Shaun Glass: Chicago Metal Legend Remembered | Music News

Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Chicago metal lost a true titan: Shaun Glass, 57, passed away July 1 after a stroke, leaving behind his wife and 13-year-old son. A revered guitarist for SOIL, BROKEN HOPE, and his latest project REPENTANCE, Glass was a quiet force who shaped decades of heavy music. Musicians remember him not just for his blistering riffs and relentless drive, but for his warmth, generosity, and knack for connecting the scene. From his early days in TERMINAL DEATH to his late-career reinvention, Glass never stopped creating — even as he battled illness. His legacy lives in every album he played on, every band…