"A drum avalanche" the best analogy I've ever heard for Lombardo.

Maybe it's 1000th times I'm listening to this masterpiece but still can't get enough of Dave Lombardo's drumming. No overplay, also no laziness, perfect tone, everything is so on point and creative. Drums are always considered as a supportive instrument but Dave's drumming is carrying the whole song from right at the beginning till the very last second. Genius!

Dave Lombardo (the drummer) is easily one of the greatest metal drummers ever. An absolute freight train on the drums

In terms of dynamics this is one of Slayer's best tunes.

Lombardos drumming is always exquisite, he doesn't have to play super fast with lots of hits to be heavy.

Doug, interesting that you're wearing that Haken shirt in the vein of the Heineken beer logo, Jeff Hanneman the late guitarist for Slayer had his name branded in that very same logo. RIP Jeff.

One of the most perfect Metal songs.

An ode to Hanneman for the shirt Doug is wearing and don’t even know lol

I love Slayer no matter what, but boy, what a difference in having Dave Lombardo on drums.

I'm not a big Slayer fan, but this album is one of the greatest peices of all times

Dude, you are awesome. No matter the genre, you're bright, insightful, curious, erudite, thoroughly entertaining. You know your stuff. And best of all, every time I watch you, I get to think about that gent who shares with his wife "The Daily Hug". Rock on, brother.

I've seen Doug completely ignore some of the best drum playing/fills in history for so long now, I'd just given up hope he'd ever notice an epic drum thing. Then we get here and every time Lombardo let's one fly you can see Doug 🤯 🤘🧙‍♂️🤘

The drum fills in this song are insane (and all are different). By far my favorite Slayer song.

It always amazes me how Doug breaks down even the heaviest of thrash metal into a music theory lesson!! As a 52 yr old bass player, and remembers when this album was released, he is teaching me different ways to view music I have listened to and played for decades!! Thanks Doug!

This really is probably the best Slayer song for you to start on, and probably one of the few you’d actually enjoy. They are usually far more chaotic, and always intense. IMO, they are the epitome of Thrash.

i love it when slayer play slow and fat. seasons is on par with postmortem. slow. fat. heavy. beautiful.

Been listening to Slayer and more metal since the mid 1980s, it is amazing to see someone with such an educated musical background like Doug to get so excited about the riffs and the composition of metal music XD. Keep on rockin' Doug!

Nice reaction Doug. I'd recommend "South of Heaven" as your next Slayer song. Some of their other tunes might be a bit intense for ya, so, baby steps into the Slayer realm :)

A lot of heavier metal relies on diminished and octotonic scales, as well as rapid modal interchange between modes with opposite degrees (like the Major 2nd and Minor 3rd in Natural Minor and the Minor 2nd and Major 3rd in Phrygian Dominant). Likewise if you ever look up "The Metallica scale" people will talk about a 10 note scale which is really more like a combination of Aeolian and Locrian. Most metal writers with just a little bit of theory knowledge will just call this stuff "Chromatic," but that's a little misleading if you look at it from a classical perspective because we are often talking about rather large leaps. I find it's very similar to Bartok's concept of "polymodal chromaticism." I like how you are less fixated on chord progressions, because a lot (not all) of metal is focused on playing melodies anywhere in the mode, using pedal point on the root to ground it, like raga or modal jazz. I think your ear is improving for that kind of thing. I recommend War Ensemble from Slayer on this same album. It's significantly faster, but I you really focus on the intervals and their place in the rhythm, you'll see something powerfully expressive, and what it's expressing is very dark.

I just love this channel. The sheer enthusiasm makes me smile, and the extremely knowledgeable yet interested and humble analysis is so refreshing. Thank you!

Quite possibly the best Daily Doug I've ever seen! I would never have guessed, in 1990, that one day someone would use the word "tasteful" to describe this song! For more Slayer-y goodness, I'd recommend Dead Skin Mask from the same album. Even 32 years later, it still sends a chill down my spine every time. Others you might want to check out should include War Ensemble, Bloodline, Mandatory Suicide, South of Heaven and, of course, Rainin' Blood (from the album Reign In Blood. Do you see what they did there?). Alternatively, if you wang something a bit shorter, try Necrophobic (also from Reign In Blood). Two verses, two solos, three choruses in 1'38". It's . . . frenetic.

Slayer is no joke man...glad I got to see them a few times..what a great experience. First time was with Motorhead back around 2000 or so..second time was with Belphegor and In Flames..loved both shows..

Dave Lombardo is one of the best, but also one of the humblest drummers out there!!

Your videos get me through everything sir! I love watching them all! And always a special treat when it’s a band I love so much! Great response! Amazing as always! I’m just always in a trance when you speak!

From this album, Dead skin mask gave me goosebumps the first time I listened to it

The moment you took your glasse off to bang your head was so on point! I've always noticed that great music has a way of inspiring motion that is hard to resist. That put such a huge grin on my face, I love it Doug. As of the moment that I watched this video it had 12k views and 1k likes. That is definitely one of the better ratios that I've noticed. Keep it up man and thx for the entertainment.

Just discovered your content, really enjoying it, thank you for taking it “seriously”, keep up the good work!

“Very tasteful solos” is something you’ll probably never say about any other Slayer song 😂. This song actually has great solos. But the rest of their stuff, the solos are just pure dissonance. Their cool sometimes, just not tasteful haha

Thanks Doug, this made my day. I appreciate that you can find the good in music that is not in your wheelhouse and still enjoy it and give an unbiased opinion.

Doug, thanks so much for dedicating time to this. It's so awesome you enjoyed yourself and I was smiling the whole time. Christmas came early today for sure. 🤘🎅🤘

As i say repeatedly, this is one of the best thrash metal album ever. Ever!

Loved your air drumming! Slayer are my favourite band. Been a fan for well over 30 years. So glad you liked them. The Sleigher cover version was a hoot!

I’ve always been a huge Slayer fan, but this was the first time I’ve heard ‘Sleigher’. Loved it! Very clever, absolutely brilliant. Well done!

That was fun! Love seeing you give love to Slayer! And the epic headbanging! You mentioned the tubular bells in the Sleigher song, I hear a whole orchestra/symphony! That was a cool composition🎅 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼!

I haven't listen to this for a long time. Man, the drumming is insane!

That was fun! I'm looking forward to see more Slayer in here! Greetings from Argentina!😁

Slayer are one of my favourite bands of all time so I'm delighted you chose to review that song and that you enjoyed it. It was my first time seeing and hearing the Sleigher version and yes it was fun. I'm going to experiment with that octatonic scale (which I never heard of until now despite listening to that song for decades) on my guitar later.

That was an AWESOME cover. Love that! Adding it to my Christmas playlist.

An absolute PERFECT first choice to pop your Slayer cherry! It was mine as well! I was actually scared of them at first, but I became a lifelong fan soon after. I find their music extremely soothing, to be honest...

"This is my first time hearing Slayer and I'm STILL ALIVE!"😆😆😆 That's perfectly stated!

I've been a subscriber for quite a while now, and I'm always impressed by your perfect pitch. I wish I could hear music that way. I've played guitar for over 35 years and I can tell if a guitar is not 100% in tune, but I don't have your level hearing to pick out intervals like you do. It's a joy to watch. 😊

Dave Lombardo is the best Thrash Metal drummer ever.

"Gran just died, or asleep on the couch by half five". Thats where I totally lost it, and laughed my arse off. Never heard this festive version before, so glad I did. Roll on Xmas.

This album and this song in particular is what turned me into a Metalhead when it came out. Absolute Masterpiece. Dave Lombardo on the drums is one of the best Metal drummers out there. Just a beast.

The video clip for Seasons in the Abyss is also spectactular, shot in Giza, in front of the pyramids.

One of the best metal channel on KZfaq, even if isn't metal at all. Always a pleasure to watch.

“They went to major…” It’s quoting Prokofiev’s, Lieutenant Kije, which also shows up in minor modulation later. Also quoted in ELP’s, I Believe In Father Christmas, hence the Christmas tie in.

Just when you didn't think Jordan could get any cooler! Awesome song, and like you said instant holiday classic! Will have to pick it up for next holiday season! Obviously, awesome introduction to Slayer, I hope you hear and enjoy many more of their songs!

When you took your glasses off, I just knew you were about to tear it up lol!!! I love your videos watching you headbang was a real treat!!! Try Slayer: Angel of death That’s there ultimate song!!! Rock on and cheers 🥂

Loved this reaction, my man

Great Doug, I appreciate and admire your open-mindedness. You have chosen a beautiful song, a true metal masterpiece. One of the aspects that has always impressed me a lot in this song, aside from the excellent level of composition and the band's beautiful overall sound, is dave Lombardo's drumming, which is not limited to a technical show but is very musical. Aside from the speed of some of the drum rolls or double bass drum parts, some of his accents have incredible impact and sound like a slap in the face (in a good sense). Let me suggest a new metal song for a next review, Sleepless Nights by King Diamond. Cheers

The Drumming on that particular song is just mind blowing! Dave Lombardo´s drumming lessons!

Greetings from Portugal! Stop everything!!! Doug take off the glasses to headbanging to Slayer!! Hell yeah!!! :D SLAYEEEEER \m/

Love the air drumming! It took me back to my teenage years listening to Slayer!

I come here for all reactions! He just knows and loves his music so much!! 🙌🏼

Now you are headbanging dude 😁👍🤟

Great video, Doug... can't wait for you checking out more Slayer. 🥰

This is my favourite Slayer song. Love playing this one

Alright, that Jordan appearance in Sleigher's version was TOTALLY unexpected 🤣🤣🤣🤣 One of Slayer's more melodic offerings and a great rendition with a bit of light-heartedness; loved it!

Thanks for diving into this! Some of my most treasured songs are from Slayer. And now that you mentioned MR CROWLY…..I think we deserve your interpretation of OZZY doing his song titled yes….Mr Crowley!! You’ll enjoy it.

the intro of this masterpiece Is insane... well Doug, now you're ready for Dead Skin Mask 🤘🏼

Merry Christmas!

great analysis !!!!

I'm glad you acknowledged the outstanding drumming of Dave Lombardo. He's a legend.

Happy to see Slayer making an appearance. Not the most technical of the metals, but I'd say they set an early standard for brutality that still keeps them relevant for me after 35 years of listening. Happier even that you appreciated the listen, and we may get some more in the future. I'd recommend "Disciple" from the album "God Hates Us All" for the Slayer list. Not a classic per se, but it really captures that brutal energy that I go for from them.

Finally had to grab my ear pods. It’s been awhile.

Dave Lombardo man, such a beast! Also this is definitely one of my top 5 Slayer songs.

"Really tasteful solos"... this is a sentence that you'd NEVER expect to hear about a Slayer song. Awesome review, though!!! Bravo!!!

Dude,I love your energy and knowledge . And I air drum like you, 😆

Probably my favorite drummer of any band.

Great one here Doug..

"Check out the drums y'all! How do you hit 'em like that without falling into 'em?" LOL. Great statement! Because it's Dave Lombardo. He's unique in comparison to other metal drummers. He plays with a groove, plays fast, but with a burst of power that is unlike any other metal drummer.

What a great episode

Great song off a great album. Love this jam. Cool video too 😎. Oldie but goodie here. This whole album kicks ass. Not one bad song off this great album. A solid fuckin 10. . I saw this album tour twice. Kick ass concert both times. Testament opened up for them. Both bands killed it. . Good memories. Good times. . 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

"How do you hit'em like that without falling into them"! Love that comment 😀 You should do Slayer's 213 next! Thank you Doug! You are the best!

Great selection by Slayer! In my top 3 metal bands along with Megadeth & Anthrax. I saw them on tour supporting this album and they didn't disappoint.

Hey Doug! I've been a big fan for a long time. I appreciate your open minded passion and insight for music, please keep it up! I think you would find something interesting about the band YOB. They're a great doom metal band with uniquely epic songs that can range from super heavy to emotionally touching. I would suggest Beauty in Falling Leaves or Adrift in the Ocean.

What an incredible version of this fu...in amazing classic!

First time I heard this song was in 1992 and I was 11 years old, 30 years later this still my #1 Slayer song, and this whole album is a masterpiece from start to finish. I remember listening to this album all day, every day back in the day, great memories.

DOUG! I love that shirt man!

so happy you enjoyed slayer's track here. They have lots of riff-riots in reign in blood (which was the inspiration for an entire genre of music, death metal). But this track is more traditionally musical while keeping some of the songwriting techniques around (tonal row, chromatic, or as you point out, octotonic base)

Jeff was the guy that started it all for me as a guitar player, I remember getting the Slayer Christ Illusion DVD, watching South of heaven and when Jeff did that guitar slam during the riff, it was the coolest thing to my 14 year old eyes. I remember running to the lounge and telling my dad he has to see this and then telling him I want a guitar and he bought me my first guitar, fast forward to 2008 and my dad bought me a Jeff Hanneman signature. Jeff was the coolest player ever and I still regret selling that guitar.

Pretty cool Doug is wearing a Heineken shirt, I wonder if he knows that Jeff Hanemen used the emblem with his last name. Also as far as Dave Lombardo goes, this is his best work with slayer, his best work overall is the first two Grip inc. albums in my opinion. The drums are next level in Grip Inc.

Today I relearned about Seasons in Abyss in a completely new light, thank you!

i love the way they play around with the intervals in the diads they play in the chorus. Sometimes it's a minor third, sometimes a major third, sometimes it moves in parallel, sometimes it stays put when the bass note moves. It's so wriggly and heavy and disconcerting.

SitA is so nostalgic for me. Takes me back to the early 90s when the summer evenings never ended and were fragrant, full of mystery and the future held such promise. Love it.

Oh boy. "South of Heaven" and "War Ensemble" next, Doug.

15:49 And the glasses come off-LET'S MOSH 🤘! Woo, *Doug* 😀!

Doug headbanging in an alternate camera angle, instant like.

Thanks for adding "drum avalanche" to my musical vocabulary. :D

Awesome !

Great combo!

THANKS was waiting for this for so long

Very appropriate t-shirt!🤟

Great vid! Never heard that xmas version before. Great stuff! I suggest Bloodline as the next Slayer song.

I love all eras of Slayer. This is one of the few songs with solos that are almost, dare I say it, melodic.

The head banging! You just can't help yourself!

Dave Lombardo is a monster. No doubt one of the great drummers of all time. This is my favourite Slayer track.

Back in the day metal musicians and metalheads were considered misfits and pariahs. Crazy how now their music is being studied and recognized as having great creativity and artistic value. To see Doug headbanging to the tune of Seasons: Priceless!!!

Lombardo on this song is an absolute beast....... The God of Double Bass🤘🤘