Kerry King

Kerry Ray King (born June 3, 1964) is an American musician, best known for being the co-lead guitarist and songwriter of thrash metal band Slayer. He co-founded the band with Jeff Hanneman in 1981 and is one of two members to stay with the band for its 45-year existence (with the exception of their 2019–2024 breakup), along with the frontman and bassist Tom Araya. King is also currently a solo artist, with his debut album From Hell I Rise released in May 2024.