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Twisted Sister's Jay Jay French Reports Drummer A.J. Pero Passes Away

posted Mar 20, 2015 at 12:55 PM by CROMCarl.  (9 Comments)

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Twisted Sister guitarist Jay Jay French has reported that drummer A.J. Pero passed away. The cause of death is not yet known.

On his Facebook Page, French reported: "The members of Twisted Sister are profoundly saddened to announce the untimely passing of our brother, A.J. Pero.

"The band, crew and most importantly the family of A.J. Pero thank you for your thoughts and prayers at this time."

Pero played with Twisted Sister from 1982-1986, 1997-1998 and 2003-present, having appeared on all but one release ("Love Is For Suckers," 1987). He also appeared on the classic Cities album from 1986 - "Annihilation Absolute." In addition, Pero has performed on the latest two Adrenaline Mob releases: "Men of Honor" (2014) and this year's EP "Dearly Departed."

More information on his untimely death is expected soon.

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1. Mike Heisler writes:

Thoughts and prayers to the Twisted Sister and Adrenaline Mob families.

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2. Pete Loughran writes:

Been with you guys since the Ace In the Hole days. Great music, great shows, great memories. Aj gave all and we are forever indebted. Thank you to the Pero family and T.S. For all the enjoyment that TS has brought to so many. God bless MR. AJ Pero.

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3. LarryC. writes:

Rip Aj Pero

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4. Andy Rower writes:

Sad news. My heart goes out to the Twisted Sister and Adrenaline Mob familes. R.I.P. A.J.

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5. David Hierophant writes:

Sorry to hear. Will always be my favorite band..

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6. Rod writes:

Damn... AJ Pero RIP...

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7. Antonio Saillant writes:

I am sadden by the passing of AJ Pero, he was a dear friend of mine and I will miss him dearly. I produced a film called Red Right Wrong, which he starred in recently. This is a great loss for me he was a natural star and has been a good friend. My condolences go out to his friends and family and to the band Twisted Sister and Adrenaline Mob. AJ Pero will never be forgotten and will remain the greatest drummer of all times.

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8. Harry Ingleson writes:

R.I.P. AJ...thanks for the great music and kick a$$ shows...

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9. Mark Arrington writes:

AJ will not be forgotten my prayers go out to his family and Twisted Sister

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