SLAYER - Live Undead / Haunting the Chapel 12" Vinyl LP Album

- Limited Edition on Blue Vinyl, 500 copies

Limited Edition 180g Heavy Weight of 500 copies worldwide, pressed on Blue Semi-Transparent vinyl

This album is merger of "Live Undead" and "Haunting the Chapel" (EP)

 

 

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"Live Undead / Haunting the Chapel" Album Description:

Calling all thrash maniacs and Slayer disciples! A sonic assault from the band's early days is back for a limited pressing on stunning blue vinyl. "Live Undead / Haunting the Chapel" combines the raw energy of Slayer's "Live Undead" live album with the blasphemous anthems of their "Haunting the Chapel" EP, all immortalized on heavyweight blue vinyl. With only 500 copies available worldwide, this is a must-have for any Slayer collector or thrash enthusiast.

Double Dose of Early Slayer Havoc

Originally released in 1984, "Live Undead" captured Slayer's ferocious live performance, showcasing their early classics like "Black Magic," "Die by the Sword," and "Show No Mercy." The frantic drumming of Dave Lombardo, the razor-sharp riffs of Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman, and Tom Araya's venomous vocals are all perfectly preserved on this live recording.

Paired with "Live Undead" is "Haunting the Chapel," Slayer's debut EP from 1984. This four-track offering includes thrash staples like "Chemical Warfare" and the title track, offering a glimpse into the band's unbridled aggression that would come to define thrash metal.

A Collector's Dream in Electric Blue

This limited edition pressing takes the brutality of "Live Undead / Haunting the Chapel" to a new level. Pressed on heavyweight 180-gram vinyl in a gorgeous semi-transparent blue, this release is a true collector's piece.

Slayer is not showing any Mercy:

Album Description & Collectors information:

 

Limited Edition 180g Heavy Weight of 500 copies worldwide, pressed on Blue Semi-Transparent vinyl

This album is merger of "Live Undead" and "Haunting the Chapel" (EP)

 

 

Music Genre:

Thrash Metal 

Album Production Information:

The album: "SLAYER - Live Undead / Haunting the Chapel Ltd Ed Blue Vinyl" was produced by: Bill Metoyer and Slayer

Brian Slagel is a pioneering figure in heavy metal, best known as the founder of Metal Blade Records in 1982. His label launched the careers of legendary bands like Metallica, Slayer, and Mercyful Fate, shaping the genre’s evolution. As a producer, he worked with Flotsam and Jetsam, Exciter, and Trouble, leaving a lasting impact. Learn more about Brian Slagel.
Bill Metoyer is a legendary music producer and sound engineer known for shaping the sound of heavy metal. As Vice President and in-house engineer at Metal Blade Records in the 1980s, he worked with iconic bands like Slayer, Armored Saint, and Flotsam and Jetsam. His expertise in capturing metal’s raw intensity has left a lasting impact on the genre. Learn more on his biography page.

This album was recorded at:

Tiki Recording Studios in Glen Cove, NY in front of around a dozen people.

Mixed at:

Track Record, Los Angeles, California

Mastered at:

Capitol Records

Remastered at:

Future Disc, Los Angeles, California

Album cover illustration:

Albert Cuelle

Record Label & Catalognr:

Metal Blade Records - 3984-14033-1

Album Packaging:

Gatefold/FOC (Fold Open Cover) Album Cover Design with artwork / photos on the inside cover pages

Media Format:

12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram 

Year & Country:

2008 Germany
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: SLAYER - Live Undead / Haunting the Chapel Ltd sEd Blue Vinyl
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Vocals, Bass – Tom Araya
    Tom Araya is a legendary bassist and vocalist, best known for his role in Slayer, one of thrash metal’s most influential bands. Joining in 1981, he helped shape their aggressive sound, delivering powerful performances and thought-provoking lyrics. With classic albums like Reign in Blood and Seasons in the Abyss, his impact on metal remains undeniable. Read more
  • Drums – Dave Lombardo
    Dave Lombardo is a legendary drummer, best known for his groundbreaking work with Slayer. Renowned for his lightning-fast double bass drumming and complex rhythms, he helped shape the thrash metal genre. Beyond Slayer, he played with Fantômas, Testament, and Suicidal Tendencies. His technical mastery and innovation have influenced generations of musicians. Learn more about Dave Lombardo here.
  • Guitars – Jeff Hanneman, Kerry King
    Jeff Hanneman was a legendary guitarist and founding member of Slayer, one of thrash metal’s most influential bands. His aggressive riffs, dark themes, and songwriting shaped the genre, co-writing classics like Raining Blood and Angel of Death. A fierce performer, his legacy lives on in metal history. Learn more about his impact on music on the Jeff Hanneman Biography page.
Complete Track-listing of the album "SLAYER - Live Undead / Haunting the Chapel Ltd Ed Blue Vinyl"

The detailed tracklist of this record "SLAYER - Live Undead / Haunting the Chapel Ltd Ed Blue Vinyl" is:

    SIDE A: Live Undeade:
  1. Black Magic
  2. Die By The Sword
  3. Captor Of Sin
  4. The Antichrist
  5. Evil Has No Boundaries
  6. Show No Mercy
  7. Aggressive Perfector
    SIDE B: Haunting The Chapel :
  1. Chemical Warfare
  2. Captor Of Sin
  3. Haunting The Chapel
  4. Aggressive Perfector
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