James "The Rev" Sullivan



On December 28, 2009, drummer James "The Rev" Sullivan was found dead at his home at age 28. Autopsies were inconclusive, but on June 9, 2010, the cause kematian'y trungkap namely krn drunk "polydrug acute because of the effect of combination oxycodone, Oxymorphone, Diazepam / Nordiazepam and ethanol."
In a statement the band, they expressed their sorrow over meninggal'y The Rev and his family asked for privacy to be respected: It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we inform you of the "meninggal'y Jimmy The Rev" Sullivan today. Jimmy was not only one of the best drummers in the world, but more importantly he is also a relative friend BGI our best.
Our thoughts and prayers trtuju KPD Jimmy families and we hope that you will respect their privacy during a difficult time.
Shown on the official website Avenged Sevenfold is a message from the Sullivan family who expressed gratitude to his fans for their support: "We say Thank ksih KPD all fans of Jimmy to comment tulus'y.
In addition to comments made about the death of Sullivan, the band's manager Larry Jacobson disclose how Sullivan is a good figure to all. Jacobson in the interview: He's expressive. He will tell you how he feels
about you - you jgn surprised if he put his arm around you, "he said," He knows how to tell his friends he loves them ..
In addition to Jacobson, more than 50 musical artists comment on the death of Sullivan. On January 5, 2010 a private funeral was held for The Rev. On January 6, 2010, James Sullivan's body was buried in Good Shepherd Cemetery in Huntington Beach, California
January 13, 2010 edition of Kerrang! Displaying an article about the death of The Rev, where fans and stars tribute to him. Simultaneously, Zacky Vengeance express his feelings, stating that "Jimmy will always be with me in everything I do. Except sit at home became sad, so today I will try to start living again. Forever.
In a recent interview with M. Shadows of death The Rev, Shadows July will confirm d fifth album release for Avenged Sevenfold. "So much of who I want to talk but can not find the words so I will wait until the time that can allow me to find a way to express yourself.
We've just finished writing a note with Jimmy. I can not promise future because now is too painful to think about, but we know that we need to record and release these records to honor Jimmy, for Jimmy. He would call me every night to talk about the song and said 'damn, this will change the world. "I agree with him, unfortunately I do not think semua'y would turn out this way. Please be patient because we can not imagine how difficult it is to pass, we just know we have to do to his legacy. After that, who knows?
"In a recent interview conducted by the Huntington Beach Independent newspaper, parents Jimmy Sullivan, Babara and Joseph revealed the following information about the new album Avenged Sevenfold:" Most important to him, Jimmy had just finished writing songs for the new album, Avenged Sevenfold - he even called one of his masterpiece "When he wrote the song., he shall record the time singing, playing piano and drums - then, when he played for me, she'll sing orchestra or guitar part that will be added later. I am grateful that I have to tell you how much I love and admire his music. Later, Barbara commented that, "Jimmy has written several songs really good. I am so proud of him, and I know that although it would be very difficult for them, the band will do a great job. Needless to say, this 'all recordings Jimmy' almost impossible for me to listen, but this is thanks to them. They plan to dedicate this album to The Rev.
On February 17, 2010, Avenged Sevenfold declare that they have entered the studio, along with Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy ", to replace the position of The Rev" I want our fans to know that Jimmy sllu in our hearts, our trip to the official record begins. Jimmy left this world with an extraordinary gift and now it becomes our duty to make sure to give a gift to our fans.
Jimmy wanted drummer favorit'y "Mike Portnoy" to record their own name. Mike said it would be honorary and without question he will melakukan'y for Jimmy. It's a pride BGI us that someone like Mike, who no doubt, and respected as one of the best drummers in the world.