Update: Slayer's Jeff Hanneman Died of Alcohol-Related Cirrhosis; Memorial Event Planned By Guitar World Staff published 10 May 13
From the Archive: Guitarist Jeff Hanneman Discusses Gear and Slayer's Beginnings By By Randy Howard, Photo by Joey Foley published 3 May 13 Slayer's Jeff Hanneman talks to Guitar World about the early days of the band.
Slayer Guitarist and Co-Founder Jeff Hanneman Dead at 49 By Damian Fanelli published 3 May 13 Two years after contracting a rare skin tissue disease, Slayer guitarist and co-founder Jeff Hanneman died Thursday, May 2, 2013, of liver failure at a Southern California hospital.
Rock World Reacts to Death of Slayer Guitarist Jeff Hanneman By Guitar World Staff published 3 May 13
Slayer Release Statement Regarding Split with Drummer Dave Lombardo By Guitar World Staff published 22 February 13 Slayer have released a statement about the news that they have parted with drummer Dave Lombardo, as reported yesterday.
Drummer Dave Lombardo Fired from Slayer for Upcoming Tour By Guitar World Staff published 21 February 13
Photo Gallery: Guitar World Rock and Roll Roast of Zakk Wylde, Part 2 By Guitar World Staff published 16 January 13 In anticipation of the upcoming Rock & Roll Roast of Dee Snider, we're taking a look back at some highlights from last year's roast of Zakk Wylde.
Photo Gallery: Guitar World Rock & Roll Roast of Zakk Wylde, Part 1 By Guitar World Staff published 14 January 13 As we wish Zakk Wylde a happy birthday, we look back on last year's Rock & Roll Roast!
Review: Samson's Metal Masters 4 Turns in a Fiery Night of Metal at NYC's Gramercy Theatre By Kory Grow published 10 September 12
Metal Masters 4 Clinic to Be Live-Streamed By Guitar World Staff published 7 September 12 If you can't make it out to New York City's Gramercy Theater on Friday, September 7, Revolver will be streaming the sold-out Metal Masters 4 clinic live that evening.
Mayhem Tour Receives Record Turn Out By Jack Mullin published 2 July 12 During the first stop of the 26 date tour, Anthrax, Slipknot, Slayer, and Motorhead saw the biggest audience ever on their five-year-old tour, with 26,150 in the crowd, 4,000 more than ever before.
Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch (MCA) Dead at 47 By Josh Hart published 4 May 12 Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch, better known to millions as MCA, died earlier today in New York City after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 47.
Video: Slayer Guitarist Kerry King Featured in Jagermeister Commercial By Josh Hart published 3 May 12 Considering they've headlined the Jägermeister Music Tour three times, it's safe to say Slayer have cemented their relationship with Germany's most famous exported liquor.
Exodus to Be Joined By Former Guitarist Rick Hunolt on Upcoming Tour Dates By Josh Hart published 1 May 12 Given the recent news that guitarist Gary Holt will once again be joining Slayer on the road this summer, it's fair to ask what will become of Exodus' touring plans in the meantime.
Slayer Issue Health Update on Jeff Hanneman; Gary Holt to Continue to Fill In Live By Josh Hart published 1 May 12 Slayer have issued an open letter addressed to "Slayer fans around the world," updating fans on the state of guitarist Jeff Hanneman as well the band's plans for the rest of the year.
Replay: Metal Masters 3 Clinic By Josh Hart published 13 April 12 After the massive success of the Metal Masters 2 last year in New York City, the action headed west as the Metal Masters 3 clinic took place in Los Angeles.
Slayer Launch "Reign In Blood" Brand Wine By Josh Hart published 5 April 12 Slayer may be well on their way to becoming the Kiss of thrash metal.
Rock Community Reacts to Death of Longtime Slayer Guitar Tech Armand Crump By Damian Fanelli published 1 April 12