In a week where we saw Kerry King release his first solo single, we also became aware of a "super group" who've released a short album of very, very, very slow doom-style Slayer covers. Slower's Slower is out now, and I've plucked "War Ensemble" from it as it's one of my favourite songs. Scroll down to … Continue reading Classic Cover: Slower – “War Ensemble” (original by Slayer)
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Slayer announce “Show No Mercy” 40th anniversary special editions
Good grief, these are gorgeous. If anyone can afford the "blood" or "slipcase" editions then I know a website editor who would very much appreciate them... Formed in 1981, Slayer assaulted the world with a new hybrid of metal and punk - heavier, faster and darker than the rest - and set a new standard, … Continue reading Slayer announce “Show No Mercy” 40th anniversary special editions
Classic Cover: Creepshow – “Spill The Blood” (original by Slayer)
We love Slayer here. Almost in the creepy, stalker-y, restraining order kind of way. Not so much that we get precious, though. The fact that we have a whole section of the site devoted to cover versions says that we welcome them, but they have to be decent. Thankfully, Creepshow have done a more than … Continue reading Classic Cover: Creepshow – “Spill The Blood” (original by Slayer)
Album Review: Various Artists – Forever Reigning, A Tribute To Slayer
First up, I bloody love Slayer and I'm still sad that they called it a day. I completely get why, I don't argue that they did it at the right time, but still... no more Slayer. So what do we do? Rely on listening to the old albums, watch the new guard of thrash bands … Continue reading Album Review: Various Artists – Forever Reigning, A Tribute To Slayer
Slayer return for one final album… but no tour plans – video out now!
!EMBARGO! until 9am PST After months of rumblings of "more from the Slayer camp", it was announced today that the thrash legends will drop out of retirement for "one, final album". Entitled Prima Aprilis, you can listen to the title track below right now, with the full album due on May 2nd. Check out our … Continue reading Slayer return for one final album… but no tour plans – video out now!
Final live footage of Slayer – the end of a blood-soaked era
Obviously it didn't take long for fan footage of Slayer's final ever gig to hit the interwebs. Quality isn't what's important, but the event certainly is. In an era where many of the rock and metal greats are calling it a day - some more genuine than others and, yes, Motley Crue I'm looking at … Continue reading Final live footage of Slayer – the end of a blood-soaked era