Died On This Date (September 7, 2008) Chris “Witchhunter” Dudek / Sodom
themusicsover Witchhunter (Born Chris Dudek)
DOB Unknown – September 7, 2008
Chris Dudek, who went by the stage name, Witchhunter was the original drummer for German thrash metal band, Sodom. Formed in 1982, the band would become a major influence on the black metal scene of the late ’80s and early ’90s. Influenced by such bands as Motorhead, Venom, and Accept, Sodom recorded a couple of demos that eventually got them signed to Steamhammer Records. Dudek played in the band until 1992 but reunited to guest with the band on their 2008 release, The Final Sign Of Evil. Apparently suffering for many years with alcohol and drug abuse, Chris Dudek died of liver failure on September 7, 2008.
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