South of Heaven

Slayer

South of Heaven

RELEASED: July 05, 1988
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. South of Heaven 4:57 2. Silent Scream 3:06 3. Live Undead 3:49 4. Behind the Crooked Cross 3:14 5. Mandatory Suicide 4:02 6. Ghosts of War 3:53 7. Read Between the Lies 3:20 8. Cleanse the Soul 3:01 9. Dissident Agressor 2:35 10. Spill the Blood 4:48
Historical Archive
South of Heaven is the fourth studio album by American thrash metal band Slayer, released on July 5, 1988. The album marks a significant shift in the band's musical style, incorporating slower tempos and a more melodic approach compared to their earlier works. Lyrically, it addresses dark themes, including death, religion, and societal issues. The album has been praised for its production quality and has been influential in the metal genre, often considered one of Slayer's best works.