax Preparing For “Bare Bones” Set On Mayhem Fest

As awesome as this Summer is turning out to be for metal tours, we still stand by the claim that Mayhem Fest has the strongest lineup of all the touring festivals this year. Seriously, Slipknot, Slayer, Motörhead, and Anthrax alone make this a killer …… Continue Reading

Metal Insider’s Top 5: Disappointing Albums From Great Bands

Metal Insider’s Top 5 is a column where we count down the top five of…well basically anything. Metal fans always try to focus on the incredible, awe-inspiring albums that legendary bands have given us. However, the truth is that almost every gre…… Continue Reading

R.I.P. Adam Yauch Of The Beastie Boys

As anyone with an Internet connection knows, the Beastie Boys’ Adam Yauch, aka MCA, passed away earlier today at the age of 47 after a battle with cancer. There’s really nothing to say. The trio were one of rap’s best-known bands, but…… Continue Reading

Slayer’s Kerry King Appears In New Jägermeister TV Commercial

Slayer guitarist Kerry King is among the athletes and other personalities featured in a new TV commercial for Jägermeister. You can watch it below:… Continue Reading

Slayer Guitarist Kerry King Appearing in New Television Commercial

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After being introduced to the public in 1935, Jägermeister is finally launching their first-ever television campaign. The German alcohol giant enlisted critically acclaimed film producer Albert Hughes and Emmy Aw…… Continue Reading

Kerry King Gets A Seat At The Jäger Table

It’s no surprise that Slayer like  Jägermeister, especially lead guitarist Kerry King. However, we were a little surprised to see him prominently featured in their new advertising campaign, A Stronger Bond. In the spot,”A Seat at the Tabl…… Continue Reading

Guitarist Rick Hunolt To Fill In For Exodus’ Upcoming Shows

It was announced yesterday that guitarist Gary Holt would once again be filling in for Jeff Hanneman during Slayer’s upcoming tour commitments. While it’s great that Slayer can utilize Holt’s services again, it leaves Exodus without their foundin…… Continue Reading

Slayer Release Statement Updating the Health Status of Jeff Hanneman

Slayer Release Statement Updating the Health Status of Jeff Hanneman

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Mark Seliger

Slayer just released a letter to their fans updating them on the health status of guitarist Jeff Hanneman. In early 2011, the 48-year-old contracted necrotizing fasciitis — a rare infection that attacks the skin and…… Continue Reading

Slayer Issue Update On Guitarist Jeff Hanneman’s Health

Slayer have issued the following open letter regarding the ongoing recovery of their guitarist Jeff Hanneman: “Slayer fans everywhere – it’s time to let you know what is going on with our brother Jeff Hanneman. As you know, Jeff was b…… Continue Reading

Spider Still Sidelining Slayer Six Stringer

As you all know by now, guitarist Jeff Hanneman has been absent from Slayer’s touring commitments for over a year now while recovering from an infected spider bite on his arm. While his condition has been improving, Slayer have just announced that Ha…… Continue Reading

Headbangers’ Brawl 4/27: Which 2012 Summer Touring Fest Has The Strongest Lineup?

With the official announcement of the Trespass America Festival this past week, this Summer has gotten even more crowded with touring festivals. It’s a Summer that will find Mayhem Fest, Summer Slaughter, All Stars Tour and others duking it out for t…… Continue Reading

PHILM (Slayer) Book May Hollywood, CA Show

PHILM (Slayer) will play a release show in support of their debut album “Harmonic” next month. The group are scheduled to play The Viper Room in West Hollywood, CA on May 15th—the same day “Harmonic” arrives in stores…. Continue Reading

And Now Your Weekly ‘New Slayer Album’ Update From Kerry King

Ok, so we’ve been giving a lot of coverage on Slayer’s new album and EP. But from what we can tell, it appears that we’re not the only ones excited for new Slayer material. Most of the updates we’ve heard so far have come from drummer Dave Lomb…… Continue Reading