I’ve never listened to the iconic metal band, Slayer before. After reading online posts from the metal community and reading a lot of articles about Slayer through Guitar World mag, I was curious to hear their latest album, “World Painted Blood”. I downloaded, “World Painted Blood” album from Itunes. To my surprise I couldn’t stop listening to it all weekend. It’s, indeed, some of the best metal I ever heard. Very good songwriting and good musicianship. The guitar playing on the disc is a powerhouse and the vocals were fun. It makes me want to hear Slayer’s older music.

Some of you may not see it, but yes, I am a metal fan. I like to listen to the genre. You may not see me with long hair, tattoos, pierces, ripped up clothes and wearing old jackets, but I don’t need to look “metal” just listen to it.

I was really impressed with “World Painted Blood”. I have always been a fan of heavy music since I was a kid. I don’t think I’ll ever play this genre myself in a band, but I just listen to metal for fun. It’s inspiring music. Other than Megadeth, Metallica, The Sword, Lamb of God, you can now add Slayer to that list of my favorite metal bands. I’m hoping to see the “American Carnage Tour” concert with Slayer, Megadeth and Testament at the Civic Center in Glens Falls in Aug, plan to order tickets soon.

Kev