Metal Sludge — Sad news from the rock world today as we report the unfortunate passing of James Kottak.

A source close to the Kottak camp has confirmed the news that the drummer died early this morning in his hometown of Louisville Kentucky.

It is believed that Kottak died of an apparent cardiac arrest.

Kottak was best known as the drummer from Kingdom Come who made an impact in the late 80’s with their Led Zepplin esque influence.

Kottak was also part of various touring bands including a 2 decade stretch in Scorpions (1996-2016), Warrant (1994-1996) and Dio for a short run of shows in 1997.

Over the last many years, Kottak has made headlines at Metal Sludge among many other rock websites for a variation of reasons.

Kottak was involved in various side-projects as well including the band Krunk in the mid 90’s where he sang lead vocals and played guitar.

James Kottak was 61.

Metal Sludge would like to send our condolences to family and friends of James Kottak.




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