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American musician (1981–2009)

For the style used when addressing clergy, see the Reverend. For other uses, see Rev (disambiguation).

Musical artist

James Owen Sullivan (February 9, 1981 – December 28, 2009),^[2] also known by his stage name The Rev (shortened version of the Reverend Tholomew Plague), was an American musician, best known as a founding member of the heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold, where he played drums, piano and provided backing and co-lead vocals.

He was also the lead vocalist/pianist in the avant-garde metal band Pinkly Smooth and drummer for the ska punk band Suburban Legends from 1998 to 1999.^[3]

Early life and education

Sullivan was born on February 9, 1981,^[4] of Irish descent^[5] and raised Roman Catholic.

He received his first pair of drumsticks at the age of five and his own drum set at the age of twelve.^[6] While in high school, he started playing in bands.

Career

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