Fans remember Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan with Vigil

Published on January 09, 2010 @ 9:20AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Fans of the Huntington Beach hard-rock band Avenged Sevenfold turned out Friday evening for a candlelight vigil in memory of the band's drummer, Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan.

Sullivan, 28, was found dead in his Huntington Beach home on Dec. 29. The Orange County Coroner's Office has yet to rule on a cause of death pending the results of toxicology and other tests.



William Roe of Bakersville, from left, Sheila Ramm of Lake Elsinore and Jacky Krausse of Riverside remember Avenged Sevenfold drummer Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan at Friday night's vigil at Huntington Beach Central Park. "I would not be person I am." said Jacky Krausse about Sullivan's influence on her.



Edit: gallery issue fixed!!


Article and pictures taken from the OC Register


If you attended the vigil and would like to share your stories with others and/or your pictures, send me an email at a7xfansdotcom@gmail.com and I will add it to the site.

Vote for Jimmy!

Published on January 07, 2010 @ 12:30PM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Modern Drummer is holding it's annual Readers Poll. Besides being able to vote for your favorite drummer and percussionist, you can also vote for the 2010 Modern Drummer Hall of Fame spot. Honestly, we can only think of one person that would be right for this spot and I know you all agree. So please head over and vote for our very own Jimmy Sullivan. Let's make him proud once more!

Voting ends February 15th, 2010 and the results will be announced in the July issue of Modern Drummer.


Many of you have asked me to post this over the past few days. However, I chose not to, as it seemed disrespectful to me to 'just' move on like that, while it had not been a week. This is still a very difficult time for family and friends, even for some fans still. - Thanks to everyone for messaging me about this though!

Rest in peace, Jimmy

Published on January 07, 2010 @ 12:19PM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Yesterday, James "Jimmy" Owen Sullivan, better known as "The Rev", was put to rest at his final resting place. Many loved ones said their final goodbyes. Here's what Brian Haner Sr had to say about the funeral:



Taken from his Twitter and his Facebook.


Please do not message me and ask me for any further details regarding Jimmy's funeral or his final resting place. Please respect the privacy of his family and friends. Please respect Jimmy - let him rest in peace.

Message from the Sullivan Family

Published on January 04, 2010 @ 8:24AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Below a message from Jimmy's family, taken from the official Avenged Sevenfold MySpace.

We would like to thank all of Jimmy’s fans for the heartfelt comments that have been posted – it is comforting to know that his genius and antics were appreciated and that he was loved so much. Our hearts are broken – he was much too young to fall.

February 9, 1981 – December 28, 2009
Óg agus saor go deo (forever young and free)

Barbara & Joe, Kelly & Katie
& the extended Sullivan family


Happy New Year

Published on December 31, 2009 @ 8:20AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Dear friends,

2009 has been a great year for Avenged Sevenfold. The band did a lot of touring all over the place and got to play with musical influences like Slash and Metallica (again) and got to play in front of many of you. After touring for months, the guys wrapped it up and headed back home to take their hard needed rest and spend time with their loved ones.

In the past few months, we were slowly getting updates on the new material they were working on. In between, Matt finally got to marry his Valary and, without a doubt, had the best day of his life. Zacky got a lot of work done with his clothing company Vengeance University. 2009 couldn't have gotten any better.

Unfortunately, December 28th turned into a black day for Avenged Sevenfold. Losing their friend, their brother, James 'Jimmy' Owen Sullivan was something no one could have ever predicted. Jimmy's death was a shock to all of us. It has been a few days, yet it seems so surreal that he is no longer with us.

Right now is a time for mourning. His family, his friends and us fans. I understand that many of you might not be in the mood to celebrate New Years Eve today - neither am I. But whether you celebrate or not, I ask you all to look back at 2009 and be grateful for all the good things in life, the good things that happened to you this past year. For one moment, don't mourn Jimmy's death, but celebrate his life, the years he was here on earth, with all of us. He left us all with great music and great memories. Think about those, look up at the sky and smile.

Avenged Sevenfold fans, friends, please stay strong during this difficult time and remember that all of us fans are here to support each other right now. May 2010 be a better year for all of us. I wish you love, luck, health and happiness.

-Sabine
http://a7xfans.com

Information and links regarding Jimmy's passing

Published on December 30, 2009 @ 7:04AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

A lot is happening at the moment and it's hard to keep up with it all. I will make a list below, containing any news about Jimmy's passing and so on. Also, lots of posts have been made by celebrities and/or friends regarding his passing, so I will put those up as well.

A big thank you to everybody sending information, links and so on. You're a big help. <3


UPDATES:
12/29/2009 - JIMMY "THE REV" SULLIVAN by Avenged Sevenfold
12/29/2009 - Rock drummer found dead in his home by The Orange County Register
12/29/2009 - Fans mourn sudden death of drummer by The Orange County Register
12/29/2009 - Larry Jacobson talks to FOX 11 by MY FOX LA
12/29/2009 - The Rev's obituary by Randy Lewis/LA Times
12/29/2009 - Brian Haner Sr. writes blog about Jimmy by Brian Haner Sr

12/30/2009 - Autopsy inconclusive on rock drummer by The Orange County Register
12/30/2009 - Joel Madden was spotted at the Lakers game yesterday, sporting a black t-shirt saying "RIP THE REV".


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12/30/2009 - The group has been working on its fifth album, and it was unknown at press time how it would proceed with the sessions in light of Sullivan's passing. by MTV


OTHER:
Several fans have decided to put together a scrapbook. You can find all the information regarding that right here


MEMORIALS:
Fan Gathering in memory of Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan
When: Saturday, January, 2nd 2010

Get there when you can. (earliest 6 a.m.) Event ends at 10:00 p.m.
We’re going to be having a bonfire in the late afternoon/evening and celebrate his memory with each other and music. We’ll be bringing a radio for the iPod but if you wish to bring your own radio or iPod you are welcome. We just want the support of other fans and to support other fans and have a good day sharing stories and celebrating this wonderful person who was in our lives not long enough. We’ll have some food and refreshments but as most of us are poor we probably won’t have enough for everyone for the whole day.
If you wish to help out bring wood or refreshments. If you’re not sure of what to bring then contact us and we’ll let you know what we don’t have enough of.
Bring warm clothing and blankets, it is cold on the beach, especially towards the evening.

RSVP and more information contact SaraLF@msn.com
Or call or text on day of: Sara: 909-525-8493 (at&t) or Liz: 951-675-6451 (Verizon)


Candle Light Vigil in honor of Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan
When: Friday, January 8th, 2010.

There will be a candle light vigil held in honor of Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan, who sadly passed away on Monday, December 28, 2009. This vigil will give those pained by his passing a chance to say their goodbyes, and a chance to mourn with others.

It will be held in Central Park, Huntington Beach, from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm, at the “Rotary Bandshell”. This is a concrete platform with an archway and eight flags. It is located behind the Huntington Beach Public Library. Park in the parking lot south of the library. To get there, turn on Central Park Library, off of Golden West.

It’d be an honor for many people to show up and pay their respects. Time will be given for anyone who wishes to share memories, poems, etc. Please bring your own candles, and candle holders if you have them! Just a helpful tip: you can cut the bottom out of a plastic or Styrofoam cup, stick the candle through the hole, and use it as a candle holder!! We will have a few extras if needed. :)

More info, contact Natalie


This post will continuously be updated, so please, keep an eye on it!

Rest in peace, Jimmy

Published on December 29, 2009 @ 12:24AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

It comes with great sadness that I have to put this kind of news on here. Our very own Jimmy Owen Sullivan has passed away Monday in his own home in Orange County, California. I am terribly shocked and have absolutely no words. Please head over to the official Avenged Sevenfold website for the official announcement from the band.

Rest in peace, Jimmy. We miss you already.

HUNTINGTON BEACH — An autopsy was pending today on the body of 28-year-old Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan, the drummer for the hard rock band Avenged Sevenfold, following his sudden death.

Sullivan was found unresponsive Monday at his Huntington Beach home, authorities said.“It appeared to be natural causes,” said Lt. John Domingo of the Huntington Beach Police Department. “It's a coroner's case.”“The decedent is a 28-year-old male discovered unresponsive inside of his residence,” the Coroner's Department stated on its Web site. It said that an “investigation is ongoing.”Avenged Sevenfold issued a statement on its Web site Monday.“It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we tell you of the passing today of Jimmy `The Rev' Sullivan,” the statement said.“Jimmy was not only one of the world's best drummers, but more importantly he was our best friend and brother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmy's family and we hope you will respect their privacy during this difficult time.”Sullivan is survived by his wife, Leana MacFadden.By this morning, a Facebook page for Avenged Sevenfold had received almost 5,000 comments in response to a posting about Sullivan's death.


Taken from the OC Register

JIMMY "THE REV" SULLIVAN
Tue, 12/29/2009 - 05:22

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we tell you of the passing today of Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan. Jimmy was not only one of the world's best drummers, but more importantly he was our best friend and brother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmy's family and we hope that you will respect their privacy during this difficult time.

Jimmy you are forever in our hearts.
We love you.

M Shadows, Synyster Gates, Zacky Vengeance and Johnny Christ


Taken from the official Avenged Sevenfold website

Happy Holidays!

Published on December 25, 2009 @ 4:40AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

I'd like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas! I hope you've all been good enough this year for Santa to stop by and bring you some gifts!

If not, just keep in mind that maybe Santa's gift comes later next year, in a round shape with a hole in the middle and some good tunes on it for you to listen to ;)



New Scan: Kerrang! Stars of 2010 Poster

Published on December 18, 2009 @ 12:37PM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

I just added the poster from last week's Kerrang! magazine to the gallery! Enjoy!



Vengeance University: Restock & Sale Code

Published on December 15, 2009 @ 1:39PM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

RESTOCK & Sale code

hey guys you know VU is a small company doing big things. This holiday has been pretty hectic and its been hard to keep stuff in stock so we finally got around to the last restock we will be able to get in before the holidays. Lots of old and new designs are back onsale including the best selling Zomby tee. So since were getting down to the wire and havent have the store fully stocked we wanted to offer all of you 20% off your entire holiday purchase. just use the promo code SANTA20
happy holidays.
you can blame it on puppies
really
-zv


New picture: Tal & Jimmy

Published on December 15, 2009 @ 7:43AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

DCMA Collective's Tal Cooperman hung out with Jimmy/The Rev after the BJ Penn fight last Saturday. He's a picture of the two of them "looking sharp" according to Tal.



Check out the official DCMA Collective website.

Own A "One Of A Kind" Synyster Gates Custom!

Published on December 12, 2009 @ 8:47AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Schecter Guitars now offers a "One Of A Kind Synyster Gates Custom - Red Pimp Stripe Guitar". By one of a kind, they really mean ONE of a kind as there is only ONE guitar available like this. The guitar is available in Schecter Guitars merchandise section. It is available for US residents only. Below is some info, taken from their website and a link to where to purchase this guitar. Once again, there is only ONE guitar made, so if you want it, act quick!!



DETAILS:
Set-Neck w/Ultra Access
Mahogany Body
3-pc. Mahogany Neck
25.5” Scale
Ebony Fretboard
24 Jumbo Frets
“SYN” w/DeathBat at 12th fret
Seymour Duncan Custom Invaders
Vol/Tone (tap)/3-way Switch
Original Floyd Rose Tremolo System
Grover Tuners
Black Hardware
Red Pimp Stripes

Includes Molded Hardshell Case
Schecter Wall Banner
Schecter Sticker Pack

US DELIVERY ONLY
ALL SALES FINAL
NO RETURNS
NO WARRANTY
PROFESSIONAL SET UP
FACTORY NEW ONE OF A KIND

Pricing: $1,700

PURCHASE HERE

Happy Birthday, Zacky!

Published on December 11, 2009 @ 7:16AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

A very happy birthday to Mr. Vengeance himself! Zacky turns 28 today! Let's toast to that!!



They say men grow to look better with age... May the picture above be proof that this is in fact, very true! ;)

***


Some fans messaged me, asking me to help them out, trying to get #vengenz to become a trending topic on Twitter in honor of Zacky's birthday. So, make yourselves proud and go post #vengenz on Twitter.

Do not post this more than 3x per tweet, or else Twitter won't count them and it won't help!!

Avenged Sevenfold featured in Kerrang! magazine

Published on December 08, 2009 @ 11:56AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Avenged Sevenfold is featured in this week's Kerrang! magazine. The band is features on the Stars Of 2010 poster special, along with HIM, My Chemical Romance, Bullet For My Valentine and Lostprophets. The issue number is #1291.



Gallery: A7X @ Tal Cooperman's Birthday Bash

Published on December 08, 2009 @ 11:31AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Saturday, December 5th, DCMA Collective's Tal Cooperman celebrated his birthday in Los Angeles with many, many friends! Present at the party were also some of his A7X buddies. Check out the pictures in the gallery!



Thanks to DCMA Collective!

Family: DCMA TV "For All These Times"

Published on December 08, 2009 @ 6:22AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Our friends over at DCMA Collective finally put up a new episode of DCMA TV! Check it out and enjoy yourself some Avenged Sevenfold in there!



Free T-Shirts & Free Shipping from Avenged Sevenfold!

Published on December 07, 2009 @ 11:06AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Avenged Sevenfold has some great holiday offers for their fans. If you purchase something now in the Official Webstore for $50, you get a free shirt! Spend $100, get TWO free shirts! Spend $150 and get THREE free shirts!! This offer goes from now until Monday, December 14th at 12pm ET and supplies are limited so be quick and don't miss out!

Also, all US orders from $75 and up get free standard shipping! This offer lasts til Tuesday, December 15th at 3pm ET!

Vengeance University: New Merchandise

Published on December 07, 2009 @ 6:58AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Vengeance University has released their final holiday goodies! The new hoodie "Colors" and the new shirts "Headhunters", "Schools Out Forever" (in different colors) and "Stayin Cool". All of the above are available for men and women, do you don't have to steal clothes from your boyfriend/girlfriend ;) Below are a few previews, head over to VENGENZ.NET for larger images, details and purchases!!



Happy Birthday, Tal!

Published on December 06, 2009 @ 2:19AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

It was his birthday a few days ago, but DCMA Collective's Tal Cooperman was celebrating his birthday tonight with a bunch of friends. Benji Madden just tweeted the following picture, including M Shadows, Brandon Saller and Benji Madden himself:


Click here for fullsize!

And another one!

Click here for fullsize!


A Vengeance Family Christmas...

Published on December 05, 2009 @ 11:24AM // SHARE ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

Oh boy... Just when you thought you had seen it all...



I thought it would be fun and funny to do an over the top christmas card picture. nothing reeks class like leopard robes, christmas sweaters, martinis, fire by the fur rug and of course icky in an elf hat. the pic shows up small so you dont get to see all the great detail but if you are lucky you just might receive the Zacky family christmas card in your order. Im gonna send some out in the next several orders that come in today. I thought you all deserved something light hearted for all your support this year and the years to come. thank you all so much and truly the happiest of holidays. Now go out and do something good for someone it will make you feel good.
love you
ZV


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