So we reported on the release of Slayer's new album already, but so what: it's freakin' Slayer already.

Plus, now we've some tour dates. So nerrr.

Christ Illusion will be available for all your shredding needs come August 21; it's released through American Recordings/Warner Bros.

The first Slayer album since 2001's God Hates Us All, Christ Illusion was produced by Josh Abraham, whose credits include Velvet Revolver. Since you asked. Rick Rubin executive produced the LP.

Track listing (check these titles!):

'Flesh Storm'
'Catalyst'
'Eyes of the Insane'
'Jihad'
'Skeleton Christ'
'Consfearancy'
'Black Serenade'
'Catatonic'
'Cult'
'Supremist'

Slayer headline the Unholy Alliance Tour this year, supported by In Flames, Lamb Of God and Children Of Bodom. Oh, and the awesomely named (although we've no idea who they are) Thine Eyes Bleed.

October
30 Cardiff International Arena

November
1 Birmingham NEC
2 Glasgow SECC
3 Manchester MEN Arena
19 London Brixton Carling Academy
20 London Brixton Carling Academy