Remembering Chuck Schuldiner

I have to give props where there due and I give props to originators and Innovators. Chuck Schuldiner definitely possessed both of those qualities that I mentioned above. He is considered the father of death metal and made an impact on the world with music from his band "Death". It was ten years ago yesterday that Chuck passed away back in 2001 from his battle with cancer.

He influenced a whole slew of metal musicians and even artists like Max Cavalera, Trey Azagthoth, Mike Patton, Glen Benton, King Diamond, and Ville Valo had that much respect for him that they attended his memorial service. Korn, Kid Rock, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers auctioned off memorabilia to try and benefit Chuck when he needed money for his cancer research.

I will not sit here and say that I am the hugest Death fan in the world because I'm not fake, but I have a respect for him and I do own a Death record. I respect people that are different from the norm and do what they want to do and I felt Chuck did just that. So, here's a metal salute to Chuck Schuldiner!!!