Slayer!

[LaneSax]

sure there are fans here, check out the new one


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBG1WLxlQ9M

[UnjollyIrishman]

I am. But their new song is meh. I always thought Jeff's songs were better than Kerry's. I explain it better and in more detail here (http://milklizards.wordpress.com/2014/04/24/half-of-slayer-release-a-new-song-unsurprisingly-its-pretty-meh-also-new-album-and-new-label/) (If you excuse my Whoring).
But everything other than Diabolus In Musica, I find awesome, but my favorite is Reign in Blood. Cliche, yes, but it is still my favourite Thrash album.

[LaneSax]

I think Diabolus in Musica has some gems but the rest filler.

Gotta say I feel "Divine Intervention" and "World Painted Blood" are my least favorites.

Jeff was Slayer, in my opinion. Without Dave too, I have no expectations for the new album so will be glad if the tunes are half decent.

[LaneSax]

free download of Implode

http://www.slayer.net/us/implode

[Maximilian]

I'm don't go around comparing new stuff to old stuff, but that song just plain sucks.

[henryeatscereal]

Sorry if someone thinks that this should go on the controversial opinions thread (http://www.echoingthesound.org/community/threads/940-Controversial-Music-Opinions) but in my opinion this band should not exist anymore, it's just not the same without Jeff, heard the new track but it didn't do much for me, if the whole album is like that i think my point will be proven...

[LaneSax]

New Slayer song for RSD!

http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/slayer-new-song-when-the-stillness-comes-to-be-made-available-for-record-store-day/

[GulDukat]

I only own Reign in Blood. ​I like it but am not a fanatic. Where is the next best place to start?

[henryeatscereal]

I only own Reign in Blood. ​I like it but am not a fanatic. Where is the next best place to start?
Get "South of Heaven", it's their second best album and the next one after "Reign in Blood", it has awesome tracks like "Mandatory suicide" and "South of Heaven", afterwards you can buy "Seasons in the Abyss" that it's also great and the next one after "South of Heaven", then you can complete their discography either going backwards and getting the first two albums (good but not great), or getting more recent stuff like "God hates us all" and/or "Christ Illusion" (both great albums).

[Krazy]

+1 for Seasons. And the title track is awesome...

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eQpvqPuDJWI

[Space Suicide]

Love that but


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNFglDcW7dQ

[LaneSax]

I think Seasons in the Abyss is their best album with South of Heaven a very close second

[Krazy]

Love that but


Seasons, as a whole, is a great album. I think if you polled most fans Seasons and RIB would rank 1 and 2 in some order.

And...

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii223/GoatKrazy/ee5da11c.jpg (http://s265.photobucket.com/user/GoatKrazy/media/ee5da11c.jpg.html)

[LaneSax]

While I might be in the minority who doesn't enjoy Reign In Blood as much as other Slayer albums, I think "Postmortem" is one of their best songs!

[WorzelG]

I've seen Slayer five or six times, they've never put on a bad show that i've seen, always really full on and intense. The last time I saw them was at Sonisphere festival a few years ago, maybe 2011, when they were doing a 'big four' thing with Metallica, Megadeth and. Anthrax, even in the day the show had the same intensity. One of their shows, Newcastle (UK) in the early nineties, would be in my top 5 shows of all time.

[Space Suicide]

While I might be in the minority who doesn't enjoy Reign In Blood as much as other Slayer albums, I think "Postmortem" is one of their best songs!

Postmortem is most excellent and the end of the song that leads up to Raining Blood makes it all that much better. Excellent track segueing in that.

[GulDukat]

Been listen to South and Seasons​--good stuff.

[LaneSax]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iP2njx-0mY0

[Space Suicide]

Everyone hates it, I like it. Ha.

[LaneSax]

not enjoying it. The ending is pretty cool though

[Conan The Barbarian]

The intro is a little to long, but i dig it

[newmodel87]

Sounds good to me.

[GulDukat]

Slayer Announce Release Details for 11th Album ‘Repentless
http://loudwire.com/slayer-release-details-11th-album-repentless/

[LaneSax]

another album out on Sept 11 haha

can't wait for this, I really did not enjoy World Painted Blood enough and crave a good album

[GulDukat]

New album to be released as a seven pound eagle:
http://classicrock.teamrock.com/news/2015-06-02/slayer-s-metal-eagle-version-of-repentless
Special edition.

[LaneSax]

will probably pass on that because I am running out of space

[GulDukat]

I wonder how much that's going to cost?

ETA:
http://shop.nuclearblast.com/en/shop/item/groups/51000.1.no-label.html?records_per_page=90&article_group_sort_type_handle=rank&custom_keywords=Slayer&custom_deliverable=f

$180.00

I like Slayer and will pick up the new album, but that's a little steep, although very cool.

[Conan The Barbarian]

Well, at least you an hang it on your wall. So its a neat decorative piece.

[Sutekh]

£109 in the uk! not fussed about the album but would love a slayer eagle for my amp

[LaneSax]

this is a huge improvement on the last album cover

http://assets.blabbermouth.net.s3.amazonaws.com/media/slayerrepentlesscover.jpg

[LaneSax]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uivxr3O6rSE

[Arcspiral]

I'm sure that 99% of fans will disagree with me, but I always preferred Bostaphs's drumming over Lombardo. Paul really brings something amazing to this band!

[LaneSax]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnrcI3vYn_Q

[Camille]

Not a fan but this may be of interest to those who are http://crackmagazine.net/article/music/slayer-from-the-depths/

[LaneSax]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjb0j9l1sz4

[Space Suicide]

Neat video, not a huge fan of the song. Reminds me of Disciple a bit...not sure why.

When the Stillness Comes is a better song from what I've heard so far.

[center27j]

Repentless is a very strong album, pleasantly surprised, Kerry was able to work in some really solid riffs. Vices is currently the standout track for me.

[LaneSax]

I am surprised by Repentless too. I wasn't expecting much from the singles until I heard the title track

in ETS tradition, here is how I rank the Slayer albums

1. Seasons in the Abyss
2. South of Heaven
3. Christ Illusion
4. Show No Mercy
5. Reign in Blood
6. Repentless
7. God Hates Us All
8. Hell Awaits
9. World Painted Blood
10. Diabolus in Musica
11. Divine Intervention

[Space Suicide]

Reign In Blood
Seasons in the Abyss
South of Heaven
Divine Intervention
Christ Illusion
God Hates Us All
Hell Awaits
Show No Mercy
World Painted Blood
Diabolus in Musica



Repentless has no where to place right now for me :p

[Conan The Barbarian]

Am I the only one who thought Diabolus In Musica is not the bad album people think it was? I mean, its not classic, but I can still jam with it.

[LaneSax]

Am I the only one who thought Diabolus In Musica is not the bad album people think it was? I mean, its not classic, but I can still jam with it.
I think it's pretty underrated

"Bitter Peace" is my favourite Slayer from any of their albums.

"Stain of Mind" is another great track from it. Wish they'd play either on tour

[GulDukat]

Going to the Boston show in March. Anyone else going to see the upcoming tour?

[Krazy]

I'd consider it if they came through Milwaukee on a weekend. Also feels like something's missing without both Dave and Jeff- not that the replacements are bad but just doesn't feel the same.

[center27j]

I'd consider it if they came through Milwaukee on a weekend. Also feels like something's missing without both Dave and Jeff- not that the replacements are bad but just doesn't feel the same.

i realize jeff cannot be replaced, but if you saw them live i'd bet you'd come around...gary does one hell of a job and really brings a lot of energy.

i'm really looking forward to the tour opener here in chicago and how the repentless tracks will mix into what is always a very solid set.

[Pillfred]

Going to the Boston show in March. Anyone else going to see the upcoming tour?
I'm most likely going to see them when they come to town. I've got a handful of friends probably coming around to check it out so it should be a good time.

[LaneSax]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zhi3FmTUFg

[LaneSax]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eF5iMLldBzE

[october_midnight]

Slayer announce upcoming world tour will be their farewell. (http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/slayer-to-make-its-exit-after-one-final-world-tour/)

[Krazy]

Bah! The old “farewell tour”. Just to be gone for a few years (and it doesn’t hurt ticket sales either) just to come back in a few years.

I’d like to check them out if they come back to Milwaukee though. Haven’t seen this iteration of the band yet.

[Space Suicide]

Whether it’s true or not and though Dave and Jeff weren’t there I am glad to say I seen them last year with Behemoth and Lamb of God.

[virushopper]

I just want to see the band with Dave on drums again.

[Conan The Barbarian]

Whether it’s true or not and though Dave and Jeff weren’t there I am glad to say I seen them last year with Behemoth and Lamb of God.

Get ready cause this lineup is coming around again with anthrax and testament.

I really hope there is a texas date somewhere cause i cant miss this again.

And I think Slayer is done, Tom really wants to retire. I can see King either starting something fresh or joining another band.

[bobbie solo]

Oh PLEASE. Those greedy fucks aren't gonna stop doing shows. They're just cooling off big, long tours. You will see them every year doing festivals and one-off's for a good, long time guaranteed.

[october_midnight]

Confirmed on their FB as the 'final North American tour'. No dates official yet, though the lineup is sick.

http://www.theprp.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/slayertouradmat.jpg

[Dryalex12]

I dunno guys, Tom looks like he is done with Slayer, he needs the break. Im happy for him

[Space Suicide]

Dates were released and they have a date here in Charlotte on June 14th. Looks like I’m going to another Summer Slayer Show.

@Conan The Barbarian (http://www.echoingthesound.org/community/member.php?u=498) There’s three Texas dates!

[Conan The Barbarian]

There is. Also 100 dollar tickets. Plus fees, its gonna be a possible no from me :( i cant afford that

[ManBurning]

There is. Also 100 dollar tickets. Plus fees, its gonna be a possible no from me :( i cant afford that

$100 is a steal... Guess what the price is here? $196.50 + fees.... hahahhahahahahahahah! Oh my, That is some funny shit! Hahahahaha.... What a joke.

[Space Suicide]

$100 is a steal... Guess what the price is here? $196.50 + fees.... hahahhahahahahahahah! Oh my, That is some funny shit! Hahahahaha.... What a joke.

Honestly 5 bands starting at 5 pm for an estimated $100.00 is a good deal to me.

Your price not so much.

[cahernandez]

I checked and there are $77 +fees tickets at Vancouver. Possibly nosebleeds but still, that's not too bad! I'd go if I were you.

[ManBurning]

I checked and there are $77 +fees tickets at Vancouver. Possibly nosebleeds but still, that's not too bad! I'd go if I were you.

Yeah, those are nosebleeds. I say floor or stay home. If you're stuck in a seat, you may as well load up a YouTube video of a full show and rock out at home.

[bobbie solo]

tix far below that rip off price will be plentiful as the show gets closer. Just be patient.

[bobbie solo]

https://d38trduahtodj3.cloudfront.net/images.ashx?t=ig&rid=MetraPark&i=Slayer_600x600.jpg


NOVEMBER
2 Explore Asheville Arena, Asheville, NC
3 PNC Arena, Raleigh, NC
5 Salem Civic Center, Salem, VA
6 Giant Center, Hershey, PA
8 Mass Mutual Center, Springfield, MA
9 Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
11 KFC Yum Center, Louisville, KY
12 Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH
14 TaxSlayer Arena, Moline, IL
15 Denny Sanford Center, Sioux Falls, SD
17 Fargodome, Fargo, ND
18 CHI Health Center, Omaha, NE
20 Broadmore Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
22 Rimrock Arena, Billings, MT
24 Spokane Arena, Spokane, WA
26 Oracle Arena, Oakland, CA
27 MGM Arena, Las Vegas, NV
30 The Forum, Los Angeles, CA

I'd imagine more dates will be announced in some of those gaps. I'm not a fan of how Slayer has gone about this "final" tour nor a fan of Scab Slayer in general, but that's a solid lineup, especially with Phil starting the night off with some Pantera songs. Will prolly attend the 11/9 date.

[SM Rollinger]

Still hard to believe this is coming to my d market town!!

[imail724]

I'm no Slayer fan, but Primus, Ministry, and the closest thing to Pantera I'll ever get? See you at MSG!

[Helpmeiaminhell (is now in hell)]

These bands should be opening for Phil

[ManBurning]

Still hard to believe this is coming to my d market town!!

Lucky boy! I'd kill to see this show... and not for Slayer, lol. The rest of the lineup is stacked!

[SM Rollinger]

Lucky boy! I'd kill to see this show... and not for Slayer, lol. The rest of the lineup is stacked!

No doubt! Ministry in my home town... No fucking way!

Primus played here last year, and I've seen Slayer about ten years ago. But k never saw Pantera so this is as close as I ever get!!

[Krazy]

Ticketmaster is currently doing Slayer presale if anyone wants to pay extra.

Wish this tour was coming closer to me. :/ Man, that’s an awesome lineup.

[imail724]

Was anybody able to pull GA for MSG with the Brooklyn Vegan or Blabbermouth presale codes? All I am seeing for GA is for Citi card holders, which I am not :(

Edit: Right after posting this I managed to get them by doing 1 BV and 1 BM. Go Figure.

[virushopper]

Edit: Right after posting this I managed to get them by doing 1 BV and 1 BM. Go Figure.
What do you mean by that? My presale is going to open up in an hour. Any tip would be great man.

[imail724]

What do you mean by that? My presale is going to open up in an hour. Any tip would be great man.
There were 2 presales happening at the same time. One was through BrooklynVegan with the password "BVEVIL" and one through Blabbermouth with the password "BLOOD". I couldn't get 2 GA tickets through either one, but I managed to get 1 through each.

[virushopper]

There were 2 presales happening at the same time. One was through BrooklynVegan with the password "BVEVIL" and one through Blabbermouth with the password "BLOOD". I couldn't get 2 GA tickets through either one, but I managed to get 1 through each.
Ah okay. Good to know. Thanks man!

[SM Rollinger]

Got our GA tickets without an issue! (benefits of living in a c market :) )

[quietime]

So I managed to get tickets for MSG. But there were no GA available at all during public sale. Plus after all the bot checks and verification's I kept getting an error saying you cannot purchase tickets on this device. What's up with that? So I had to use the app on my phone and rejoin the line and ended up in the 200's instead of front row lower bowl which I originally had selected. Buying tickets these days is so frustrating. These days it's verify this verify that chase the blue dot sorry try again error oops restart you took to long get to the back of the line etc. Sorry for the rant I'm just getting older and this shit is just unbelievable.

[snichols]

Ticketmaster sucks, always has, but is definitely worse.

[Krazy]

Fuck you, NASCAR. Can’t even get your own (dying) sport straight, much less giving into sponsors...

https://deadspin.com/nascar-cowards-dropped-slayer-as-a-race-car-sponsor-bec-1837332107


^^^that car looked cool, was hoping to see it on a track.

[SM Rollinger]

Seriously? I was expecting pentagrams or upside down crosses or something.

[binaryhermit]

That wasn't NASCAR, that was the owner of the team involved

[Krazy]

That wasn't NASCAR, that was the owner of the team involved


”reactionary concerns from other long-time participating sponsors”


^^^I read that as NASCAR sponsors along with team sponsors. Answer is probably “both” or “all of the above”.

EDIT: just saw the team owners reply as well. He probably got some backlash from other sponsors but who knows.

[bobbie solo]

I am sorry to resurrect this thread & get people wrongly excited, but Dave Lombardo has a solo record coming out, and the first song from it is great.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypmc9WpH0-8&ab_channel=IpecacRecordings

[Atu]

So Kerry King's "solo" album is running in the wild and yeah, even with Mark Osegueda on vocals, if it was labeled as Slayer, I wouldn't hear much difference. Not saying it's bad, though. After all King was Slayer's core composer and new "Slayer" is always welcomed.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOwFC56MQgA

[richardp]

Album fuckin' rules and honestly I think I might prefer Mark's voice slightly over Tom's.

[LaneSax]

https://youtu.be/B2TmL78eHg0?si=jWEHApQ20dXTBxA0
https://youtu.be/2fALV3X9jB4?si=zaCMMTpdgFdbB_Cx

[Atu]

With every day I'm loving the album more and more.
I'm also surprised how punk-heavy it is. I was always under the impression that it was Jeff who brought the punk elements to Slayer.

[Space Suicide]

I'm checking out Mastodon and Lamb of God in July in Raleigh. Kerry King is opening along with Malevolence.

Should be a grand time. I love Idle Hands.