Slayer is an American metal band from Huntington Park, California, formed in 1981 by guitarists Джеффом Ханнеманом and Керри Кингом . The classic lineup also included bassist and vocalist Тома Арайю and drummer Дэйва Ломбардо . The band became one of the leading figures in thrash metal, particularly after the release of their 1986 album Reign in Blood , which is considered a classic of the genre. Slayer is considered one of the "Big Four" of thrash metal, along with Metallica , Megadeth and Anthrax . Their contribution to the development of thrash metal remains significant even after their retirement in 2019.

• Country: USA
• Language: English
• Official website: www.slayer.net