Slayer Won't Record Without Jeff Hanneman

He made a surprise appearance during the Big 4 thrash concert in California in April, but only played a handful of tracks. He's been replaced on tour by Exodus guitarist Gary Holt then Cannibal Corpse axeman Pat O'Brian. Slayer frontman Tom Araya tells Billboard: "It was a big deal for him to play in California � it was a big deal for us too. We thought it would be a nice surprise for everybody, and also make them aware he's still there. more on this story