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...

Mar 11, 2025 · Slayer Albums in Order showcase the evolution of one of thrash metal’s most aggressive and influential bands. Formed in 1981 in Huntington Park, California, by Kerry King, Jeff Hanneman, …

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

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 …

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 4, 2025 · After a five-year hiatus, Slayer performed two special festival appearances in September and October 2024, sparking speculation about a possible full-scale comeback.

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.

Slayer is a thrash metal band from Huntington Park, California, USA, that was formed in 1981 by Kerry King (guitar), Jeff Hanneman (guitar), Dave Lombardo (drums) and Tom Araya (vocals and bass). In …