Slayer's fast and aggressive musical style made them one of the "big four" bands of thrash metal, alongside Metallica, Megadeth and Anthrax.

Delve into the chronology of Slayer’s brutal reign as thrash metal pioneers, from their earliest manifestation through today.

Play all Official SLAYER music videos. In the beginning, when there were no blueprints, no set paths, no boundaries or steps to follow, SLAYER assaulted the world with its hybrid of metal and...

Feb 21, 2024 · SLAYER has officially reunited and will return to the live stage in September.

Slayer was formed in 1981 by Los Angeles schoolmates and guitarists Jeff Hanneman and Kerry King. Tom Araya soon joined on bass and vocals, and drummer Dave Lombardo joined ...

Jul 28, 2025 · Indeed, ‘Slayer!’ – more properly pronounced ‘SLAYYYYYAAAARGHH!’ - has become a rallying cry for metalheads worldwide. In some ways they’ve transcended music to become a …

Slayer, formed in 1981 in Huntington Park, California, is one of the most influential bands in the heavy metal genre, particularly known for their role in establishing the thrash metal subgenre.

Slaytanic Verses Slayer unleashes "Slaytanic Verses," an unholy digital museum showcasing a deep-dive into the band's 40+ years of musical mayhem. Unveil Slayer's hidden world. Explore their …

Mar 4, 2025 · Reunited thrash metal icons Slayer announced a run of 2025 shows in the North America and Europe on Tuesday (March 4), with the gigs representing the band’s first U.K. and Canadian …

Oct 30, 2024 · Slayer will headline the Louder Than Life festival taking place at Highland Festival Grounds at Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY between September 18 and 21. Slayer was …