The passing of Conrad 'Cronos' Lant, the frontman of the UK heavy metal band Venom, has left a gap in the metal genre. At the age of 63, Lant's impact to the band have been recognized by both the band and the industry. The news of his passing has caused a surge in tributes from the public. Various media outlets, including The Guardian, Loudwire, BLABBERMOUTH.NET, Ultimate Guitar, and Variety, have confirmed the tragic event. Lant's work with Venom will continue to the group's future projects.