Conversation so far:
What was Slayer's greatest accomplishment from 1988-1993?
South of Heaven received mixed responses from both fans and critics, although it was Slayer's most commercially successful release at the time.
What controversy was mentioned during this time?
AllMusic citing the album as "disturbing and powerful," and Kim Nelly of Rolling Stone calling it "genuinely offensive satanic drivel..
Did their popularity grow as much as other metal bands?
Slayer returned as a live act in September 1990 to co-headline the European Clash of the Titans tour with Megadeth, Suicidal Tendencies, and Testament.
Any other important bands that they toured with?
the tour was extended to the US beginning in May 1991, with Megadeth, Anthrax and opening act Alice in Chains.
Where else did the band tour?
Slayer made its debut appearance with Bostaph at the 1992 Monsters of Rock festival at Castle Donington.
Did any of the band members leave during this time?
In May 1992, Lombardo quit the band due to conflicts with other members, as well as his desire to be off tour for the birth of his first child.
Did he come back?
Lombardo formed his own band Grip Inc, with Voodoocult guitarist Waldemar Sorychta, and Slayer recruited former Forbidden drummer Paul Bostaph to take his place.

Question: Did the band still do well?
Self-contained rewrite: Did the band Slayer still do well without Lombardo?