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World Painted Blood

Slayer · 2009

39 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal

Furious thrash riffs collide with dark, apocalyptic themes, delivering an unrelenting sonic assault.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • furious energy for intense workouts
  • cathartic release of pent-up aggression
  • dynamic peaks and valleys experience
  • short bursts of relentless intensity

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer mellow, soothing sounds
  • seek lengthy soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 3, 2009, 'World Painted Blood' marked Slayer's 11th studio album and came after a significant lineup change, following the departure of long-time drummer Dave Lombardo. This album saw the band reinforcing their signature sound while continuing to explore violent and controversial themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Megadeth· Anthrax· Testament
If this clicks, go next to
Repentless — Continues the aggressive energy and themes of chaos and darkness.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "World Painted Blood".

  • 1 World Painted Blood Start here 5:53
  • 2 Unit 731 2:39
  • 3 Snuff 3:42
  • 4 Beauty Through Order 4:36
  • 5 Hate Worldwide 2:52
  • 6 Public Display of Dismemberment 2:34
  • 7 Human Strain 3:09
  • 8 Americon 3:22
  • 9 Psychopathy Red 2:26
  • 10 Playing With Dolls 4:13
  • 11 Not of This God 4:20

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