My deepest condolences to family friends & fans It didnt hit me at first, it seemed like a dream. M Shadows speaks out in May 2010 issue of Guitar World. He was, in my opinion, the best drummer of the decade, century, and ever! He will be missed. No words can express how sad I am right now. Rest in peace, James Sullivan. This just doesnt seem real. Again RIP Rev, an incredible drummer leave us today rest in peace jimmy the rev sullivan we will miss you so, wow. Im so heartbroken over the tragic death of The Rev my prayers are with his family. Someone we looked up to and thats how he will live on.. Jimmy may you have your a little piece of heaven in this sweet bitter afterlife, you arrived to early and we wish we could have you back, but in the end you will always be with all us, as well as a poem i wrote for him well about him. R.I.P the rev u left behind more people than ull ever know RIP Jimmy. Always in my heart and always in thoughts and soon always on my skin. Oh..MyGod. You cant replace the single greatest drummer on the planet who wrote umpteen amounts of the bands music. He will be missed greatly and can never be replaced. RIP James Owen Sullivan. I woke up yesterday morning to my mom running in my room hysterical and yelling Christy! We shall mourn this loss together. You dont have to be a fan of him, or avenged sevenfold to know that. Love you rev. Well never forget you.. The band confirmed his death Monday night: "It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we tell you of the passing today of Jimmy 'The Rev' Sullivan. This is so sad my fav. I will spend tears tonight and I always remember him remember when he hug me, omg i cant cryin one of my ido;s i swear rest in peace jimmy, Check out the page I made for him: http://avenged7fold.webs.com. Grapes in the mouthake happy down south, I saw them in Helsinki<3. we love you Per Rolling Stone, this was the same kind of accidental drug overdose that killed actor Heath Ledger almost two years before The Rev's passing. Gone but never forgotten. now who the fuck is gonna lay down the drum tracks?! After it sunk in the next morning, I never been so torn up in my life. - Any news posted that could be considered a rumor is to be taken as such until official confirmation is given. love Alicia.x. R.I.P James Owen Sullivan, we will never ever forget you. I was dead tired, but so upset I couldnt fall asleep. I just cant believe it! Now, 12 years later, fans still mourn his passing.6. You might consider helping us using the button below. But his memory will live on in our hearts forever. This is a very sad thing. He knew you were in pain Zach Meyers (Shinedown) Rest in Peace to The Rev . Avenged, and The Revs family are in my thoughts and prayers. I couldnt sleep last night. The first time I listened to it, the first thing that came to mind was holy shit, the drummer can PLAY. A few months after discovering the band, I had my mom drive me to the other side of town to a small hole-in-the-wall record store, because after a couple phone calls, I knew it was the only place in town that without a doubt had the album in stock. I put it on Blinded in Chains and i remember thinking holy shit this drummer is amazing. Jimmy is loved, and will definitely be missed. We love you & will keep you in our hearts forever . I thought pshh jimmy cant be dead. It is a shame to see you leave us, and many of us wish that you didnt leave of. we will miss you always. JT (Hawthorne Heights) RIP, The Rev. Im so sad, How did you feel when Avenged Sevenfold started to get famous? Avenged, at times, were the extra push I needed in my life and although I cant honestly see a future without him I hope that something (even if its only a tribute) fitting comes out of this. x. when they came to new zealand in 08, i was so close to catching the drumstick he threw out!! he will always be in my heart :[. I have been so depressed following this news because I dont know what will come of the band as well. Long before he was The Rev, Jimmy was your son. His drumming has been heard in the background of my life for many years. 1/4/10 A message from the Sullivan Family is posted. Jimmy you will never be forgotten. MJ, my dog and now Jimmy. :( It was cut dramatically short, but the amount of time he was here, rest assured, he had a great time.. Jimmy; just keep drumming on the other side baby. Brent Smith (Shinedown) All of my love goes out to everyone in A7X. i still expect soe retraction to be written so that all the sadness and dark times that so many people are feeling can be lifted and everyone can smile again. Like his band-mates, Sullivan grabbed the reigns, playing with flair, precision and power. Jimmy The Rev Sullivan you will definitely never be forgotten. I will definitly drum to some A7X in tribute tonight. Make me want to run till I find you Every bass line made me bob my head, and every word sung by Shadows made me want to sing along as loud as i couldn. literally been depressed all day. Jimmy The Rev Sullivan Official Memorial Video (full video) jasoli52 2.3K subscribers 1M views 11 years ago This is the same exact memorial video I cut into threes. Im really crying when the first time I know this, and Im still crying now.. I dont know what to say, we all loved you, Jimmy. jimmy, i love and miss you so much, and you were such an impact on my life. Im adding RIP Jimmy The Rev Sullivan above my tattoo and it already has warmness on the soul tattooed under it. The song ends with, I know youll find your own way when Im not with you. These are some of the last words recorded by the Rev, just weeks before his death. But now, i can honestly say that i owe my life to Avenged. I cant really believe our dear jimmy is gone.. When I found out The Rev died I was balling my eyes out for hours. i just. You will always be in my heart and mind. i want to say how sorry i am to his family, his friends and his girllfriend, im so sorry he will be missed by us all. I couldnt help but put their albums on repeat and listen to the album over and over and over again. I cant imagine what you guys are going through, losing someone like Jimmy is incredibly heartbraking. Rest In Peace babe! 12/29 6:15PM PST / KTTV FOX 11 in Los Angeles is reporting that the autopsy on The Rev has come back inconclusive. Makes me smile and thank god for such an amazing I can not stop crying becuase I think of all the crazy (yet funny) things he did. The band will never be the same. R.I.P Jimmy Sullivan The Rev, i saw avenged sevenfold live in atlanta in 2007best day of my life i tell you.even if i didnt get to meet him face oni got to see him perform..R.I.P. 778 Share Save 218K views 12 years ago Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivans grave. I had the privelge of seeing them in concert on April 2nd. I can imagine everyone whos seen them having the same sorta feeling I had. Tony Lovato (Mest) RIP friend.. Brian Fair (Shadows Fall) Rest In Peace Rev. Hes a nice person. Man, no one on this planet would NEVER be able to replace him. My favorite drummer died :( Rest In Peace Jimmy Sullivan / The Rev. The band will never have another drummer like you. This news broke my heart, my boyfriend just played a show, and before this they had decided that they were going to play Beast and the Harlot and when he found out they decided to dedicate it to you. You will be missed Jimmy. Tony Lovato (Mest/Kisses For Kings) Happy new year to my friends and family. R.I.P James The Rev Sullivan always in our hearts :( xxxx<3<3, wow..i cant believe itjimmy is dead..this is insane!hes the rev he cant die! WE LOVE YOU JIMMY! I used to fall asleep with the earphones in my ears. i would not be surprised if a fucking asteroid hit the planet within the next week. Sign up below to get the latest from Metal Hammer, plus exclusive special offers, direct to your inbox! Im so happy to see the guys playing live. I have loved A7X since I was 13 and The Rev has always been my hero. & they are some of the greatest people ever..my thoughts and prayers are with the Jimmys Family,the band,their families & friends & fellow fans all of who loved and cherished the Rev. Walk the streets through seven bars You were my idol, and i kno your rockin out in heaven. Mike Mizanin (Wrestler) Just heard the rev, drummer of avenged sevenfold died. Barbara: I really do. I am sad that i never got to see this man live. :(, No way! MY thoughts go out to his family and friends! My heart goes out to the members of the band whove lost their brother and family-fans thoughts and prayer to everyone. You were and always will be my biggest inspiration for everything in my life,music and being me.I wish the rest of Avenged and your family the best and my heart goes out to all of you. Three days after leaving this earth, he gave his fans and fellow bandmates one last piece of his heart. As much as this has been a horrible loss for his family and the band, its an even greater loss for the fans. This is a sad day indeed. His style was insane and I loved every second of it! Well he truly was amazing (: OMG. you got fans 100% behind you.. xxxooo. The Rev was such an amazing drummer. i spent many amazing times and played some incredible shows with him. Get the day's top news with our Today's Headlines newsletter, sent every weekday morning. This is the same exact memorial video I cut into threes. May he rest in peace. He then looked down upon this earth, the rock community and myself are sadend with the news. !deathbats its times like these that we have to unite.Jimmy will be in our hearts forever. Its the one thing that has never failed to make my life, no matter how difficult, no matter how badly I just want to give up, something worth living, and I cant believe I found the answer to all my prayers in such an unexpected group of people, but I did, and I will forever be thankful for what they have done for me. rock on in heaven dude. People in Spain are such in shockWe cant believe this since we knew the newsSorrow sank deep inside our blood,more than ever.Our support from Spain to all the A7x world. UPDATED NEWS: The Rev is gone. My favorite drummer passed away.. My heart goes out to your family and friends. No bullshit, no drama. he taught me strength. Jimmy, keep watching over your family, your friends, your beautiful wife, and your fans. And how I miss someone to hold As said before me, Im waiting for it to be a new post here, where Jimmy is saying that he was just kidding. Such a nice, great and generous guy towards me. Nasty (Falling In Reverse) This is truely a sad day for music. wowthats amazing all those people know about him Jimmy. i was very nervous and excited at the same time. He was 28 years old. They invited Jimmys favorite drummer and idol, Mike Portnoy (former Dream Theater drummer) to help with the drum session. Why Jimmy? I miss and love you. Forever in our hearts, you will never be forgotten. Well, guess what? It all started six years ago, when I was fourteen years old. Not one bit. I love you guys, and Jimmy will never be forgotten. The album actually had a very positive review from both critics and fans, and its considered until today, A7Xs masterpiece. RIP THE REV! But Ill never forget you. Andrew Stricko (Faber Drive) rip jimmy the rev sullivan. R.I.P Jimmy The Rev Sullivan, one of the worlds finest drummers. HOW COULD THIS BE ! An awesome drummer and a good dude. He complemented my tattoo and talked to me like I was a person who really mattered. Jimmy your love and passion for music will never be forgotten, and the sound of your drums will always remain on the discs you made. Metal Hammer Metal Hammers thoughts go out to The Revs friends and family. may your soul rest in peace, jimmy. My heart goes out to the guys and their families A piece of the music world passed with Jimmy, and he wont soon be forgotten. I know 7X must hear it everyday, but The Rev was amazing. a man died today. RIP Jimmy.. ill never forget the day i met Jimmy. Theres not enough words to express a loss for words. The same room where a little boy named Jimmy Sullivan grew into a big drummer. Well miss him <3 Rest in Peace, Rev, Death just sucks Im a drummer and I thought one day I could REALLY meet him Read some below and head here to read the entire article. they werent your typical Rock band. I think everyone needs them right now. Rev Run (Run DMC) RIP James (The Rev) Sullivan member of Avenged Sevenfold Band. for some stupid reason, Hes dead, but his musicll live on forever. you have got to fucking kidding me! Joel Madden (Good Charlotte) Im deeply saddened by the loss of our friend. I am a big fan of A7X a long time, and all its members. Nowadays, they are on a hiatus, but are still focusing on their eighth album. RIP you will forever be missed. Rev you are forever in our hearts avenged will never be the same with out you. It wont be the same but no matter what he has touched the hearts of many and will always be in our hearts. I was lucky enough to see have seen him preform live. BLOGS: I took a ribbon and tied it as tight as i could around my neck. and now ones gone I am crushed, http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/vincentfwalker?v=feed&story_fbid=224204602277&ref=mf. He was such an inspiration to everyone, and funny as hell too. On this day, drummer Jimmy The Rev Sullivan was found dead in his house in Huntington Beach, California. We were there for a column I was writing about how proud the parents were of their sons success. R.I.P. I have been crying all night. He is MIA, but will walk on through thick and thin to the wicked end. Do you recall your last conversation with Jimmy? A7X will never be the same without you! My thoughts are with his family, friends and Avenged and Smoothly Pink.. us the fans your big family support network, are here always to help each other through Jimmys passing. This is just so upsetting. Andy Skib (To Have Heroes) Listening loudly to @TheOfficialA7X tonight. His impact on my life, and the lives of so many other fans, will always be remembered. You Tube finally let me post the WHOLE thing, the way it was meant to be seen.\rI wanted to get the entire thing posted in time for his two year memorial, hopefully the fair use rights go through.\r\r\"Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for \"fair use\" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. It broke our hearts to lose you, Really bummed reading about the drummer of A7x. THIS IS MUST BE A SICK JOKE, RIGHT?? R.I.P. It seemed like it was just yesterday, when I saw you guys for the first time. Omg. DCMA post In Loving Memory Of Jimmy The Rev Sullivan blog. He will be sorely missed. You were one of a kind. He was great. I met the Rev backstage before the show, and we talked about how a7x was going to come here again for their own gig. Change). The Rev was one of the best drummers in this industry and a great singer. My prayers go to the family, friends and our boys, Zacky, Synyster, Matt and Johnny. Hes a huge inspiration to mesucks to see him go this young. A7x will never be the same. Ah, it would not be the same without you, Jimmy! God looked around His garden Once my counselor found out Id been cutting myself, she tried to send me to Laureate. Go On & On Forever After discussing the release, the band thought it would be better to change the name from Death to Fiction, since he had it tattooed on his chest. Jimmy The Rev Sullivan. Toxicology tests conducted by Coroner Mitchell Sigal determined that the toxicology reports indicated that Sullivan suffered acute polydrug intoxication due to combined effects of Oxycodone, Oxymorphone, Diazepam/Nordiazepam and ethanol.. The Rev was one of the best drummers in this industry and a great singer. he will be miss and forever in our hearts. I never seen A7x in concert cuz my parrents were too homo to let me go, Ill never see the entire band that makes me love music. Jimmy had a huge passion for living life for however long he was going to be on this earth. I hope avenged is doing well. I know youre rocking out in the afterlife.. my drum inspiration is gone. i want to know the story behind this picture. I just thought Id share that with you all. A7X FOREVER! everyones in my prayers. And now hes gone. But in addition, he had a huge amount of love for everyone he met. You will be missed by so many of us. A7X FOREVER!! I Am Deeply Heartbroken, My First Deathbat Artwork This is horrible! I just freakin cant understand it. i memorized as many songs as i could before i left for basic training and sang them whenever things started to get rough. Jimmy was the best drummer of our time in my opinion. Jimmy the Rev Sullivan Avenged Sevenfold will never be the same without its crazy, talented drummer. you guys ranked among one of my greatest and most favorite bands ever!! The Rev will be greatly . so i kind of followed him around the store like a stalker. The Rev was in Avenged Sevenfold until his death in December 2009. La tragica partida de una gran promesa en la bateria Jimmy "The Rev Sullivan (AVENGED SEVENFOLD)CANAL DE HISTORIAS: https://YouTube.com/EmmaHavokOscuroCONTAC. This is absolutely the worst New years I have ever had. James Owen Sullivan did not leave this earth in vainhe was a best friend, a brilliant musician, and an incredible human being, and he will live on in our hearts and minds forever. Early this decade, the quintet built a strong local following playing in clubs and releasing recordings on small, independent record labels. I have been losing my mind slowly all year waiting for news about the new album, and then this shit had to happen. Dan Jacobs (Atreyu) wow RIP Rev. I had the honor of meeting him & the other members of A7X a few years ago like so many others before him, theres a loss in our hearts and in the world that just cannot be filled. Jimmy will live on in our hearts and our souls. RIP foREVer <3, still miss you to this day. I cried like a baby. We will miss you. 12/29 The Revs obituary written by Randy Lewis for the LA Times can be read here. - Please use deathbatnews@gmail.com to submit news or contact me. I remember when i first got into heavier music Avenged was one the first I truly loved. From music news, to concert reviews, interviews, album reviews, exclusive features and more, Buy royalty-free stock pictures at affordable prices to enrich your online and offline projects, Copyright I..I was totally shocked, I couldnt believe it, and today still cant. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmys family and we hope that you will respect their privacy during this difficult time. On february 17, 2010, two months after The Revs passing, they decided to go back to the studio to record their fifth album, Nightmare. You will always be in my heart Jimmy. Avenged Sevenfold drummer Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan died in December as a result of an accidental overdose of strong prescription painkillers and alcohol, a coroner's toxicology report revealed. I cant believe your gone. and the best late night Texter ever. Hopeless Records Very sad news today. Long after the show after they returned from the club they were all hanging out at the busses, They were all at the buses and a car was goinging through the parking lot by the buses. Eight minutes and fifty-eight seconds of the most unbelievably underappreciated vocals, pianos, guitars, drums, bass, and intensely astounding harmony. RIP Jimmy Zakk Wylde (Black Label Society) GOD BLESS the Rev & His Family . We love you, Jimmy! Before their encore of A Little Piece of Heaven a guy infront of me yelled I WANT JIMMYS STICK!!. Dead at 28. Rest In Peace ='[ I feel like I lost a friend, a mentor, an inspiration. So today I think will be a listen to nothing but A7X kinda day in memory of the beast of drummer Jimmy Sullivan. im fking depreased he was my and my sisters favorite drummers ='( . Never in my life have I been so torn apart, at the death of someone I never had the pleasure of meeting. The A7X will never be the same without The Rev nobody understands this pain but the sevenfold family.. we all are in this together.. everybody be SAFE and STRONG.. jimmys probably looking down on us right now laughing his ass off, terrorizing heaven, thinking how fuckin short johnny christ is and being the wild mother fucker he was..i know hes happy and free somewhere.. thats all i can hope for now.. James Owen Sullivan thank u. Jimmy wouldnt want us to be sad at all. You changed music and left your mark on drummers everywhere. My grandpa died when I was five, and my great uncle passed a couple of years ago, but I wasnt close to or attached to either of them. Can anyone please update me with what is going on? i play bass guitar, and guitar and looking at him makes me think repetition, repetition. I never got to meet him at any of the their shows.i will surly him alot. \m/ \m/, mrs. deathbatnews your picture of jimmy went away cause of tinypic!rip jimmy. I became a better person, and i became happy with who i was. Jimmy The Rev Sullivan. :( RIP Jimmy. Its still completely saddening even after a while. this is a horrible tragedy in music history. i really looked up to him.. we love you jimmy! He was 28. What we know about that day is that Jimmy The Rev always said he was going to make it to 28 years and be a rockstar. I may play guitar, but that doesnt mean he wasnt a truly inspiring artist to me. Rest in peace Rev. Forgot that I had some guys penis sticking me in the back. My Avenged Sevenfold story is one that not only glorifies their name as heroes, but tells a sad tale of struggle and triumph. I posted on here a already but it was even harder for me after reading all of these and thinking that he is really gone. But to see them just a mere few feet away from u Theres no other feeling. They made me change the way I think, the way I view the world, and ultimately changed my life. I didnt know him but was a big fan of his in particular. YOULL FOREVER LIVE IN MY HEART. I just kinda walked to the bathroom stall and sat there and let it out. [] Jimmy The Rev Sullivan, Rest In Peace. I just cant. He was, and still is my absolute drumming idol. And He found an empty place. The nicest guy.the world seems a little dimmer today Chris Epting posts the feature A Farewell From The Rev: I hope youll find your own way when Im not with you. I just dont know what to say other than he will be missed and that we all loved him. My best friend and I went there for her birthday last year. Forever in everyones hearts, cos you were the god damn man, Rest In Peace, Jimmy Sullivan. and they sure picked the best one. This band stood out to me. His passing will only make me want to be like him even more and me among all of your other fans will continue loving the music and hopefully music still to come. I adore him so much, and now hes gone.