"Reign in Blood" (album)

"Reign in Blood" is the third studio album by the influential thrash metal band Slayer, released in 1986. It is renowned for its intense speed, aggressive riffs, and dark themes, often exploring topics like violence and chaos. The album is credited with helping shape the extreme metal genre, emphasizing technical musicianship and relentless energy. With a short runtime of about 29 minutes, it delivers a powerful, uncompromising listening experience that has made it a landmark in heavy metal history. Its influence extends across many bands and genres, cementing Slayer's reputation as pioneers of extreme music.