American singer and bassist
Born: June 6, 1961
Tom Araya, born Tomás Enrique Araya Díaz on June 6, 1961, in Viña del Mar, Chile, is a renowned musician best known as the lead vocalist and bassist for the legendary thrash metal band Slayer. Araya immigrated to the United States with his family when he was five years old, settling in Southern California. His passion for music emerged early, influenced by a diverse range of artists from The Beatles to Black Sabbath.
In 1981, Araya joined Slayer, a band formed by Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman. Slayer quickly rose to prominence in the 1980s thrash metal scene, known for their aggressive musical style and controversial, dark lyrics. Araya’s distinctive high-pitched vocal style and rapid-fire bass playing became integral to the band’s sound.
Slayer’s breakthrough came with the release of “Reign in Blood” in 1986, an album that is often cited as one of the greatest heavy metal records of all time. Over the years, Slayer released numerous influential albums, including “South of Heaven,” “Seasons in the Abyss,” and “God Hates Us All.” Araya’s lyrics often delve into themes of death, war, and societal issues, reflecting his interest in criminology.
Beyond Slayer, Araya has explored various musical projects and collaborations. Known for his commanding stage presence, he has significantly impacted the metal genre. After nearly four decades with Slayer, Araya retired from touring in 2019, leaving a lasting legacy as one of metal’s most iconic figures.
Tom Araya’s 5 most popular quotes
- I was born and raised Catholic, so it’s in my blood. I don’t go to church… I was born and raised Catholic, which is about the extent of my religion. My parents made one request: that I have my first Holy Communion.
- As far as thinking about death and murder and various ways of killing people and how people die.. I probably have the most twisted mind in Slayer.
- Besides Slayer, which is a full-time job, I raise animals. I have a ranch in Texas. My wife takes care of the animals when I’m on tour. When I get home, I become a ranch hand.
- I was born and raised Catholic.
- Sometimes I’ll sing the same verse through the entire song, because the other verses aren’t clicking. And when they do come to me, I’m in the middle of that same verse!
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