Phil Anselmo

Philip Anselmo (born June 30, 1968) is a heavy metal vocalist and musician. Although he is best known for his work as a vocalist and lyricist with the now defunct Pantera, Anselmo has been involved with numerous other musical projects in the realm of heavy metal.

Early Life

Much of Phil's early life remains undocumented at this time, with only hints towards what it may have been like showing up in songs like 25 Years and sporadic pieces popping up in interviews. Phil grew up in inner city New Orleans to an abusive alcoholic father that operated several bars in the area. Though he loved metal, he was especially influenced by the hardcore/crossover scene led by bands such as Cro-Mags, Sick of It All, Rose Tattoo, Agnostic Front, Black Flag, and Warzone.

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Cro-Mags - Sick of It All - Rose Tattoo - Agnostic Front - Black Flag - Warzone

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In his own words, when he was 15 years old he burned his parents' home down and fled to live on the streets. During this time Phil lived on his own with the help of friends he had made growing up. With no education or family Philip committed his life to music. He was involved with the New Orleans metal and hardcore scene in the early to mid-80s, playing several gigs with Razor White and on his own prior to joining Pantera in 1987.

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80s - 1987

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