Dave Mustaine On Jeff Hanneman's Passing "The Stage Got Just A Little Bit Darker"

Megadeth mainman Dave Mustaine has commented on the death yesterday of Slayer guitarist, the legendary and iconic thrasher, Jeff Hanneman.

Said Mustaine in an online posting: "We send our condolences and deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and fans of Jeff Hanneman. Our hearts go out to his brothers in SLAYER. Tonight one less star will be shining and sadly, the stage got just a little bit darker. Jeff Hanneman 1964-2013."

Jeff Hanneman died of liver failure following a three day visit to the hospital.

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Jason Fisher    May 03, 2013