The former Slayer guitarist celebrates the inclusive and intergenerational spirit of Metal.
A unique brotherhood
In a recent interview with Blunt Magazine While touring Australia for his solo project, iconic Slayer guitarist Kerry King shared his thoughts on the impact of metal and its inclusiveness. According to him, this musical genre transcends generations and creates a unique bond between fans.
“Metal is more of a brotherhood than any other type of music. 20 years ago, I already saw older brothers bringing their younger brothers or even parents coming with their children. This kind of music is not alienating in a family setting. It's not 'nerdy' to like the same music as your parents, on the contrary, it's really cool. And it’s one of the few types of music where that’s possible.”
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An intergenerational audience
Kerry King also observes that metal concerts attract an impressive range of ages. During the first concert of his solo project in Chicago, he noticed a mix of generations, with early fans and younger ones wearing Slayer, Metallica, and Megadeth t-shirts.
“Metal is a very particular type of music. It transcends ages and brings together people from all walks of life. It’s a real bridge between generations.”
A new chapter with From Hell I Rise
In 2024, Kerry King released his first solo album, From Hell I Rise. Surrounded by talented musicians like Phil Demmel (Machine Head) and Paul Bostaph (ex-Slayer), King proves that he remains a living force in the world of metal, even after the end of Slayer (who will only play occasional concerts ).
With a North American tour planned for early 2025, followed by a series of European dates including performances in Switzerland (Zurich), Belgium (Alcatraz Festival in Kortrijk) and France (Motocultor Festival in Carhaix), Kerry King continues to bringing the spirit of metal to life.
