Slayer are rolling out 40th anniversary reissues of their seminal album Hell Awaits .

A box set, 2-LP blood-filled vinyl pressing, and CD will ship May 15th via Metal Blade Records, which released the original album in the US back in April 1985. A digital version will also be available.

“It’s the record where Slayer became Slayer,” stated guitarist Kerry King in a press release.

The most eye-catching of the physical editions is the blood-filled pressing. Limited to 666 copies, this 2-LP edition features audio mastered and restored from original 1985 production tapes by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony in February 2025. While it’s sure to be a future collectible for its limited run, a copy will set you back a whopping $189.

The box set is actually cheaper at $124.99 and inclu

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