Today in Metal History – December 31st

By Dark Luna Dec 31, 2024 0

Today in Metal History – December 31st

Metal Birthdays

December 31st 1951

Tom Hamilton – Aerosmith

Thomas William Hamilton is an American musician and songwriter who serves as the bassist for the hard rock band Aerosmith.

December 31st 1963

Scott Ian – Anthrax

Scott Ian Rosenfeld is an American musician, best known as the rhythm guitarist, lyricist and co-founder of the thrash metal band Anthrax. Founding member of the crossover thrash band Stormtroopers of Death.

December 31st 1972

Sean Kelly – Helix

Sean Kelly is a Canadian musician living in Toronto, currently playing guitar with Lee Aaron. He was a member of Canadian rock band Helix.

Metal Memory

December 31st 1984

Rick Allen of Def Leppard Car Accident

Rick Allen of Def Leppard lost his arm in a devastating car accident. Despite the tragedy, he made an inspiring comeback, continuing to play drums with the band. 🤘

December 31st 1985

Metallica, Megadeth, Exodus and Metal Church

Metallica, Megadeth, Exodus and Metal Church rocked the S.F. Civic Center on New Year’s Eve for just $20! Originally, Anthrax was set to play but was replaced by Megadeth last minute. 🎸🤘

Metal Memory Lane

On This Day in Metal – December 30th

OnThisDay in metal history: 🎸 Single from #JudasPriest! 🤘 Celebrating the birthdays of #CozyPowell and #ChrisBarnes! 🌟 Remembering the legendary #AlexiLaiho, who we lost on this day. 🎶

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