PRIMUS Welcomes Spencer Prewett on Drums—Band to Play 100x Faster or Else

Experimental rock legends Primus have taken their quirky sense of humor to new heights by hiring Spencer Prewett, former drummer for Canadian tech-death outfit Archspire, as their new rhythm wizard. The announcement came with one shocking twist: the band’s signature offbeat grooves are getting a warp-speed makeover. Les Claypool issued […]

Tim Lambesis Has Just Quit AS I LAY DYING ‘Cause Everyone Else Did

In an unexpected twist that no one saw coming (except, well, everyone), Tim Lambesis has officially quit AS I LAY DYING, citing “extreme loneliness” after all other members and crew bailed ahead of the band’s European tour. After turning the tour bus into his personal protein den, Lambesis reportedly found […]

AS I LAY DYING Cancels Tour As Pretty Much Everyone Leaves The Band

Well, folks, it’s official: AS I LAY DYING’s highly anticipated European tour is off the table, and the reason is a little more muscle-bound than you’d expect. Following bassist Ryan Neff’s dramatic exit, citing “personal and professional reasons” (which we all know is code for “Lambesis’ sweat puddles are life-threatening”), […]

The SLAYER Fitness Playlist: Pump, Thrash, Repeat

Meet Jeff, a 34-year-old personal trainer with biceps bigger than your head, and a love for thrash metal so deep it might be considered a cardio workout on its own. After years of crafting perfect kettlebell routines and protein shakes, Jeff has decided to share his Top 5 SLAYER albums […]