Slayer guitarist, songwriter died of liver failure.
by Paul J. Pelkonen
Guitarist Jeff Hanneman, founding member of the Los Angeles heavy metal band Slayer, died yesterday of liver failure. He was 49.
His death was reported on Slayer's official Facebook page:
Mr. Hanneman was one of the pioneering thrash band's principal songwriters, penning some of the band's signature songs. He was also a ferocious live performer, with a wild, skittering guitar style that reflected the nightmarish content of Slayer's lyrics.
by Paul J. Pelkonen
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| Guitarist Jeff Hanneman of Slayer, onstage with the band in 2011. The damage from flesh-eating bacteria is visible on his right arm. Photo: Getty Images. |
His death was reported on Slayer's official Facebook page:
