Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. with an exceedingly high opimum overdose. Wayne was scheduled to co-headline tours with Powerman 5000 and Drowning Pool over the next several months. The new album was produced by the band's current vocalist . (Kevin . They were Teras. Smoke this. Im serious, addiction is real and takes fools out. In California, Wells and Jay formed Static-X along with Tony Campos on bass and Koichi Fukuda on guitar. I played with him in his first band, Deep Blue Dream, in 1987/88, Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan tweeted. The fact that he can be on another new album after hes gone. Static-X Frontman Wayne Static Dead at 48 - Rolling Stone The real identity of Xer0 remains a mystery. [32] Static was cremated in California. Failed to remove flower. Insiders said theautopsy conducted on Elvisafter his death on Aug. 16, 1977 which ruled therock n roll icondied of cardiac arrhythmia covered upa deadly prescription by a dentist! Mansons next victims weresuburbanitesLeno and Rosemary LaBianca,. "When you, as an audience member, go to a show, you may go to a show once, twice, three times a week, maybe, tops," he explained. Resend Activation Email. | This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Tera got Wayne hooked on medication prescribed to her.. The new issue of Metal Hammer features two different covers: Sabaton and Babymetal! Static-X releasedProject Regeneration Vol. But Wayne would love this, Campos said. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Thankfully all I did was drink a lot and avoid that dangerous stuff. He was kind of a timid guy initially, but once you got to know him he opened up.. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. His parents decided at age seven to get him his first real guitar, an S12 beginner model. Try again. Metallica reveal details of special 72 Seasons global album listening event, Rob Halford on Ozzy Osbourne's retirement from touring: "he made the right call", Every issue delivered direct to your door. A friend of Tera's named Rik Marin posted the following message in the comments section on BLABBERMOUTH.NET's Facebook page: "I spent all day yesterday with Tara [sic]. To remember the good times we had. A coroner has confirmed that Wayne Static's widow Tera Wray committed suicide. The 48-year-old Static, whose real name was Wayne Richard Wells, was found dead in his Landers, California home on November 1, 2014. He was three years old when he received his first toy guitar. His solo album Pighammer was released on October 4, 2011. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Wayne Wells (138183019)? [GRAPHIC PHOTOS FOLLOW], DAVID CARRADINE. "Unfortunately, Wayne wasn't the first friend I lost because of drug addiction, so it was just like seeing it happen all over again to somebody else that I'm close with. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Wayne Static Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images waiterRON GOLDMANstarred in the Trial of the Century afterO.J. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. David Lindley, Multi-Instrumentalist Who Shaped the Sound of Soft Rock, Dead at 78 Static-X singer-songwriter Wayne Static died of a drug overdose in 2014. You can also send an e-mail to blabbermouthinbox(@)gmail.com with pertinent details. The coroners report ended in an official ruling of suicide, with the rock star having made no secret of his rampant depression. Thats when Wayne Wells became Wayne Static. It was the perfect soundtrack for the times. She came on stage and danced for a few songs and I think Tony [Campos, then-STATIC-X bassist] didn't like that. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. And there are five that we developed from Waynes last demos. His death must have weighed on her tremendously. I thought it was a fucking joke, he says. It was a very cold day in December. We got in on the tail-end of that just as Coal Chamber were pretty big, System Of A Down, Snot, says Tony. To report spam or any abusive, obscene, defamatory, racist, homophobic or threatening comments, or anything that may violate any applicable laws, use the "Report to Facebook" and "Mark as spam" links that appear next to the comments themselves. Two years later, Static revived the Static-X moniker as his own solo project. Instead of hating we should all be happy that Tara had made Wayne so happy he really loved Tera. Add to your scrapbook. Static founded STATIC-X in 1994 and achieved commercial success with the band's 1999 debut, "Wisconsin Death Trip", which included the rock radio hit "Push It". On November 1, 2014, Wayne Wells died after ingesting a toxic mixture of prescription drugs and alcohol, the result of an addiction that plagued his later life and alienated him from his former bandmates. Recording technology is incredible., Project Regeneration, Vol. based on information from your browser. Static X signiert signiert 12x12 Promo Wohnung Wisconsin Death Trip The new album is a collection of 13 brand-new songs that contains the final vocal performances & musical compositions of founding vocalist Wayne Static, along with the original Wisconsin Death Trip lineup featuring Tony Campos (bass), Koichi Fukuda (guitars) and Ken Jay (drums). It's very rare to hear any of the members of Static-X discussing the death of the band's founding frontman, Wayne Static. I wanna have her with me at all times. In 2004, Epiphone released a Wayne Static signature Flying V Guitar. The LP is a collection of 13 brand-new songs that contain the final vocal performances and musical compositions of founding vocalist Wayne Static, along with the original "Wisconsin Death Trip . The decedents mother stated he was a self-admitted alcoholic. He was with an embalmer during the autopsyafter the stars strange passingon Aug. 5, 1962. It was a decision that was viewed in some quarters as misguided at best and a sick stunt at worst. [2][3][4][5][6] He grew up in Shelby, Michigan before moving to Chicago, Illinois and California. A memorial rock concert which included performances by heavy metal legends like Dave Navarro, Alice Cooper, and more was held in Statics honor at the Whiskey-a-Go-Go in Los Angeles on Jan. 20. They were all on the cusp of getting deals. The 48-year-old Static, whose real name was Wayne Richard Wells, was found dead in his Landers, California home on November 1, 2014. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. ", Static's mother also told the coroner that her son was a "self-admitted alcoholic" for whom drinking had been a problem for two years. Sorry! All Rights Reserved. *~She appeared in Adult Films under the name of Tera Wray from 2006 to 2008. The funny thing is, before we got married and she was a porn star, she rode with us on the bus for a whole year, [and] everyone loved her then. VQPR has represented Wayne Static in the past, and according to this source drugs did not play a part in the musician's death, insisting in the statement from a publicist that the singer and guitarist had kicked hard drugs in 2009. Cops believed there was a personal motivation. In 2012, Static joined Dean guitars and started playing custom ML Modifier. The band released six albums, the most notable being 2001's "Wisconsin Death Trip," which went platinum. Based on a few tributes, it was assumed Static. Were just living in the moment, Campos said. I don't know why.". Wayne Wells and Ken Jay arrived in Los Angeles from Chicago in the early 90s, just as nu metal was starting to make its presence felt in the citys clubs. Tony and Ken had patched up their differences before Waynes death, but this was something more. I've always had the position of, 'Do whatever you want, but if it starts getting in the way of what you have to do, then you need to start rethinking your priorities.' Her body was discovered January 14, 2016. So glad I live a sober life today. It featured an Explorer-shaped body, single Seymour Duncan Distortion humbucker, and nickel/diamond-plated scratchplate covering the entire mahogany body, as seen in live photographs.[19]. Long story short, the band fell apart. Learn more about managing a memorial . You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. And,just like with Belushi,. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Theres going to be at least seven or eight songs with Waynes vocals on them, says Tony. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Static-x would release five more albums, ending with Cult of Static In 2009, Then Static began a solo career.Wayne Static was known for his signature hairstyle, wearing it spiked up to stand on end. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. I know she loved Wayne dearly. [citation needed], In an interview done on November 26, 2013, it was confirmed that Static-X disbanded in June 2013. We want to hear it. That unlikely pairing would later hit the studio for DMCs rap-rock trackNoise Revolution., Trending We were emailing back & forth on Tuesday. The San Bernardino County Coroner's Office says toxicology results showed a fatal combo of prescription. According to Static, the disputes between himself and the band's former bassist Tony Campos over the rights to the band name had gone too far, forcing him to disband the four-piece. BLABBERMOUTH.NET reserves the right to "hide" comments that may be considered offensive, illegal or inappropriate and to "ban" users that violate the site's Terms Of Service. [16], He had been set to play a co-headlining tour in the U.S. with Powerman 5000 in November 2014 with American Head Charge supporting them.[17]. Heres how it works. The Static-X bassist isnt exaggerating. I could give a shit if we did an interview and his girlfriend was sitting next to us. Static-Xs fractured original line-up Tony plus drummer Ken Jay and guitarist Koichi Fukuda reunited this year for a tour to mark the anniversary of the bands 1999 debut, Wisconsin Death Trip, and a mooted new album due in early 2020. whodfound fame as a Paralympics runnerOpens a New Window. I don't know. and some suggestedBobs old costarRichard Dawsonhadhelped cover for his alleged murderer! .SHARON TATEOpens a New Window. 1 earlier this year, which featured some of Wayne Static's final vocal performances. But, in a recent interview with "Rock & Roll Beer Guy" podcast, bassist Tony Compos addressed his former bandmate and friend's death. tour to mark the anniversary of the bands 1999 debut, The real identity of Xer0 remains a mystery, Robb Flynn: "This gang threatened to throw grenades onstage while I played". Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. It was almost impossible to believe this was the body of Marilyn Monroe, Allan recalled. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. At the moment though, Static-X will remain my main priority." Pistorius insisted hed mistaken Reeva for a burglar, Stories From The Life and Times of Hollywood. Wayne Static Remembered by Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Corgan, Motorhead & More, The report, via Blabbermouth.net, states: On November 1, at approximately 0700 hours, [Wayne] and his wife went to bed. She found the decedent dead in the bed and called 911 at 1547 hours. The report, which was released in March 2015, stated, "[Static's] wife stated that just prior to going to bed, he crushed one-half of a 30 mg oxycodone pill and consumed it. In 2012, this line-up went under the name Static-X for the Noise Revolution tour. "Special features on the Static model include a single volume control and one toggle switch for the two Epiphone USA pickups, no pickguard, Ebony fingerboard with no inlays, black hardware, Plain Black satin finish and the Static-X logo on the headstock". I guess I got lucky that I avoided that pitfall. Done by Jay 'e Jones, Posted by Wayne Static onMonday, July 27, 2015. was charged with their murders with prosecutors convinced thatthe NFL legend and film starhad slaughtered his ex-wife on the night of June 12, 1994. BLABBERMOUTH.NET uses the Facebook Comments plugin to let people comment on content on the site using their Facebook account. To comment on a BLABBERMOUTH.NET story or review, you must be logged in to an active personal account on Facebook. I was in college at Western Michigan University. Copyright 2023 Penske Business Media, LLC. Coroner confirms Tera Wray took her own life | Louder - loudersound Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Even had his the hood of his car painted with the KISS logo.. We all know that both Wayne and I had abused narcotics with alcohol in the past, which I am sure took a toll on his body, heart and soul, she added. [30] Former Static-X members Koichi Fukuda and Tony Campos paid tribute to Static. Do a line of this.' Static had been pursuing a solo career at the time of his death. His long black hair would be spiked upwards in one electric-shock mass. During the interview, transcribed by Blabbermouth, Compos said of Static:"I don't wanna dwell on that stuff. Drag images here or select from your computer for Wayne Richard Wayne Static Wells memorial. In Memoriam - Wayne Static of Static-x Passes Away at 48 She had taken her own life. Tours were long and exhausting. GREAT NEWS! Static was an atheist and pescatarian. Learn more about merges. document.write(new Date().getFullYear()); The number of friends that I have lost to addiction is crazy I know drugs and partying are part of the rock n roll lifestyle, but damn, how many more gotta die??? In October 2018, nearly four years after Waynes death, the three surviving original members announced they would reunite to mark the 20th anniversary of Wisconsin Death Trip and to honour their late bandmate. I think it pissed him off. And it sucks every time. Static-X singer-songwriter Wayne Static died of a drug overdose in 2014. Static announced in July 2007 that he would begin a side project, Pighammer,[13] but in a December 2007 interview with Ultimate-Guitar.com, Static stated: "The Pighammer thing will happen when I have time. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? During nu metals blossoming, every band had their USP, and Static Xs was Wayne. Hidden comments will still appear to the user and to the user's Facebook friends. I got to a point with alcohol where it was starting to affect my performances on stage, and I had to dial it back. Static founded STATIC-X in 1994 and achieved commercial success with the band's debut album, "Wisconsin Death Trip", which included the rock radio hit "Push It". The autopsy showed bullets hit Reeva in her hip, arm and head, and Reevas parentsasked for her daughters death photosto be publicized to show her violent end at Pistorious hands! Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. PRINCEs. Taking the place of their fallen comrade is Xer0, a mysterious singer in a Wayne Static mask. Wayne had a terrifically morbid sense of humour. Wayne Static the former frontman for the popular metal group Static-X died of a fatal mixture of drugs and alcohol, the San Bernardino County Coroner Office confirmed to PEOPLE. In a new interview with the "Rock & Roll Beer Guy" podcast, STATIC-X bassist Tony Campos reflected on the passing of the band's frontman Wayne Static nearly six years ago. It would seem that Static-X took some lessons from Slipknot 's past mistakes when it came to keeping Edsel 's identity under wraps for this long. You can also send an e-mail to blabbermouthinbox(@)gmail.com with pertinent details. So Waynes fingerprints are all over this record.. But, in a recent interview with "Rock & Roll Beer Guy" podcast, bassist . The band formed in 1994 and released their multi-platinum debut album Wisconsin Death Trip in 1999. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Campos said (see video below): "I don't wanna dwell on that stuff. STATIC X Team With EDDIE YANG For New Evolution Of Xer0 Mask They had met back in the Windy City, when the drummer auditioned for Waynes band, Deep Blue Dream. Her passing was confirmed by the former adult film star's attorney Michael Fattorosi, who said he believed she had taken her own life to be with her late husband. There is a problem with your email/password. Tony Campos isnt surprised Static-Xs gig March 2 at the Knitting Factory is sold out. In 2012, Static also appeared onstage alongside Run-DMCs Daryl DMC McDaniels at Austins Fun Fun Fest. However, in October 2012, the remainder of the tour was cancelled due to Static requiring medical treatment. with medical examiners finding WAR carved into Lenos body! Private tensions between the two soon turned to public hostility. Celebrity deaths make big news before the stars are laid to rest! The most popular candidate is Edsel Dope of Dope, a band who toured with Static-X in the past and recently opened from them on their US comeback tour. He released his only solo studio album, Pighammer, on October 4, 2011. No additional information is available at this time.The rockers publicist also confirmed Statics death to Blabbermouth. According to AVN, Wray, who was born Tera Lents, met Wayne during the Ozzfest tour in 2007 when she was modeling for Hustler lingerie. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Wayne Static, the singer of the California metal act Static-X, died November 1st. Static-Xs debut album, Wisconsin Death Trip, was released in 1999 and eventually sold a million copies not Korn or Limp Bizkit numbers, but not to be sniffed at. We got to hang out with Ozzy Osbourne. Bath He was a real gentleman, and loved music (and KISS, Ace in particular). He didn't like the fact that she was around all the time. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. REEVA STEENKAMPwas once a popular model, but is now tragically remembered as the doomed girlfriend ofOscar Pistorius. But success brought its own problems. And that was it. His death was confirmed by Wayne's publicists at FiXT Publicity. Wayne Richard Wells (November 4, 1965 - November 1, 2014), known professionally as Wayne Static, was an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist, guitarist, keyboardist, and primary lyricist for metal band Static-X. All Rights reserved. Try again later. His voice became a guttural industrial growl. All in all were thrilled with the whole project, Campos said. Wayne static hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy In the long run, Wayne made his choices, and me being there wasnt going to affect that one way or another.. Yeah, I can see how some people will be shocked and off-put by it. His wife awoke at around 1530 hours. As of the "Cult of Static" tour in 2009, all of Static-X ditched the traditionally used touring amps and cabinets for a Line 6 Pod XT Pro direct to P.A. Feb. 23, 2023 He took Xanax on a daily basis and was compliant with the prescribed dosage. I got a call at 8 a.m. and was just shocked when I was told the news, Campos recalled. The oxycodone had been prescribed to his wife. Godspeed Tera, Here's a photo of Wayne Static at my booth @AVN in Vegas in 2008. and hid his habitsby licking on drug-laced lollipops.. Thanks for your help! | My client & friend Tera Wray, former Pornstar and the widow of Wayne Static committed suicide yesterday. All of this was done on 1 sitting. Wayne was not taking drugs. Showing Editorial results for wayne static. Insiders, however, claimhis quick cremation covered up more secrets! "It was almost impossible to believe this was the body of Marilyn Monroe," Allan recalled. It's easy to get caught up in that shit," he repeated. I cant help but smile when looking back at the time when we were on Ozzfest. WAYNE STATIC's Widow, TERA WRAY STATIC Found Dead of Apparent Suicide Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). STATIC-X's Tony Compos on Wayne Static's Death: "You Can't Help Someone That Doesn't Wanna Be Helped", ROB HALFORD Says OZZY OSBOURNE Did The Right Thing Canceling Tour, Another MEGADETH & MARTY FRIEDMAN Reunion Might Happen, MUNICIPAL WASTE's TONY FORESTA On Potential Touring Visa Cost Hikes: "You're Punishing Poor People", AVENGED SEVENFOLD Tells Fans To Go Touch Grass, Do Not Sell My Personal There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. I think, Oh, he hates me. And he goes, Ken, wed pay you to play in this band, and that was it. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Its all part of a bigger healing process, says Ken. But his story isnt over. On tour Static could easily and cheaply get a replacement if the amp broke. Policy To report spam or any abusive, obscene, defamatory, racist, homophobic or threatening comments, or anything that may violate any applicable laws, use the "Report to Facebook" and "Mark as spam" links that appear next to the comments themselves. Tera is once again with the love of her life, Wayne, & will be forever. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Long story short, the band fell apart. Wayne Static - Wikipedia When Static-X decided to reunite behind a ghoulish tribute to dead frontman Wayne Static, the internet flipped its shit. The MG100HDFX was one of the cheapest solid state amps made by Marshall during Static's touring time with Static X. I've always had the position of, 'Do whatever you want, but if it starts getting in the way of what you have to do, then you need to start rethinking your priorities.' While the news of the reunion was largely greeted positively, with Waynes family giving it their blessing, there was one huge, jarring note. But the reality of it was, we'd do interviews and she'd just sit there. Please reset your password. Tera Wray Static, the widow of STATIC-X frontman and founder Wayne Static and former adult film star, was found dead late last night of an apparent suicide, a longtime associate of Wayne. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Away from the spotlight, the Michigan-born, Los Angeles-based singer/guitarist was a man of few words, unless you knew him well. "Platinum selling musician Wayne Richard Wells, better known as Wayne Static, passed away at the age of 48," Static-X's Facebook page told fans on Saturday night. His signature Epiphone, ESP LTD, and Dean guitars did not come with neck pickups as he did not use them. The band insist its all part of the healing process. It worked out better than any of us could have imagined. He was 48. "Wayne Static was the. "I stay away from cocaine, just 'cause I tried crack once when I was 13, and I didn't like it. Wayne Static died after mixing Xanax and other powerful prescription drugs with alcohol, according to the coroner's report. And put in a track of EVIL DISCO and remember Wayne and the woman he lovedit's really hard for us friends of Wayne n Tera to read these comments..keep Disco EVIL in remembrance of Wayne. He has written for Metal Hammer, Louder, Prog, the Observer, Select, Mojo, the Evening Standard and the totally legendary Ultrakill.