# Slayer's Reign in Blood Still Gives Chills

> Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo says Reign in Blood still triggers adrenaline and chills after 40 years.
- Title: Slayer's Reign in Blood Still Gives Chills · Consequence
- Summary: Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo says Reign in Blood still triggers adrenaline and chills after 40 years.
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- Source: Consequence — https://consequence.net/2026/10/dave-lombardo-reflects-reign-in-blood
- Published: 2026-10-12T17:38:19+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: slayer, reign in blood, dave lombardo, metal, album, 40th anniversary, music, culture, entertainment
## Dave Lombardo on Reign in Blood
Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo says Reign in Blood still gives him chills after 40 years.

> It still gives me chills.
## Adrenaline Reaction
Lombardo says listening to Reign in Blood makes his hands sweat and heart rate increase.

> The palms of your hands get sweaty, your heart rate increases, and you're in the moment.
## Raw Recording Approach
Lombardo explains Slayer's raw recording process created restless, adrenaline-filled music.

> Since computer software, music recording software, a lot of the music has turned very sterile.
## Jeff Hanneman Tribute
Lombardo calls late guitarist Jeff Hanneman a trailblazing self-taught songwriter.

> He was a great guy. He was funny. Amazing songwriter.
## Key takeaway

Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo says Reign in Blood still triggers adrenaline and chills after 40 years.