Alex Terrible, frontman of Slaughter To Prevail, recently opened up about a controversial tattoo that led to significant career consequences. He shared his story in an interview with Craig Reynolds.
The discussion centered around a European tour cancellation and the personal decisions that followed. When asked about when he covered up his tattoo, Terrible provided a candid explanation of the events that unfolded.
“When we got the problem on European tour. So, we got the European tour cancelled because of my tattoo and because of my surroundings,” Terrible said. “And people start to say like, ‘He listened to right-wing music,’ and all this sh*t. Which is true because I just like that music not about lyrics or not about like political views.”
He explained how his music preferences and social media posts created controversy.
“For example, my friend listened to this band, I was like, This is sick riff,’ you know. This band, You Must Murder, which is completely Nazi band, and I love few songs and I was like, ‘I really enjoy that music.’ I literally don’t give a sh*t about lyrics and I cannot understand the lyrics, you know. And I just put it on my playlist on VK page and people just screenshot it,” he continued.
The situation escalated when old photographs surfaced online.
“And people just bring the sh*t up, you know, and they found my picture. I’m standing with the rifle. The f*cking Third Reich used this rifle back in the days like the war. With this f*cking hat. Like an SS hat. So, I went to my friend’s house. This friend’s his father very big collector and he has a lot of stuff from war which is like USSR and Nazi and all of that. And I was like this issick. Let’s take a picture with this sh*t, you know? And I put it on my social media,” Terrible admitted.
Reflecting on his past actions, he acknowledged his responsibility in the matter.
“Like I’m just being stupid being a little boy. But I was not a boy. I was ilke around 19. But it doesn’t matter. It’s just excuses. I was stupid, right? And I have to take this responsibility because I wasn’t a boy. I was a grown man already. So, which is like understand I’m paying the price right now,” he said.
Terrible concluded by explaining his decision to cover the tattoos. He cited both career concerns and personal growth.
“I covered my tattoos not just because I changed my views or like I I changed my mind or something. I was scared for my career. And I’m completely honest, you know, but also because you didn’t want to be associated or after that. So I covered that, right? Because I was scared,” he stated.
The controversy surrounding Alex Terrible continues to impact Slaughter To Prevail’s touring plans and public reception. This demonstrates the lasting effects of past actions in the digital age.
Loaded Radio reported that Slaughter To Prevail’s 2026 European tour is facing intense backlash due to Terrible’s past controversies. The tour includes support from death metal bands Dying Fetus and Suicide Silence. Fans have been heavily criticizing the lineup because of his tattoos, social media posts, and perceived political leanings. This shows that the frontman’s past actions continue to affect the band’s reputation years later.
Despite the ongoing controversies, the band remains committed to their touring schedule. Official tour information revealed that Slaughter To Prevail is planning an extensive global tour starting in Moscow. The tour will pass through Europe and North America before culminating in Japan. Their powerful live shows continue to draw metal fans worldwide. This suggests that while controversy persists, their musical appeal remains strong among their core audience.
The band has also faced practical challenges beyond the political controversies. Chaoszine noted that Slaughter To Prevail was previously forced to cancel three shows due to transportation issues. This highlights how various factors can impact touring bands in the modern music industry.
The situation illustrates the complex relationship between artists’ personal histories and their professional careers in the age of social media. Past actions can resurface and create ongoing challenges for musicians and their bands.
