They are amongst the most famous thrash metal bands in the world and after all these years their influence is far-reaching, their output is still of high quality, and their popularity sealed. It means that Slayer tickets will be hot property for any metal fan worldwide, with no fan of the thrash metal scene wanting to miss out on one of the best.
To give an idea of the popularity of Slayer, they are often held up alongside titans like Metallica, Megadeath and Anthrax as the top thrash metal bands in the world. They are also the recipients of two Grammy Awards, one of which they earned in 2007 for their acclaimed song “Eyes of the Insane” and other for Best Metal Performance in 2008. They have been nominated a further two times and are certain to receive plenty of recognition in years to come.
They consist of Tom Araya on the bass and vocals, Jeff Hanneman on the guitar, Kerry Kin on the guitar and Dave Lombardo in the drums, whilst other members also include Tony Scaglione, John Dette and Paul Bostaph. Together their discography contains early releases like “Show No Mercy” and “Hell Awaits” in 1983 and 1985, plus their breakout hit that earned the title of ‘Heaviest Album of All Time’ – “Reign of Blood” in 1986. They have since released “South of Heaven” in 1988 and rounded out the decade with “Seasons in the Abyss” in 1990. Recent years have included albums like “Diabolus in Musica” in 1998, “God Hates Us All” in 2001, “Christ Illusion” in 2006 and “World Painted Blood” in 2009.
No matter how long Slayer remain a touring band, their influence is sealed and whilst uncertainty surrounding their longevity together their back catalogue of hits will provide plenty of unbeatable songs for years to come. But Slayer need to be seen on the stage and as a result, purchasing Slayer tickets is a necessity when they go on sale – they are tickets to witnessing one of the biggest metal acts around.