Venom frontman Conrad Lunt (Kronos) dies at 63

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Frontman of British heavy metal band Venom, Conrad Lunt, known by his stage name Kronos, has died at the age of 63.

Conrad Lunt's voice, bass guitar and creative vision have been the soul of Venom for over four decades.

MOSCOW, October 2 - RIA Novosti. The frontman of the British heavy metal band Venom, Conrad Lunt, known under the stage name Kronos, has died at the age of 63, the musician’s colleagues said.

"It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Conrad 'Kronos' Lunt has passed away. For over four decades, Conrad's voice, bass guitar and creative vision were the soul of Venom. He created something that changed heavy music forever," the band said in a statement on social media.

The cause of death has not been reported.

The Guardian newspaper writes that Lunt brought elements of a vibrant theatrical show to Venom concerts, accompanying his performances with shocking statements.