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The Rev

American musician (1981-2009) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 28

James Owen Sullivan, also known by his stage name The Rev, was an American musician and songwriter. He was the drummer, pianist, backing vocalist, and occasional co-lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold, which he co-founded in 1999.

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He was previously the lead vocalist and pianist of the avant-garde metal band Pinkly Smooth and drummer for the ska punk band Suburban Legends from 1998 to 1999.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1981 to 2009 · aged 28

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