The demise of Conrad 'Cronos' Lant, the iconic figure of the UK heavy metal band Venom, has left a significant void in the heavy metal community. At the age of 63, Lant's legacy to the genre have been celebrated by both the band and the fellow musicians. The announcement of his death has caused a surge in tributes from his bandmates. Various media outlets, including The Guardian, Loudwire, BLABBERMOUTH.NET, Ultimate Guitar, and Variety, have reported the tragic event. Lant's work with Venom will live on through the band's future projects.