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Kerry King

Kerry King
King performing with Slayer in 2019
King performing with Slayer in 2019
Background information
Birth nameKerry Ray King
Born (1964-06-03) June 3, 1964 (age 59)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
GenresThrash metal
Occupation(s)
  • Musician
  • songwriter
Instrument(s)Guitar
Years active1981–present
Member ofSlayer
Websitekerrykingofficial.com Edit this at Wikidata

Kerry Ray King (born June 3, 1964)[1] is an American musician, best known for being the co-lead guitarist and songwriter of thrash metal band Slayer. He co-founded the band with Jeff Hanneman in 1981 and was one of two members to stay with the band for its 38-year existence, along with Tom Araya. After Slayer's disbandment in 2019, King went on to pursue a solo career, with his debut album From Hell I Rise due in May 2024.[2]

  1. ^ McIver, Joel (2010). The Bloody Reign of Slayer. Omnibus Press. p. 17. ISBN 978-1-84938-386-8.
  2. ^ "KERRY KING Announces Lineup Of Solo Band, Shares First Single 'Idle Hands'". Blabbermouth.net. February 5, 2024. Retrieved February 5, 2024.