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Vocal Coach Reacts | Slayer - "Raining Blood" (Live 2010) | Thrash Metal Vocal Breakdown

In this episode, I dive deep into Slayer's iconic song "Raining Blood," performed live in 2010. I explore Tom Araya's unique vocal techniques, influenced by his background as a respiratory therapist, and the raw, aggressive nature of thrash metal. We'll break down breathing techniques, vocal health for extreme vocals, and Slayer's legendary guitar riffs and chromatic scales. Plus, discover the historical significance of this thrash metal anthem and its influence on modern metal music!

Here's what we'll cover:

- The atmospheric elements of metal that set the mood
- Tom Araya's vocal technique and the role of breathing in aggressive vocals
- Slayer's iconic guitar riffs and the use of chromatic scales
- Notable covers of "Raining Blood," including Tori Amos' interpretation

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Episode Breakdown:

00:00 - Introduction and Initial Thoughts
00:24 - Atmospheric Elements in Metal
03:16 - Exploring Slayer's Vocal Techniques
04:45 - Breathing and Vocal Health
07:28 - Guitar Riffs and Chromatic Scales
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Song Credits:

Songwriters: Jeff Hanneman, Kerry King
Producers: Rick Rubin, Slayer
Genre: Thrash Metal
Origin: Huntington Park, California, U.S.
Performed by: Slayer
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[ification]

The buildup to this song was what we used in D&D to indicate a difficult fight was coming. just the intro on loop until we rolled initiative.

[BomageMinimart]

One of the great things about Tom Araya's vocals is that he is generally VERY clear and understandable, despite the speed of the music. I really enjoyed this reaction/analysis; now please do Angel of Death; you'll end up talking about the opening vocal for like 8 minutes. :D

[Zyrothy]

seeing slayer always brings a smile to my face, and fun fact: in one of their last shows here in Brazil, they were playing War ensemble and the sound of the place just shut off in the middle of the song, the only thing making sound was the drums (but only the acoustic sound), the people in the pit begin to sing out loud from there to the end, and you could see Araya happiness to see the people finishing the song for him

[eleynb]

I love Tom’s big goofy smile at the beginning 😂

[capslock]

You missed an opportunity to see a live performance of this song in which they get covered in "blood" as it rains down from above. It is quite surreal.

[dustmagnet]

Oooh boy! You can't overstate the influence of Slayer and early Metallica (and others) on the history of metal. They kicked 80's "hair metal" in the throat and inspired a thousand bands to form and explore faster and nastier sounds.

[kevstershilling]

I would definitely recommend the album version as well, for the eerie build-up of tension at the beginning.

[dobrien]

You have to watch Tom in an interview...He's so soft spoken and he has this laugh that makes you smile

[RodrigoRiveraConcha]

Tomás Enrique Araya Díaz, the vocalist, born in Viña del Mar, Chile, appears with a national football team T-shirt, because the day before, June 21st, 2010, Chile defeated 1:0 Switzerland in the 2010 South Africa World Cup.

[count_varcolac]

I love the clean vocals. Tom sounds so sadistic especially when he pronounces the

[marcusott]

Saw Slayer with a friend at a festival years ago. We knew they were heavy... but after the first song we just stood there mind-blown and laughed.

[IronSalamander]

I'm a huge extreme metal fan, especially death metal and thrash metal. I got this on cassette as an Xmas gift from my grandparents back in high school (I graduated in 1988), hearing your critique on this is such a great experience. I've found a lot of folks with musical backgrounds like you are actually less judgemental about this music. I had a co-worker at one shop that would actually react to my music a lot like you do, she was more interested in their techniques than giving me those evil looks I'm so used to! She genuinely liked Death (my favorite band), and VoiVod (although I don't consider VoidVod extreme, some of their older stuff is more thrash like), and was a joy to discuss music with.

Love the channel, and love seeing you cover music like this!

[gregorZielhardt]

Finally, someone gives Tom the credit he deserves. Beth, I always enjoyed your videos and now this take on Slayer, love it! Thanks ;)

[leandrahonegger]

I've seen Slayer on the Reign in blood tour. This just brought a smile to my face. Especially seeing Jeff, RIP, see you on the other side!

[SteveCoronado]

Oh my goodness what a beautiful reaction Beth. I love how you explained this you are a saint!! 🤘🏻💥🔥🙏🏻💯

[Ferretbomber]

Saw them in 1986 at a 200 person bar on that 'Reign in Blood' tour, my 4th concert. Good stuff! Thanks for the reaction.

[gregthomas]

Saw em in the hannemann days in a smallish Welsh leisure centre, the power was unreal

[flatpepsi]

Actually got to hear this live a couple weeks ago when Kerry King did it with his new group. Never thought I'd hear this song live and my life feels complete now.

[buckbaumann]

You need to listen to their album "Seasons in the Abyss ".
Especially the tracks: War Ensemble, Dead Skin Mask, and Skeletons of Society.
Amazing instrumental performance but lyrically moving.
Especially these days.