Slayer
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Slayer is an American thrash metal band from Huntington Park, California, formed in 1981 by Kerry King, Jeff Hanneman, Dave Lombardo, and Tom Araya. The band became known for a fast and aggressive style that placed it among the big four of thrash metal alongside Metallica, Megadeth, and Anthrax. The lineup later included Paul Bostaph on drums and Gary Holt on guitar; Holt initially joined as a touring member in 2011 and became a permanent member following Hanneman’s death in 2013. Drummer Jon Dette is a former member.
Influenced by: Metallica, Exodus, Sodom, Venom
- Active:
- 1981-2019
- Scene:
- Los Angeles/Orange County metal
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