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Slaughter to Prevail's Jack Simmons Addresses Tattoo Controversy

10/23/2025

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Jack Simmons, Slaughter to Prevail guitarist, acknowledged past mistakes regarding the use of controversial symbols.
Simmons said the band does not hold extremist beliefs and that the Black Sun tattoo was a design choice.
Simmons noted the symbol's cultural context is often misunderstood online.
Despite backlash, the band will focus on music and positive show experiences.
Their upcoming album is expected to be their most personal work yet.

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Jack Simmons, Slaughter to Prevail guitarist, acknowledged past mistakes regarding the use of controversial symbols.
Simmons said the band does not hold extremist beliefs and that the Black Sun tattoo was a design choice.
Simmons noted the symbol's cultural context is often misunderstood online.
Despite backlash, the band will focus on music and positive show experiences.
Their upcoming album is expected to be their most personal work yet.