SLAYER Reunites: American Thrash Metal Legends Return with 2026 Global Tour
Nearly six years after their historic farewell show at The Forum in Los Angeles in 2019—a one-night-only performance that cemented their legacy in the annals of thrash metal—Slayer is officially set to return. The iconic American thrash metal band has announced a monumental 2026 global tour, sparking a wave of excitement across the heavy metal community.
According to insiders, the decision came after months of private discussions between band members Kerry King, Tom Araya, Gary Holt, and Paul Bostaph. While the band had long maintained that their 2019 retirement was final, the overwhelming demand from fans worldwide and the enduring influence of Slayer’s music reportedly reignited their passion for the stage.
The upcoming tour will see Slayer revisit major cities across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia, performing in some of the world’s largest stadiums and arenas. Fans can expect blistering renditions of classics such as *Raining Blood*, *Angel of Death*, and *South of Heaven*, alongside a setlist that spans their entire career. Sources also hint at possible new material, though no official confirmation has been made.
Industry experts are already calling this one of the most significant reunions in metal history, rivaling the likes of Black Sabbath and Metallica’s milestone tours. “Slayer didn’t just play thrash metal—they defined it,” one music journalist remarked. “Their return is not just about nostalgia. It’s a revival of one of the most uncompromising forces in heavy music.”
Ticket sales are expected to sell out within minutes once dates are officially released, as generations of fans prepare to witness the fury and intensity of Slayer live once again. For the metal world, 2026 is already shaping up to be a year to remember—because Slayer is back.
