RIP Vinnie Paul

JonInMiddleGA · 06-23-2018, 12:09 AM

Drummer Vinnie Paul, co-founder of metal band Pantera, has died. Currently a member of Hellyeah, Paul was 54.

His representative confirmed the legendary drummer’s death to Billboard, but added that no further details are available at this time.

"Vincent Paul Abbott aka Vinnie Paul has passed away," reads a statement on the Pantera Facebook page. "Paul is best known for his work as the drummer in the bands Pantera and Hellyeah. No further details are available at this time. The family requests you please respect their privacy during this time."

Along with his brother, Dimebag Darrell, Paul (born Vincent Paul Abbott) formed Pantera in 1981. The group found mainstream success with second lead singer Phil Anselmo. Throughout its career, Pantera earned four Grammy nominations and charted nine albums on the Billboard 200, including its 1994 album Far Beyond Driven, which debuted at No. 1 on the chart.

https://www.billboard.com/articles/n...eplan-hellyeah

claphamsa · 06-23-2018, 06:49 PM

who the hell thought both abbots would die before phil....crazy

Ksyrup · 06-23-2018, 07:25 PM

Died in his sleep, but that doesn't necessarily mean it was natural causes.

06-23-2018, 06:49 PM	#2
claphamsa Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: non white trash MD	who the hell thought both abbots would die before phil....crazy __________________ Dominating Warewolf for 0 games! GIT R DUN!!!

06-23-2018, 07:25 PM	#3
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	Died in his sleep, but that doesn't necessarily mean it was natural causes. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."

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