SLAYER - Seasons in the Abyss - 12" Vinyl LP Album

Slayer's 1990 album "Seasons in the Abyss" was their 1990 studio album and is widely considered a classic in the thrash metal genre. The album features some of Slayer's most well-known tracks, including the title track ""Seasons in the Abyss"" and "War Ensemble".

Lyrically, "Seasons in the Abyss" is as dark and disturbing as Slayer's previous albums. The band's lyrics often explore themes of violence, death, and destruction, and this album is no exception. "War Ensemble" addresses the horrors of war, while "Dead Skin Mask" delves into the mind of a serial killer. "Expendable Youth" is a scathing critique of societal indifference to youth violence, and "Temptation" is a warning against the seductive power of evil.

"Seasons in the Abyss" had a significant impact on the thrash metal genre, cementing Slayer's position as one of its leading bands. The album's technical prowess, raw energy, and dark lyrical themes inspired countless metal bands in the years that followed. Slayer's influence can be heard in the work of bands like Metallica, Megadeth, and Pantera, among others.

"Seasons in the Abyss" is widely considered one of the greatest thrash metal albums of all time, with many fans and critics considering it Slayer's finest work. The album has endured over the years, remaining a staple of metal playlists and inspiring new generations of metal fans. Its legacy is a testament to the power of Slayer's music and the enduring appeal of thrash metal.

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The album: "SLAYER - Seasons in the Abyss " was produced by: Rick Rubin , Andy Wallace, Slayer

Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Andy Wallace, Allen Abrahamson, Chris Rich , David Tobocman

This album was recorded at: Hit City West, Hollywood Sound Recorders, Record Plant, Los Angeles

Hollywood Sound Recorders, often referred to as Hollywood Sound, was a renowned recording studio located in Hollywood, California. Established in the mid-20th century, the studio became an iconic part of the music industry during the golden era of rock, pop, and film scoring. It was celebrated for its cutting-edge recording equipment, excellent acoustics, and ability to cater to a wide variety of musical genres and styles.

Album cover design: Robert Fisher

Album cover photography: Larry Carroll

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Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: SLAYER - Seasons in the Abyss

Band-members, Musicians and Performers
• Tom Araya - Vocals, Bass
• Tom Araya – Bass Guitar, Vocals

  Founding voice and bass anchor of Slayer, known for his ferocious delivery, stark lyrical themes, and a presence that helped define thrash metal at its most extreme.  Read more...

  Tom Araya is a Chilean-American bassist and vocalist best known as the frontman of Slayer, one of thrash metal’s most influential and uncompromising bands. Joining the group in 1981, Araya combined rapid-fire bass lines with an unmistakable vocal attack that ranged from snarled shouts to near-spoken menace. Albums such as Reign in Blood, South of Heaven, and Seasons in the Abyss cemented his reputation as a defining voice of extreme metal, while his lyrics often explored war, violence, religion, and the darker edges of human psychology. His role in shaping Slayer’s sound and image remains foundational to the genre.

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• Dave Lombardo - Drums
• Dave Lombardo – Drums

  Revolutionary metal drummer whose speed, precision, and groove redefined what thrash metal drumming could physically do.  Read more...

  Dave Lombardo is a Cuban-American drummer best known for his work with Slayer, where his explosive double-bass technique and razor-sharp timing set new standards for extreme metal percussion. Joining the band in the early 1980s, Lombardo’s playing became a defining force on albums such as Reign in Blood, South of Heaven, and Seasons in the Abyss, blending raw speed with unexpected rhythmic complexity. Outside of Slayer, he expanded his range through collaborations with Fantômas, Testament, and Suicidal Tendencies, proving his versatility well beyond thrash. His influence on modern metal drumming is both technical and unavoidable.

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• Jeff Hanneman (1964-2013) - Guitar
• Jeff Hanneman – Guitars

  Founding guitarist and primary architect of Slayer’s most ruthless material, known for razor-sharp riffs, unsettling themes, and a songwriting style that pushed thrash metal into darker territory.  Read more...

  Jeff Hanneman was a founding member and guitarist of Slayer and one of the most influential riff writers in extreme metal. Drawing inspiration from punk, hardcore, and war history, his playing favored speed, tension, and brutal simplicity over technical flash. Hanneman co-wrote many of the band’s defining songs, including Angel of Death, Raining Blood, and War Ensemble, helping shape albums such as Reign in Blood and Seasons in the Abyss. His uncompromising approach and dark lyrical focus left a permanent mark on thrash metal’s sound and attitude.

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• Kerry King - Guitar
• Kerry King – Guitars

  Co-founding guitarist of Slayer, known for his relentless riffing, chaotic solo style, and an approach to thrash metal that favored aggression over polish.  Read more...

  Kerry King is an American guitarist and songwriter best known as a founding member of Slayer, formed in 1981. His playing style is defined by rapid-fire tremolo riffs, atonal dive-bomb solos, and an unapologetically abrasive tone that helped push thrash metal toward its extreme edge. King co-wrote many of the band’s most recognizable songs, contributing decisively to landmark albums such as Reign in Blood, South of Heaven, and Seasons in the Abyss. His aggressive musical vision and confrontational stage presence became core elements of Slayer’s identity and long-term influence.

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Complete Track-listing of the album "SLAYER - Seasons in the Abyss "

The detailed tracklist of this record "SLAYER - Seasons in the Abyss " is:

Track-listing Side One:
1. War Ensemble
2. Blood Red
3. Spirit In Black
4. Expendable Youth
5. Dead Skin Mask

Track-listing Side Two:
1. Hallowed Point
2. Skeletons Of Society
3. Temptation
4. Born Of Fire
5. Seasons In The Abyss