Kerry King has not been idle since Slayer called it a day, a point vehemently proven with his first solo salvo. In fact, the guitarist is so focused he has arguably delivered a stronger, more consistent collection than Slayer’s last two albums, for From Hell I Rise slays from start to finish. If you’re looking for pure-blooded maniacal thrash then your ears need Where I Reign, which kicks things off properly after a slow-burning, sinister opener, and could flay flesh from bone. Likewise, Crucifixation and the closing title-track are breakneck insanity that capture KK at his very best, drenched in evil and all the bloody trappings he brings to the table. However, this is not a one-note record, with pleasing diversions into punkier territory such ...