Dave Lombardo recently addressed the possibility of writing his autobiography. He shared his thoughts in an interview with Dr. Music.
The legendary Slayer drummer discussed his current perspective on documenting his career and experiences in the music industry.
When asked if he has given any thought to the idea of writing his autobiography, Lombardo expressed uncertainty about the timing.
“I honestly don’t know, ’cause I feel like I’m still writing it,” Lombardo said. “I’m still doing it. I don’t know. I don’t feel like it’s the right time. I’ve still got some steam in me.”
The drummer hinted at having untold stories that could potentially make for compelling reading material.
“I’ve got so much shit to say that I haven’t said,” he continued. “I’ll give it a thought, but I don’t see it happening anytime soon.”
Lombardo’s hesitation to write his autobiography comes as no surprise given his extensive and ongoing contributions to the metal scene that span over four decades.
Modern Drummer reported that Lombardo helped forge Slayer’s groundbreaking sound with albums like Show No Mercy (1983) and Reign in Blood (1986), known for shattering tempo barriers and advancing double bass drum technique. His innovative approach earned him recognition as “the godfather of double bass” drumming, a technique that became fundamental to extreme metal genres.
Beyond his work with Slayer, Loudwire noted that Lombardo has maintained a prolific career, collaborating with bands like Fantômas and Testament. He brought percussive intensity and experimental breadth to his projects. His versatility extends across multiple genres, from thrash metal to avant-garde experimental music.
Big Takeover revealed that Lombardo has recently explored solo work and production, stating that the pandemic lockdown gave him time to focus on new creative pursuits and music engineering. This ongoing musical evolution suggests that any future autobiography would capture much more than just his Slayer years.
His continued activity in the music industry includes recent solo projects and collaborations. This indicates that Lombardo’s story is far from over. The drummer’s reluctance to commit to an autobiography timeline reflects his belief that his most compelling chapters may still be unwritten.
