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Slayer at (is?) Riot Fest, Louder Than Life

Posted by Loren on February 22, 2024

Slayer at (is?) Riot Fest, Louder Than Life
Slayer at (is?) Riot Fest, Louder Than Life

Five years after wrapping up the "Final World Tour" in 2019, Slayer has announced tow live dates at festivals: Riot Fest and Louder Than Life. Both events take place in September this year.

The lineup will be Tom Araya/ bass/vocals, guitarists Kerry King and Gary Holt, and Paul Bostaph on drums.

Guitarist Kerry King recently announced a solo record as well.

February 28 update: The band will also play at Aftershock festival in October.

Live dates:

SEPTEMBER

22 Riot Fest, Chicago, IL

27 Louder Than Life, Louisville, KY

OCTOBER

10 Aftershock, Discovery Park, Sacramento, CA

Slayer at (is?) Riot Fest, Louder Than Life
Slayer at (is?) Riot Fest, Louder Than Life

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