Vincent Paul Abbott, the musician and drummer dies at the age of 54, early in the morning, local Time (IST).
Paul is best know for for his work as drummer in the Pantera and Hellyeah Band,
The was was broken the heart of every fan of Paul. a statement comes from the band official, "Vinnie Paul has passed away and no further details is available at this time. The family requests you to please respect their privacy during the time".
Paul Vinnie was born in Abilene, Texas, Paul's father was a country music songwriter and producer.
In 1981, he founded Pantera band with his Brother Dimebag Darrel(known as Diamond Darrel), with four of their song, "I'm Broken", "Suicide note Pt. I", "Cemetery Gates" and "Revolution is my Name"- earning Grammy nominations for Best metal Performance.
On Dec 8, Darrel was shot dead onstage in Columbus, Ohio. Damage plan disbanded shortly after. Paul took 18 months hiatus, unsure as to whether he would return to music or not after his brother's death. But after returning in music, he joined heavy metal supergroup Hellyeah, who released five albums together with Vinnie Paul.
Tributes have poured in from fellow musicians, with Dave Mustaine of Megadeath posting on Twitter: " I just woke up in Belgium to the news that my friend Vinnie Paul has passed away.
Another metal hero taken too soon. Say hello to Daryl for me. Rest in Piece, my dear Friend Paul".