Gary Holt recently discussed Slayer’s uncertain future plans. He shared his perspective on the band’s year-to-year approach in an interview with Metal & Rock Zone.
The guitarist addressed questions about the band’s touring schedule and what lies ahead beyond their currently booked shows.
Holt explained the band’s current approach to scheduling when asked about Slayer’s plans beyond the autumn shows.
“It’s a year-to-year thing,” Holt said. “We’ll see. You know, right now we have some stuff this year and there’s nothing planned beyond that.”
He elaborated on the band’s recent experiences and their decision-making process.
“Last year we did it and we all had a lot of fun and we were really good,” he continued. “So we’re doing some more this year and whether we do it next year or not, I have no idea.”
Holt’s comments come at a time when Slayer continues to maintain their selective approach to live performances following their farewell tour.
Loudwire reported that Slayer recently announced a massive one-night-only stadium concert in Hershey, Pennsylvania, scheduled for September 20, 2025. The event will feature a stacked lineup including Knocked Loose, Suicidal Tendencies, Power Trip, Cavalera performing their 1993 album Chaos A.D., and Exodus playing their debut album Bonded By Blood in full.
The Hershey show represents a significant commitment for the band. Arrow Lords of Metal confirmed it will be Slayer’s only East Coast performance next year. The concert will be hosted by WWE superstar Damian Priest and is expected to feature full fire effects and the band’s classic high-energy performance style.
This selective touring strategy aligns with Slayer’s recent pattern of choosing high-impact festival appearances over extended tours. Premier Guitar noted that the band’s 2024-2025 tour dates include several festival appearances and UK shows. This reinforces their preference for select performances rather than comprehensive touring schedules.
The band’s cautious approach to future commitments reflects their post-farewell tour philosophy of maintaining quality over quantity in their live appearances. This strategy allows them to preserve the special nature of their performances while avoiding the exhaustive touring schedules that characterized their earlier career phases.
