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Christ Illusion

by Slayer

Released: August 08, 2006

Thrash metal

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.

The Album

It was released on August 8, 2006, marking the first Slayer album to feature the original lineup since 1990's "Seasons In The Abyss". "Christ Illusion" is the tenth studio album by the American thrash metal band Slayer. The members include Tom Araya, Jeff Hanneman, Kerry King, and Dave Lombardo.

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"Christ Illusion" was noted for experiencing multiple issues…

"Christ Illusion" was noted for experiencing multiple issues during production, including conflicts with their record label and issues with the album's artwork.

The production was handled by Josh Abraham

The production was handled by Josh Abraham.

The album's lyrical content and album artwork stirred…

The album's lyrical content and album artwork stirred significant controversy.

Several of the songs on the album focus…

Several of the songs on the album focus heavily on themes of war, religion, and society, topics Slayer is well known for addressing.

Overall, "Christ Illusion" is an important chapter in…

Overall, "Christ Illusion" is an important chapter in Slayer's discography, showcasing their heavy, fast-paced musical style, vivid and contentious lyrics, and cementing their reputation as legends in the thrash metal scene.

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Reception

Despite these issues, the album was well received by critics and fans and debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200. Notably, the album won the band their first, of two, Grammy Awards for the track "Eyes of The Insane" in the category of Best Metal Performance.

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The Complete Album Story

"Christ Illusion" is the tenth studio album by the American thrash metal band Slayer. It was released on August 8, 2006, marking the first Slayer album to feature the original lineup since 1990's "Seasons In The Abyss". The members include Tom Araya, Jeff Hanneman, Kerry King, and Dave Lombardo. The production was handled by Josh Abraham.

"Christ Illusion" was noted for experiencing multiple issues during production, including conflicts with their record label and issues with the album's artwork. Despite these issues, the album was well received by critics and fans and debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200. Notably, the album won the band their first, of two, Grammy Awards for the track "Eyes of The Insane" in the category of Best Metal Performance.

The album's lyrical content and album artwork stirred significant controversy. Several of the songs on the album focus heavily on themes of war, religion, and society, topics Slayer is well known for addressing. Overall, "Christ Illusion" is an important chapter in Slayer's discography, showcasing their heavy, fast-paced musical style, vivid and contentious lyrics, and cementing their reputation as legends in the thrash metal scene.