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Cronos Dies at 63, Venom Frontman’s Final Album Out

By Drooid · Oct 2, 2026, 2:49 PM UTC · How we work

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Cronos Dies

Conrad “Cronos” Lant, Venom’s frontman, died at 63.
No cause of death was disclosed.
He sang and played bass for Venom for over four decades, co-writing Welcome to Hell (1981) and Black Metal (1982).
Into Oblivion, released May 2026, was his final record with the band.
Son Nathan thanked fans and guitarist Gary Holt posted a tribute.

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Cronos Sues Abaddon

Cronos sued Abaddon and Plastic Head Music Distribution over unauthorized Venom merchandise in June 2024.
Lant testified he originated Venom’s Satanic-themed logo and album artwork.
Abaddon counterclaimed he authored the disputed designs.
The case highlighted three active groups using Venom name variations in 2026.
Legal filings revealed ongoing disputes over licensing agreements for Venom’s visual brand.

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Cronos Dies

Conrad “Cronos” Lant, Venom’s frontman, died at 63.
No cause of death was disclosed.
He sang and played bass for Venom for over four decades, co-writing Welcome to Hell (1981) and Black Metal (1982).
Into Oblivion, released May 2026, was his final record with the band.
Son Nathan thanked fans and guitarist Gary Holt posted a tribute.

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