Venom frontman Conrad Lant dies at Newcastle metal icon

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Conrad 'Cronos' Lant, frontman of Newcastle metal band Venom, has died.

Conrad 'Cronos' Lant, the frontman of Newcastle metal band Venom, has died. The announcement was made on Thursday. Venom described him as 'fearless and unmistakable' as fans and fellow musicians paid tribute to the pioneering musician.

Lant was a significant figure in black metal, and his death prompted tributes from across the music world. His legacy with Venom, described as rock giants, will continue through the band's influence on the genre.

Venom frontman Conrad Lant dies at Newcastle metal icon — Image: BBC Tyne And Wear

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Black metal mourns pioneering Venom frontmanBBC Tyne And Wear · 2 Oct, 13:32
'His legend will live on' Tributes pour in as Venom star and Newcastle metal icon Conrad Lant diesChronicleLive · 2 Oct, 10:42

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