Venom founder, vocalist, and bassist Cronos, real name Conrad Thomas Lant, has died at the age of 64. The band confirmed the news through its social media channels, sharing an in memoriam message that honors his decades-long role in the group. For over 40 years, Cronos was central to Venom’s identity, contributing his distinctive voice, bass work, and creative vision across albums from Welcome To Hell to At War With Satan and beyond.

The band has stated that Venom never followed conventional paths and that Cronos was at the heart of that defiance. His legacy is tied to the global community of fans, known as the Legions, who have long supported the band. According to a message from Nathan, Cronos’s son, the band acknowledges the deep gratitude of the Legions and confirms that his music and influence will endure.

The announcement includes a tribute to Cronos’s impact on heavy music and a message of enduring thanks to his family and fans. The band has not announced any immediate changes to its operations or future releases. Fans are encouraged to follow Crimson Glory on Spotify to receive notifications when their upcoming album is released this year.

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