The departure of Dave Lombardo meant that Slayer recorded an album without the original line up for the first time. Paul Bostaph was drafted in to replace him, and Divine Intervention became the result.
Subtle changes from their previous recordings? Perhaps. Perhaps it is just my ears. Tom's vocals on Serenity In Murder certainly throw you the first time you hear them. Overall of course, it is business as usual for the band that still reigns at the top of the thrash tree.
By not following their exact blueprint with each album, Slayer are able to continue to provide brilliant albums without repetition. Divine Intervention is a great follow up to Seasons In The Abyss.
Favourites from the album for me include Fictional Reality, Dittohead, Circle Of Beliefs, SS-3, Serenity In Murder and Mind Control.
Memories : I was lined up to see Slayer on this tour, but an unfortunate separation between myself and Helen had me doing a lot of crazy things, including missing this. Looking back now, why?!?! Surely Slayer would have been the best antidote to having the crap kicked out of you?!?
Rating : Another superb piece of album-ship from the masters of their craft. 4.5/5
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