Kerry King

Biography

Kerry King is an American guitarist and songwriter, celebrated as a co-founder and one of the main creative forces behind the pioneering thrash metal band Slayer. Known for his aggressive, chaotic, and influential guitar work, he helped define the genre with his contributions to landmark albums like 'Reign in Blood' and 'Seasons in the Abyss'. His distinct visual style, with his trademark tattoos and chains, is as iconic as his sound. Following Slayer's farewell tour, he launched a solo career, continuing his uncompromising musical vision with the 2024 album 'From Hell I Rise', released on #Reigning Phoenix Music# and featuring drummer *Paul Bostaph* and *Death Angel* vocalist *Mark Osegueda*.