Slash Gets Slashed
Legendary Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash has officially left Twitter (now X) after his account was hacked and used to promote a Solana-based meme coin—yet another case of CT degeneracy going full rogue with a celebrity’s face.
The Scam
On April 9, 2025, hackers took over Slash’s verified X account and began shilling a meme token in his name, mimicking the playbook we’ve seen with other celebrity-themed pump-and-dumps. No dev team, no project, just vibes, coins, and stolen clout. The posts were quickly flagged and removed, but not before they made the rounds in crypto circles.
Exit Stage Left
Instead of returning to tweet a classic “I’ve been hacked” message like most celebs do, Slash deactivated his entire account, pulling the plug on a platform he’s used for years. The move underscores how chaotic the current meme coin wave is—especially when tied to Solana’s booming DEX volume and lightning-fast meme launches.
Solana’s Wild West Era
Solana’s speed and low fees have made it the go-to chain for meme tokens, but that comes with a cost: it’s also become a playground for scammers and opportunists. Tokens like FARTCOIN, BUTTCOIN, and now this “Slash token” have no vetting process—just vibes, wallets, and a launch button.
Final Take
One of rock’s biggest names just rage quit the internet thanks to a fake meme coin. While the trenches celebrate chaos, this is a reminder that not all press is good press—especially when it ends with a hacked legacy and a deleted account. Welcome to Solana.
