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Kerry King Unleashes Solo Band with Slayer Vibes

2/18/2025

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Kerry King opened up about his solo band, featuring ex-Slayer drummer Paul Bostaph and guitarist Phil Demmel. He lauded Demmel's impressive guitar work, highlighting a sound reminiscent of Slayer yet uniquely fresh. King embraced the creative freedom of this project, sharing his initial hesitation about the band's name, which ultimately grew on him.

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Kerry King opened up about his solo band, featuring ex-Slayer drummer Paul Bostaph and guitarist Phil Demmel. He lauded Demmel's impressive guitar work, highlighting a sound reminiscent of Slayer yet uniquely fresh. King embraced the creative freedom of this project, sharing his initial hesitation about the band's name, which ultimately grew on him.