Pantera fans have something to look forward to! The legendary heavy metal band is back together with a new lineup, featuring Zakk Wylde and Charlie Benante joining Rex Brown and Phil Anselmo ¹. Their first show in 21 years took place at the Hell and Heaven festival in Mexico on December 2, 2022, and the tour is set to continue into 2025 ¹.
For those who may not know, Pantera’s history dates back to 1981 when the band was formed by the Abbott brothers, Vinnie Paul and Dimebag Darrell, in Arlington, Texas ¹. The band went through several lineup changes before settling with Anselmo and Brown, releasing iconic albums like “Cowboys from Hell” and “Vulgar Display of Power” ¹.
*Pantera’s Discography Highlights:*
– _Cowboys from Hell_ (1990) – marked the band’s transition from glam metal to groove metal ¹
– _Vulgar Display of Power_ (1992) – showcased an even heavier sound ¹
– _Far Beyond Driven_ (1994) – debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart ¹
The band’s reunion is a celebration of their influential music and legacy. With Wylde and Benante on board, fans can expect an epic performance that honors Pantera’s iconic sound ¹.
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