What is the best Slayer album of all time?

Blistering speed, controversial themes, and some of the most iconic riffs in extreme metal history — every entry in this catalog has passionate defenders. Which one rules?

1

Reign in Blood

Slayer's 1986 28-minute landmark album defining extreme metal.

2

South of Heaven

Slayer's 1988 slightly slowed-down album with surprising melodic moments.

3

Seasons in the Abyss

Slayer's 1990 album blending speed and melody into their most accessible work.

4

Hell Awaits

Slayer's 1985 album pushing extreme metal into new territory.

5

Show No Mercy

Slayer's 1983 debut album establishing their speed and aggression.

6

Divine Intervention

Slayer's 1994 darkly themed album featuring intense guitar work.

7

God Hates Us All

Slayer's 2001 album released on September 11, 2001.

8

Christ Illusion

Slayer's 2006 comeback album re-uniting with drummer Dave Lombardo.

9

World Painted Blood

Slayer's 2009 aggressive album considered a strong late-career entry.

10

Repentless

Slayer's 2015 final album recorded without founding member Jeff Hanneman.