Release Date: Jul 31, 2007
Label: EMI/Virgin Records
Genres: Alternative Rock
Number Of Tracks: 13
Korn takes a few more risks on its latest untitled album, which features only 3 of the band’s original members.
UntitledFeatured review by: UG Team, on august 02, 2007 9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Sound: Taking a cue from nameless classics like The Beatles White Album or even Metallica’s Black Album, Korn decided to go the mysterious route and keep its 8th studio release untitled. It probably won’t be considered as legendary as The Beatles’ offering or as controversial as Metallica’s Bob Rock-produced CD, but it does improve upon the band’s last release. Vocalist Jonathan Davis was apparently a bit apprehensive about releasing some of the tracks due to their dance-oriented feel, but it’s actually not as much of a departure as the singer makes out. There are more than a few moments of inspired creativity, but at times the song still tend to lack the originality of Follow The Leader.
Korn is comprised of 3 main players for the time being (vocalist Jonathan Davis, guitarist James “Munky” Shaffer, and bassist Fieldy), with drummer David Randall Silveria on a brief hiatus until October of this year. It’s obvious that the band is still exploring the world of electronica on the new record, but that doesn’t mean they have nixed traditional drums altogether. Brooks Wackerman (Bad Religion) and the legendary Terry Bozzio helped out on the latest album, and even Davis, who has played drums on selected songs on past albums, leant a hand with percussion. When the band does choose to utilize a traditional drum set, it absolutely injects more life into the album.
The record begins with a hauntingly slow circus-like “Intro,” which makes for a very fascinating start to the album. The 2-minute long synth/piano track eventually builds with the addition of drums and soft cries in the background, all which ends rather abruptly. As soon as “Intro” ends, “Starting Over” takes over. It immediately picks up the pace and delivers one of the most memorable and melodic tracks on the CD. Davis’ vocals go from falsetto to gritty in “Starting Over,” and it sets a great tone for the rest of the record.
The 13-track CD (bonus edition includes 14) includes songs that range from extremely mellow (“Hushabye”) to raucous (“Killer”), and Korn does deserve credit for taking some chances. Davis was right about the album being slightly risky, particularly when you look at the number of tracks that veer off the metal-esque path they tread in its earlier records. The first half of the record is pretty solid, and it’s not until the later tracks that things lag a bit.
“Do What They Say” is a rather odd track, with an electronic-driven tempo that trudges along for most of the song. At times it almost feels like a Marilyn Manson track, but the moody vibe never feels quite that creepy. Munky’s guitar lets out a giant wail for much of the song, which is a cool aspect of the song, but the melody of “Do What They Say” isn’t interesting enough to be a truly successful venture. The track “Ever Be” directly follows, and fails to pick up the pace. Although there are a few solid rock tracks in the 2nd half of the CD, it’s the first 5 or 6 songs that are the most impressive. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: Apparently Jonathan Davis still holds a bit of a grudge against former guitarist Brian “Head” Welch, who left in 2005 when he discovered religion. It’s always impressive when musicians are honest about the meaning behind the lyrics, and “Love And Luxury” is one of 2 songs directly inspired by Welch’s departure. Davis sings, “You run it, so you best believe it; You sold it, now your soul perceives it; You wave a book but now agree with this; The damage of betrayal.”
While “Love And Luxury” and “Ever Be” are the only songs specifically directed to Welch, there’s still no lack of aggression in the other songs. Davis takes aim at a souring relationship with the bluntly titled “Bitch We Got A Problem.” He sings, “And you move in a hostile way; Like you're recently wounded; I reach for your wrists to feel the pulse; You’re feeling yourself for both of us.” While some of the music backing up the words doesn’t quite deliver the same hostility, the album is right on target when Munky is delivering his distortion-heavy riffs. // 8
Impression: Korn has returned with a pretty satisfying addition to its catalog with its latest untitled record, even though it does attempt to be an electronica album more than it needs to be. There are peaks and valleys along the way, with the majority of the first half filled with memorable, passionate Korn tracks. The band does try to slow things down with synth-heavy tracks, and that can still be heavy at times -- although not quite as interesting.
When it comes down to it, Korn has always stood out because of the fact there is a lot going on with their earlier hits. When the band uses everything from Munky’s wacky guitar sounds to Davis’ morphing vocals, the end result never ceases to be engaging. While this latest untitled album probably won’t attract quite as much attention as the earlier records, it still proves there is more life in Korn -- even with only 3 members. // 8
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Jacobcraft, on august 02, 2007 2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Sound: It's been almost two years since the release of Korn's daring effort, "See You on the Other Side", which remained tinged with industrial funk and bleak pop. Truthfully, I hadn't been expecting much beyond another version of the prior release (See You on the Other Side) but I can assure I stand corrected. The overwhelmingly noticable industrial, electronic edge has been toned enough to where a handful of the song seem to lack it to a point of non-existence. One thing that's intrigued me about Korn is their recent urge to evolve and explore new sounds. Heck, if you wanted to, you could label this as a progressive nu-metal act!
Onto the sound: first, it's much better than See You on the Other Side (which I like, but not love! ). The most improved section are the precussion elements. Dare I say it, but at some points KoRn have Tool-ish inspired drum work from our main man, Terry Bozzio. The most notable of the improvement concerning drums are the tracks "Killing" & "I Will Protect You"... especially "I Will Protect You". Guitar work is a bit bland until about a third of the way through the album which yes, includes a short, not very complex guitar solo from Munky! Fieldy seems to stick to distorting or synthing his bass (something still present from SYOTOS era) but the clicking and slapping are back. Although not prominent, the funky, Fieldy trademarks are noticable on very few tracks. Now, the addition of Zac is a plus but can be rather annoying. Tracks like "Ever Be" & "Do What They Say" are examples of good keyboard work while some of the chord progressions in "Starting Over" are just annoying.
"Hold On", "Bitch We Got A Problem" & "Evolution" are your basic rockers but deffinitely a new step for KoRn. Suprising tracks include "Hushabye" (use of reverb mandolin) and the oddly non-Korn-but-friggin'-cool "Kiss". So, this is an improvement but nothing drastic overall. The part I savor the most out of the entire ensemble appear to be the precussion, which resonates very clearly with me. This is better than See You on the Other Side, in my opinion and deffinitely worth a shot for any listener. Caution: a pop-gloss still remains. // 9
Lyrics and Singing: Lyrically, dear Jon has progressed somewhat but be warned: a good chunk of the angst from your good ol' nu-metal days are gone. However, there is album is noticably more emotive compared to its predecessor. It's interesting to see Davis' feelings and perspective in such songs as "Evolution" & "I Will Protect You", a song regarding his children! The lyrics are less mainstream orientated but, nonetheless, still over-produced. Dark, brooding, demonic but too radio friendly! Jon Davis has a unique voice but his lyrics aren't exactly the most inspirational but the albums vocals don't entirely fail. // 7
Impression: First off, if I lost this gem, I'd easily buy another and I advise you consumers to do much the same! The album art is brilliant, bar-none. This has got to be my favorite Korn album art in existence and it's a inked triumph over older works. The LP flows nicely and strays away from made old school Korn fans loath See You on the Other Side so much, but doesn't exactly abandon the principles learned there either. It's not as innovative as KoRn or Untouchables, but it gets the job done with little slag left behind. I adore, congratulate and appluade this album but there are a couple tunes I just can't get into some may relate, some may not. But, hey, that's your choice! Overall, this is a very good KoRn album, assured! // 9
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mattstaehr, on november 30, 2007 3 of 8 people found this review helpful
Sound: Their last great album was Untouchables. Since the parting of Brian "Head" Welch, the band has toned down and fallen away from their hate themed music of the late '90s. Now then are becoming more of a melodic sigh being blasted through amps. What has happened to Korn? Korn had promised after See You On The Other Side that their next album would be even heavier. They are gradually getting more and more relaxed. I was actually able to blast Untitled in my room and sleep like a baby. A metal band shouldn't allow you to sleep while blasting their new album. I am ashamed of Korn and their new sound. I agree that for a while there was not enough change between albums, but this is rediculous. At least play rock. And Jon Davis' singing in this one sounds like a small child who had a nightmare. The song "Kiss" makes me think that he had scraped his knee with the whinny tone of his. // 3
Lyrics and Singing: I know from past albums that Jonathan Davis can be a great vocalist. And he can write great lyrics to songs. But now all of Korn's songs are just to slow, the singing is becoming whinning and the lyrics are all worthy of laughing at. Songs like Polotics, and Twisted Transistor. they don't make any sense and they are a far stretch from their last albums. Untitled is a disgrace. using songs like "Love and Luxury" to attack their ex-guitarist. Korn are falling apart. // 3
Impression: The album sucks. I made the mistake of buying it. I wouldn't recommend buying it if you haven't already. Borrow a copy of it or pirate it off the net. Don't waste money on it. There are some decent songs on it though. I liked "Hold On", "Evolution", and "Starting Over". But for the most part, it's not worth the money. // 5
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JRowe3388, on august 02, 2007 2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Sound: Korn return once again with their 8th full length studio album, Untitled, their 2nd under Virgin Records. Untitled marks the first record without drummer David Silveria, who is out on 'hiatus', and their 2nd without guitarist Brian "Head" Welch. A lot of people expected this album to be another 'See You On The Other Side', Korn's 2005 effort, which is far from the truth. Gaining help from drummers Terry Bozzio (Frank Zappa, Missing Persons) and Brooks Wakerman (Bad Religion) along with touring keyboardist Zac Baird, Korn have truly redeemed themselves this time around. Returning to co-produce alongside Jonathan Davis is infamous Trent Reznor collaborator Atticus Ross, who gives the album a Nine Inch Nails industrial feel. Keyboardist Zac Baird makes his presence known, as piano, synth, and ambiance is used quite often throughout this album. Also in this album, we also see more of bassist Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu's signature bass slapping technique, which was absent on much of SYOTOS, and can be heard on tracks such as Ever Be and I Will Protect You. Untitled perfects what previous effort SYOTOS attempted. The atmospheres, guitars, and effects seem to fit together perfectly this time around, which felt too forced and out of place before. This is a refreshing change of pace and is definitely what Korn needed to get back on top. Imagine putting 'Untouchables', 'See You On The Other Side', and Jon's work in the 'Queen of the Damned' soundtrack in a blender. You'll have Korn's Untitled album. Here's a breakdown of the album tracks:
01. Intro - this starts the album off with piano and ambiance that becomes eerie carnival-esq music until the band comes in. It helps set the mood for the album.
02. Starting Over - great opening track. The bridge is great, and features some melodic and catchy singing by JD.
03. Bitch We Got A Problem - this is a song I think Marylin Manson and Nine Inch Nails fans will enjoy. This song goes heavy on the bass. Good track, but not the best. It gets a little weird.
04. Evolution - the first single from the album. This song is about mankind being essentially apes inside. This is a very catchy song with a chorus that you'll find yourself singing later on.
05. Hold On - one of the best songs of the album. This album sports catchy verses and has an almost old school Korn vibe to it, especially in the singing.
06. Kiss - this is a very beautiful song that was inspired by The Beetle's "Strawberry Fields". This ballad is definately a stand out track. Melodic and powerful.
07. Do What They Say - this song is dark and heavy, but it doesn't stand out much and becomes kind of boring after a few listens. It's okay.
08. Ever Be - the best song on the whole album. Guitarist James "Munky" Shaffer describes it as being like the movie 300 set to song, and it truly holds up. This is a very Epic song with a climactic ending. This song was aimed at ex-guitarist Brian "Head" Welch, who left the band for religious reasons.
09. Love And Luxury - this song is the poppiest on the album, but it still maintains some heaviness. Some will hate this song, but I loved it and it really stuck to me. It has a very memorable hook. This was also aimed at Head, which becomes obvious right away with the line, "I read your little book and ha ha ha."
10. Innocent Bystander - just like "Do What They Say", it's nothing special. It's an okay track that doesn't really stand out much.
11. Killing - formerly called "Trained Response". This is the heaviest song on the album, and has an almost death metal part that sorta springs out of nowhere.
12. Hushabye - this is a softer song. Munky does something unusual for Korn and picks up a mandolin. This song really great track.
13. I Will Protect You - JD leaked this track on MySpace a few months ago to give fans a taste of what they were working on and it is the first song they completed for the album. This song sports a progressive type breakdown showcasing Bozzio's drumming. A great closing track for a great album. // 9
Lyrics and Singing: Jonathan Davis pulls out all the stops in this album. His vocals range from the soft singing in ballad "Kiss" to death metal style low growl in "Killing". The album's lyrical themes range from his near death experience with a rare blood disorder to mankind being no better than apes to anger towards ex-guitarist Brian "Head" Welch. // 8
Impression: I didn't know what to expect from Korn now that they are down to only 3 original members, but Korn surprised the hell out of me with this. I can't really find a bad thing to say about this record. Although it may take a few listens to really get into the album, it is definitely the best thing since Issues. Untitled has what their last works were missing. // 9
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Sleez Boy, on september 17, 2010 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Ah, See You on the Other Side was a significant change in Korn’s label, music, and mood. As you know, the previous albums they have released where heavy, down tuned, funky-hip pop, emotional, and raw. However, their previous studio album Take A Look In The Mirror was out right before guitarist Brian Welch quit the band. When that happened, the band continued, released a greatest hits album, and signed on with a new label, Virgin Records. The music released for See You On The Other Side felt pretty relaxed with random outburst at times. Songs like “Hypocrites” “Twisted Transistor” “Politics” and “Coming Undone” was all funky, dark, heavy, fast, and computer edited. I didn’t mind, for I love those tracks, but after the band went on a tour, they released their follow up album to little fanfare.
Slick style and computer pro tools dominate the music in the album as one texture is added to another making everything complex to hear. However, you can separate sound in the songs and hear most of the sounds if you’re not paying attention to the song. What you got is one song covered with all kinds of sounds from all kinds of equipment that will lead to confusion. It’s like a cake with all kinds of frosting and fruits. However, after sound hits your ear, it starts unveiling a weird feeling in you that makes the track catchy and likeable if not a headache. There are a number of songs that get away with it as it catches the unsuspecting listener. You’ll think it’s weird and wild, but effective afterwards. And of course, the music is less relaxed this time as Korn attempts to match their heavy sound that created the genre known as nu-metal in early 90s. I had no problem listening to the album the first time and loved, and to this day, I still love it in its entire glory. As for the lyrics, I don’t think there’s been any evolution, but there is stuff worth reading about. The problem, however, is that there are no lyrics in the booklet, so one has to go to the band’s website to view them. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: There are no lyrics printed on the sleeves of the Untitled album, so I looked up some of the songs. I like reading the lyrics while listening to the song. I like what I mostly read like "Love & Luxury", "Evolution", "Hold On" and some others. Some of the songs talk about certain concerns like future of Earth and mankind and others are backlash against former bandmember Brian "Head" Welch. The lyrics do match the songs a lot though. // 7
Impression: Untitled is a catchy and awesome album although one can spot the weaknesses it has: computer dominated sounds, pro tools, tiredness among band members, and forgetting who they are. Despite that, Korn has shown no compromise in its attitude or music as they are writing and playing whatever they want to. I love the exploration they made with the music and artwork. It shows the band is wounded, but not dead like the bird on the album cover. All they need is to remember who they are.
Songs:
"Intro" – 1:57
"Starting Over" – 4:02
"_itch We Got a Problem" – 3:22
"Evolution" – 3:37
"Hold On" – 3:05
"Kiss" – 4:09
"Do What They Say" – 4:17
"Ever Be" – 4:48
"Love and Luxury" – 3:00
"Innocent Bystander" – 3:28
"Killing" – 3:36
"Hushabye" – 3:52
"I Will Protect You" – 5:29
Hold On:
Intro 1:57
Great way to start the album, I found it pretty unique as it sets up a certain mood and theme to the album which deals with alienation, anger, despair, and other things too fascinating for the human mind. The intro has a smooth carnival ride right before it goes haywire with some demonic riffs and bass.
“Starting Over” (4:02)
“Starting Over” is the first and wicked song off the album! The sound is heavy and John’s voice is amazing. The tone and his singing are very swift at the beginning of the track. It reminded me of or couple of hip pop songs where the artist singing in a soft and crooning tone right before Davis goes haywire. It is at the chorus where Davis starts to reveal a grimly vocal while Munky’s guitar riffs become heavier. Listening to the lyrics, the song is possibly about a near death experience that occurred to Davis in a performance once. I gotta say “Starting Over” grimly, catchy, and compelling.
“*itch we got a Problem” (3:22)
this is my least favorite song from the album. I didn’t get into this song even though the title is humorous and one of my favorites titles. Again, there’s the swiftly voice Davis is singing while the Munky and Fieldy play their instruments in low tuning. I do like certain things about this song, but it could have been a little better. Its music is much disorganized and vocals are very erratic.
“Evolution” (3:37)
"Evolution" is one of the best songs on the album! The song starts off with pounding drums and moderately tempo rhythm from guitar from Munky. Davis then attacks with his vocals of pain, misery, and desperation!
I'm digging with my fingertips
I'm ripping at the ground I stand upon
I'm searching for fragile bones
Evolution
I'm never gonna be refined
Keep trying but I won't assimilate
Well written lyrics, the song "Evolution" focuses not about where humans came from or anything political, but questions about humanity on the planet earth whether if there'll be a place for future generations to live. Anyways, the song becomes heavier and gloomier before Davis screams it's evolution in the chorus. Meanwhile, Munky fills in with some cool and guitar notes. Also worth noting is the drumming on the song, for it has a raw-down tune like Lars Ulrich had the bongos in St. Anger? That’s how the drumming is, raw and bad-ss! Great song! Loved it!
"Hold On" (3:05)
"Hold On" to your socks, it's going to be a bumpy ride. I am referring to the music video of course. "Hold On" is a very hard edge song with lullaby sound during the chorus. The song is pretty awesome as it starts off with the vintage sound where the guitar is tuned low. The tempo is moderate, but heavy. I found myself enjoying the song and reminiscing scene with Davis, Munky, and the bull.
"Kiss" (4:09)
"Kiss" is the most depressing song in the album. The song starts off with piano and acoustic guitar. It sets the mood and then the sorrow voice of Davis commences the song and lyrics. The lyrics are pretty depressing in this case where it deals a person with a rejecting lover along with the futile attempts. I really loved this song and thought the most choking part is when Davis sings in a high pitch voice why you always push me away?
"Do What They Say" (4:17)
"Do What They Say" is another depressing song. With the voice all angered up and upset, the song is once again depressing as it centers on capitulate or death. I don’t know, for there are no lyric sheets. A very dark track with an impressive guitar sound, I enjoyed it a lot. I found the arrangements and structure of the song very simple as "Hold On".
"Ever Be" (4:48)
"Ever Be" is very heavy and loud, but found out that I didn't like this track at first. I cannot recall the reason why. The guitar work is very highly distorted and John’s singing is catchy, so where did it all go wrong for me? Anyways, I really like this song and thought the bagpipes at the end were pretty cool.
I read your little book, ha, ha, ha, ha, jeers Davis in the best song out of the entire album, "Love & Luxury". For some odd reason, I never wrote anything about this song in my original review, shocking. Okay, "Love & Luxury" has simple chords playing with supporting bass (Fieldy) and drums (whoever it is) while being covered in series of keyboards that give the song an exotic Arabic feel. The song is mid tempo throughout and goes to certain changes in its mood and sound until going back to the music when it is about to end. I really love how Korn performed this track, but also loved Davis vocals. The song is retaliation towards the former comrade Brian "Head" Welch, but not for quitting the band. I think they wrote it because Welch may have "dished" or talked a lot crap about the band. Anyways, this song is a way of telling him to move on. The lyrics are really great too.
"Innocent Bystander" (3:28)
did not know what to think about this one. I enjoyed it, and that's for sure (laugh). The song reminded me of "Coming Undone". The song is loud and aggressive as it tells you to shut up. Not literally, but you know what I mean. I love the way Davis repeatedly saying shut up. The music is thumping and features some killer bass thumps from Fieldy.
"Killing" (3:36)
Munky is at his most intense guitar work in "Killing". The guitar riffs are catchy meanwhile you got Davis voice out of control and along with some killer sounds in between. The intermission of the song is pretty cool. I believe this song is the rawest and intense as it's going to be.
"Hushabye" (3:52)
"Hushabye" is another depressing sound that transforms loud and heavy. The track opens up low and slow, but then kicks it up a notch. This happens back and forth. Its hooks are very catchy and liked it although not as much as "Killing".
"I Will Protect You" (5:29)
I adore the ways the track opens up with mystical sound of a harp or keyboards. I stood there listening to it thinking what would be next and then it goes to up tempo beat as Davis sings very subtle in the verse. He sings in a poetic way during the chorus and found that pretty cool. Also in the song were organs and keyboards, they were used so it can lead to a grand finale that I thought was a pretty cool way closing the album. // 9
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BushMasterFlex, on november 20, 2008 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Personally I thought this was a great album from Korn. It has a spooky feel at times that just makes the album great. The drums are amazing and creative through out the entire album thanks to Terry Bozzio Brooks Wackerman of Bad Religeion. There are a few songs though that don't really appeal that well at all or just drift over on the CD (Do What They Say and Hushabye). This album though has some of my favorite Korn songs of aqll time on it like Hold On and Killing. Overall I think the album is definetly a step forward for Korn Musiclly. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: You can never go wrong with Johnathan Davis, he always ceses to amaze me with every song I here from them. In this album he mix of vocal syles are great, esspecially the outro for killing with growling death metal vocals. The actual song lyrics in the album is pretty different form the rest of the Korn's stuff. Evolution is the biggest difference here where they talk about de-evolution with todays people. I also have to mention Korn bashing Brian "Head" Welch for leaving the band and writing band things about them in his book "Save Me From My Self" that he wrote. But overall the lyrics are typical Korn with the exseption of a few songs. // 8
Impression: Overall this album leaves a big impression on me. I always crave to here this album (esspecially for Killing and Hold On). If your a Korn fan then you should really enjoy this album unless your one of those people that don't like the fact that there trying something new. Great CD with my high recommendation. // 9
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Rob_Bob, on august 25, 2008 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: The whole of the album is unlike previos korn albums. Verging on a emo-grudge guitar playing. Songs such as kiss are unkoRn like whereas, songs like killing seem to be heavy and more like the KoRn stuff I am use too. I believe hushabye was written as Davis announced that he had a problem and it caused a morbid outlook and thus this song came to life. // 9
Lyrics and Singing: I think the lyrics where quite different and seemed quite relevent to events in my life at the time. the music seemed to fit in sync. with the music. Davis showed many skills, going from partial screamo to the softer voice of previous korn tracks. Kiss is a slightly deep song for me, as at the time I was confussed and well this song didnt help. this is what I would declare as one of the most emo songs on the entire album. // 8
Impression: It is a goood album but its not as goood as previos in my opinion. I think it crashed the previous sound of korn. but it revolutionised there genre and so they are better known. Killing, I will protect you, Starting over & bitch we got a problem seemed to be the best songs on the album. Its different thats what i hate about it. I would buy it again if anything happened to it as im a massive fan of KoRn, so I reccomend earlier stuff for the real KoRn But this mite be an insight to future albums. // 9
Untitled
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gavz_verdikt, on july 25, 2008 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Untitled was the only album that Korn had a title left out blank and sadly to say, the album was pretty much blank. Though previous albums like Follow The Leader, See You On The Other Side had hits like Twisted Transistor, this would probably be a disappointing album because the tracks have the same sound. Number one hits like Evolution and Hold On (which have turned to videos) may be great for those who like the nu metal genre but I liked Do What They Say, Ever Be and B****, We Got A Problem. The bonus track is average since I'm not a nu metal fan. If you are a nu metal fan, then buy the album otherwise it's better to just borrow and hear it. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: Since the title of the album was left out, well I thought the lyrics would suck but the album's lyrics are great! Hits like Evolution show the evolution that we are going through while Hold On tells you to pretty much hold on. Well, the lyrics are okay; I wouldn't call them great because the album pretty much doesn't mean anything. So if you liked hearing the lyrics and then listening to the music, I don't think you should hear it but for the sake of Korn, I guess the lyrics are okay! // 5
Impression: I don't think I am so impressed with Untitled, partially because it's the same like other Korn albums. You can appreciate songs like Evolution and Hold On and I partially liked the video Evolution (not Hold On because it had no meaning). I like that Korn left the album for us to decide and since it was a much-hyped album, I bought it but I didn't like it. If I lost it, well don't buy it. Save your money and buy the next Metallica album which comes out this September 2008 or Guns N' Roses which comes out later this year. // 7
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unregistered, on april 12, 2008 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Untitled is Korn's latest venture with only 3 members of the original 5 band members. The album features the drumming of Terry Bozzio and brooks Wackerman. The album is not as good as previous efforts but enjoyable none the less. The album features more notable bass unlike See You On The Others side but the guitar is not as prominent as before. Korn have also included keyboards on this album. The musical style fo this album is Nu Metal however there is a more progressive feel on this album and one or two mini solos thrown in here and there. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: The lyrics are a tiny bit more adventurous on this album with lyrical themes like death, former band mates, mental illness, suicide and relationships. Jonathan Davis sings a lot on this record but there is a nice death metal inspired roar in Killing which I liked. // 7
Impression: This album was enjoyable to listen to but if you're after a heavy album look elsewhere. This album is a chill out album and good if you have a hang over or need something to fall asleep to. My favoutite songs and recommended listens are Starting Over, Do What They Say, Ever Be, and Killing. The one thing that ruined this album would have to be having two different drummers on this record. The band got rid of Bozzio half way through so the album feels a lot like it lost direction somwhere. If this album was lost or stolen I'd download it again but wouldn't buy it. Korn have the potential to make a great album but I guess I'll have to wait until the next one. // 8
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nfldguitarist, on march 03, 2008 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Korn's sound on there new album is more electronic and danceable then any other release they've done on anyother release that they've done. To me I think that the sound it self is old and a little dated. Korn is my favourite band but I can't help but feel that the sound is almost an appeal to a younger audience. Well it starts off with a dark carnival sound in the opening of the album that slowly gets heavier and heavier until it's over. This was okay, I just don't want to hear it as the opener for the rest of their tour. Hold on was definetly a song that was filled with surprises. The biggest being that it sounds like a straight ahead alternitive rock song except that it then goes into a weird psycahdelic bridge right before the song finishes up. The sound was good and the transition was a little choppy but smooth none the less. It's not my favourite Korn song but none the less it was cool. A lot of the songs on this album seem to have different influences in their mix. Killing for example had dream pop and death metal influences. I will protect you had progressive rock and hard industrial influences. Evolution was a pretty straight ahead throwback to old Korn song.Its easily my favourite song off the album. The protection off the album had that NIN feel that Atticus ross did. It sounded too much like an electronica sound for my taste but overall I could enjoy this album. They threw in a whole bunch of different sounds to make this album and most of it turned out great, there were a lot more self-indulgent tracks then a normal korn album has though.Songs like Intro, Love and Luxury and Innocent bystander were just a little too over produced for my taste. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: The lyrics deal with emotion (Hushabye, Do What They Say, Head's departure (Ever Be, Love and Luxury), the environment (Evolution) and a whole mess of other things. The lyrics did seem a little rushed but they fit in very well with the music. Jonathan davis still pulls off a great sound with his voice, you can hear him ageing and the agression is gone but it is still a pretty good vocal performance. Most popular artists can't pull this off. He uses grindcore vocals and awider vocal range than most artists. // 7
Impression: This is definetly a step up artisticly than SYOTOS. My favourite songs are "Evolution," "Hushabye," "Kiss," "Do What They Say" and "I Will Protect You." I love Korns willingness to experiment are an amazing virtue throughout this album. It's trying hard to be an electronic rock album but it's still a good listen. I would by this album again if it were stolen. // 9
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Khamhead, on august 06, 2007 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Korn is back with "Untitled" and pushed their Alternative Metal sound more towards the Progressive/Industrial, basically a continuation of See You on the Other Side. More of an spacey feel to it a lot of melodic songs but evened out with some rocker like Bitch We Got a Problem and Hold On but heaviest song on the album to me is "Killing", but for the most part songs Like "Kiss" and "Hushabye" blends with and forms the album into an up and down somber rollercoaster. Munky also use many different guitars and amps instead of the barrage of effects like in other albums also using the very cool 8 string guitar on "Bitch We Got a Problem" and other various instruments. Fieldy has a fifteen string bass which is awesome, and Jon coming back on drums along with Terry B. great drummer which adds to the Prog sound they're already conveying. Overall sound is different even for KoRn but only adds to the excitement of the album. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: The lyrics are well, they're getting better as far substance because with this album it's not as polital as SYOTOS but it's dose deal with the KoRn usual (Suicide, Life, Death, Love, Not being Loved) so nothing different except maybe I will Protect You which a song to his kids and is also about his disease and Evolution. Their songs on the album with some enpowerment lyrics but other than that nothing different. Not much to say though Love it though. // 7
Impression: The album is different than the other albums overall sound the Nu-Metal is their but doesn't overwelm the other entire album which I kinda miss but the I also understand and like change I mean you don; t want the same sound lyric or anything over and over or else it will get stale quick. The songs are great and wasn't what I expected whcih I nice I like surprises and even when it showed on the internet early when I went out to buy there where things that still surprised me. I love that it mixed Indutrial and Prog along with the new metal song the made so famous. You can't help but love because you get everything in one package. // 9
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unregistered, on august 03, 2007 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Korn seem to have dropped the combination of downtuned chunky riffs and melodic chorus's in favour of industrial guitar and synth. Terry Bozzio giving the band an interesting new sound with his immense perrcussion on the CD. "Bitch We Got A Problem" is probably the closest the album comes to the old korn. The sound is very experimental throughout the album with moments of prog and crazy perrcussion. The slow piano and singing combined with the heavy guitar and sharp drums on "Kiss" (probably the closest the album comes to a ballad) works very well. The new sounds Korn has manufactured for this album works but the lack of Korn's heavy yet melodic chorus's leaves you feeling that there's something missing from the album. // 6
Lyrics and Singing: Jon Davis Is clearly a gifted singer though you can clearly see how his voice has changed over the years. The singing on the album is very much like the singing on the last album "See You On The Other Side". The lyrics of the album fit in well with the music and some of the songs have very pop-ish lyrics. I can't be sure but I'd say the song "Love And Luxury" is about former guitarist "Head." // 7
Impression: although there are good songs on the album it doesn't compare to classic Korn cds such as "Follow The Leader". The high points of the album are when the verses and riffs go well together such as on "Killing". First single "Evolution" is probably the best song on the album. Fans of the "new" Korn of "See You On The Other Side" will enjoy the album but fans of classic korn wont't. All throughout the CD your just waiting for a huge chorus that never comes. // 7
i wonder if there'll be a flame war here? the nu-metal fad is years old but im sure theres still a lot of elitists who would jump at any opportunity to say "KORN SUX LOL", and likewise a lot of KoRn fans eager to jump to the defence of one of their favourite bands...
im gonna check this album out, that "evolution" song seems pretty good to me, albeit simple as you'd expect from this genre.
i wonder if there'll be a flame war here? the nu-metal fad is years old but im sure theres still a lot of elitists who would jump at any opportunity to say "KORN SUX LOL", and likewise a lot of KoRn fans eager to jump to the defence of one of their favourite bands...
im gonna check this album out, that "evolution" song seems pretty good to me, albeit simple as you'd expect from this genre.
Personally, I didn't really like this album. There are a few highlight, for example Starting voer and Bitch, the other songs are forgettable and boring.
I miss the old Korn Korn isn't Korn without Head, the sound changed a lot, and that's what I miss and regret.
I don't like KoRn All that much but this seems like very Good progress for the band. Johnathan Davis is too bitter lol.
I'll listen.
Jackolas wrote:
I had no idea this was out.
Same here.
I'm_Guitarded wrote:
jeowy wrote:
i wonder if there'll be a flame war here? the nu-metal fad is years old but im sure theres still a lot of elitists who would jump at any opportunity to say "KORN SUX LOL", and likewise a lot of KoRn fans eager to jump to the defence of one of their favourite bands...
im gonna check this album out, that "evolution" song seems pretty good to me, albeit simple as you'd expect from this genre.
^ hes right...
KORN SUCKS.
lol. Cute. This review isnt for "KORN SUX" comments.
The UG Team, JRowe3388 and JRowe3388 but alot of work into these reviews and dont deserve comments like yours.
bootyking69 wrote:
my a$$ farts out better music then this $hit!!! real corn in my $hit doesnt stink as bad as this cd!! korn sux!!!
Not a fan of korn, i think his vocals are just, idk, weird. I saw some music video by them where there were these bullets flying and when it got to him he started doing some witch craft with his singing and it started flying aimlessly!
Didn't Joey Jordison join Korn? I thought I heard that on an Interview with the band on TV.
he was filling it while David is taking a vacation from Korn. they had three other drummers (one which was Johnathan) drum on this album. Joey was only for touring.
I found it got boring quickly. I used to love Korn but I found they've lost the oomf in their music and it gets boring quickly, especially lyrically for me.
This CD is really good, JD's vocals are different in each song, my favorite tracks are " Killing " " Ever Be " " Kiss " basically them all, but yeah, this CD is awesome IMO.
Not a fan of korn, i think his vocals are just, idk, weird. I saw some music video by them where there were these bullets flying and when it got to him he started doing some witch craft with his singing and it started flying aimlessly!
electric7 wrote:
he was filling it while David is taking a vacation from Korn. they had three other drummers (one which was Johnathan) drum on this album. Joey was only for touring.
Dang, I wish he joined permanently. Joey's an amazing drummer.
Well i thought it rocked then again Korn are my fave band so i like to stay loyal to them .I gotta admit i didnt think it was that special at first but after a few listens it really grew on me im like addicted lol.
I've been a Korn fan for a long time. When Head left, I realized their time in the arena of importance was going to diminish; when a band member (in a really successful band) leaves, you know things are gonna suffer. SYOTOS began their downfall, while UNTITLED merely reaffirms it. All good things must end, so I guess we need to accept it.
what people need to realise is that the follow the leader, self titled, life is peachy and issues era of korn is gone. heads gone, Silveria is off for a bit and most of all nu-metal is dead.
props to them for trying to keep it going, this album aint actually too bad, i love "hold on" - that song reminds me of their older stuff.
all you korn flamers just f*ck off, i dont love them or hate them but respect them for going on for as long as they have, dont see any of you expert critics flaming them earning any major money or having millions of fans.
You can't say: KoRn sucks. I thought like that, when I first heard it, but when I started to listen to it more and more, I was impressed. And I think the lyrics are allot better than the music!
Wow, I had a few typos in my review. Obviously, "The Beetle's" should be "The Beetles'" and under Hold On, the word album should be song. Im sure there's more. Sorry guys, bear with me. lol
Man....shit i love korn but shaffer said theyre gettin heavier on this album.....thats so not true..
the old albums were definetly their best...but take a look in the mirror is also pretty good
I absolutely love this album.
I didnt like it the first time but I never like albums the frist time. Second time I listened to it I got hooked. Far from what I expected. Better then I expected? Maybe.
People need to realize you'll never get another Self Titled, LIP, FTL, iSsues album. This is the new Korn and deal with it. If you like the previous albums go listen to it.
At first I was afraid that this is gonna be another SYOTOS because of "Evolution" but this album really hit me off the table. It's amazing. Full of great textures. TALITM and SYOTOS suck major time compared to this.
I was very excited about it coming out. I got it the first day it came out. When I first listened to it, It was sort of weird for me. It was way different than anything else they've ever done. But after a few listenings, I really come to like it alot. Espically the songs "Starting Over" and "Killing." Its an awesome album.
Sigh... I really think the album was a let down for many fans. Half the songs had that completely new feel to them and IMO sucked. There are 2-3 tracks on the whole album worth listening to. Other than that, it was weak. 6/10 for trying...
yeah honestly id like to see the people dis'n korn do alot better in their lifetime. I enjoy children expressing their anger by trying to insult a band who really doesnt care. They have been through alot as a band and for what they have compleated on this album is pretty good.
i think the band should have parted ways. Theyve just lost their touch. I honestly think they would be much more succesfull if they parted ways and each of them started their own project. I know some have already taken a shot at that like fieldy and his rap or hip hop album. But maybe if they try and push the envelope a little on their own or with another group of musicians they will find an all new success. Just a thought.
im with a lot of others here..korn was great or at least decent with their original line-up..but since brian left, I find this bands albums have just lost it progressively
Not a fan of korn, i think his vocals are just, idk, weird. I saw some music video by them where there were these bullets flying and when it got to him he started doing some witch craft with his singing and it started flying aimlessly!
how do u not know the name of the song? and r u retarded?...witch craft with his voice? hahaha
this album is okay...i mean its sorta boring. ive always loved korn and i will always be behind them with what they do. they dont need head to make their music...they have enough talent between themselves. this is their 8th studio album, and its not completely crappy. they love what they r doing and i dont see an end anywhere near for them
i liked the album...theres like nothing really new too learn for guitar players, they used to have such awesome simple powerful riffs....there isnt any on this cd, not one
This album is a lot better than SYOTOS. With songs like Evolution, Ever Be, Killing, Starting Over, etc., Korn has proven that they're here to stay. Who cares what people says about 'em, Korn will (and always be) one of the best rock bands ever.
'em, Korn will (and always be) one of the best rock bands ever.
Haha, never were, never will be. In my opinion, Nu Metal, and Screamo bands are just going to be completely forgotten years from now. Other, more creative and talented bands, such as Minus The Bear, The Shins, Wilco, Deftones,The Mars Volta, and Death Cab For Cutie will be remembered. Our children's generation will be listening to these bands, and will be laughing at bands that our generation listened to, such as Korn, Hawthorne Heights, Limp Bizkit, etc, like my generation snickers at the lame hair metal bands.
bands, such as Minus The Bear, The Shins, Wilco, Deftones,The Mars Volta, and Death Cab For Cutie will be remembered.
Apart from Deftones, they'll be remembered because of their shite names >.> Seriously, their names annoy the shit out of me. You can't even take them the cheezy way, they're just too f-ing crap.. >.<
Our children's generation will be listening to these bands
I'll bare-handedly kill my children of they do :
To all the people bashing Korn: Just drop it. There's no point, AT ALL. Most of you can't even spell properly (not to mention your general punctuation), and you're just making yourselves look like asses. If you lost interest in Korn because of this album, but still take the time to inform us about that, it's obvious you're just here to piss people off, because why bother with something you have no interest in? LOL @ you guys. LOL.
Personally, I really like this album, and it's right up there with their first album, in my opinion. I absolutely hated Life Is Peachy, it's my leasy favourite, but Follow The Leader, Issues, Untouchables, TALITM and SYOTOS, I love them all. The people that don't like this album or SYOTOS are either people that bum Head, or are too closed-minded to appreciate change and diversity, because I even listen to Cannibal Corpse, Children of Bodom, Hypocrisy and other (melodic) death metal bands, and they're a lot heavier, or at least more 'brutal' than Korn has ever been, and I love those bands to death (no pun intended, lol).
I don't listen to just about anything (I can't stand metalcore, mostly, although I like Chimaira's latest album), so it's not that I like this because I like all kinds of music. I like this album, and this band, because it's a GOOD album, and 'oldschool' Korn-fans who can't see that, well, your loss, not ours, but don't come bitching please, it's just plain annoying.
*Waits for the first idiot that quotes and says "STFU U SUX!!!".. >.>*
guarantee you this, if Korn hadn't tried to 'evolve' their music, all the haters here would be bitching that it all sounds the same. It can't stay the same and change. and as for the aforementioned bands being remembered, the only thing they will be remembered for is being absolute drek. (with the exception of deftones). why would people remember bands that 'push the creative envelope' by sounding exactly the same as all the other supposedly creative bands?
in closing, Korn will never be as good as they were, but they are still plugging away, and still churning out the occasional memorable song
I really like this album. It's a lot more musical than their previous albums, and they try to stick out of the box a little by using uncommon instruments to provide a harmony for the voice sometimes. It's lost the simple, neanderthal 2-note riffs, and I'm glad for that, because this is quality hard rock. I don't really think it has a lot of metal in it anymore, unless you look at the ending of 'Killings'.
bands, such as Minus The Bear, The Shins, Wilco, Deftones,The Mars Volta, and Death Cab For Cutie will be remembered.
Apart from Deftones, they'll be remembered because of their shite names >.> Seriously, their names annoy the shit out of me. You can't even take them the cheezy way, they're just too f-ing crap.. >.<
Yes, because "KoRn" is a much better name. And ALL that matters in music is the band name. Who cares if a band tries something ORIGINAL, and uses more than bar chords in drop D OVER and OVER again. If they don't have a cool name, they are "shite".
man, I love the first 4 records, but since then it's been glimmers of hope on each album. here to stay, thoughtless, y'all want a single, coming undone, evolution... all pretty good and heavy songs in the korn style or a progression of it, but a lot of the other songs are just blah. remember when Korn first came out and JD said that he wasn't ever really into metal, but very much into dance music? I think that shows a lot these days, but due to their past and their questioned credibility, they can't really say that they want to do more stuff with a dance feel. Seems like they feel like they HAVE to be metal 'cuz that's what people expect of them 'cuz of their previously heavy music. Essentially, they are the new Metallica. I said that 8 years ago, and I say it again today. They had four solid albums in the same style. On their fifth, they opened up and kept with that for the following records; some turned away, but many new fans were attracted. Some got bored and left as quick as they came, some stayed, some old fans reappeared after giving it a second chance, some scream "sell-out!", some are die-hards. Some fans who pretty much like older stuff will find themselves occasionally rockin' to a newer track. Some 'tallica fans only like thru ...AJFA, but dig Fuel, kinda how I only like thru Issues, but dig Coming Undone and the few others I mentioned above. Basically, what I'm sayin' is this- Korn, just like Metallica, are "here to stay" (heh-heh). Either you get it, or you don't. If you don't then the die-hards don't care and really, neither does anyone else, 'cuz they gave up on the band so long ago. I say if you're a die-hard, then rock out with your cock out with no remorse and no regrets, 'cuz I'm a die-hard Metallica fan and respect those who stick to their guns through the thick and thin.
my a$$ farts out better music then this $hit!!! real corn in my $hit doesnt stink as bad as this cd!! korn sux!!!
now, why would you come into a forum that is entirely about a review of the latest Korn cd if you dont like Korn? it's like some people show up to flame people just to piss others off. its embarrassing to say that i'm human at times because of stupid people like you.
that being said, ill check it out, ive loved korn from the start!
Give the album more than one listen and have an open mind. It really grows on you.
@ caseygustaveson, they dont play drop D. They tune down a whole step to ADGCFBE. If you actually listened to the album, you'd notice they focus more on sustained note riffs.
bands, such as Minus The Bear, The Shins, Wilco, Deftones,The Mars Volta, and Death Cab For Cutie will be remembered.
Apart from Deftones, they'll be remembered because of their shite names >.> Seriously, their names annoy the shit out of me. You can't even take them the cheezy way, they're just too f-ing crap.. >.<
Yes, because "KoRn" is a much better name. And ALL that matters in music is the band name. Who cares if a band tries something ORIGINAL, and uses more than bar chords in drop D OVER and OVER again. If they don't have a cool name, they are "shite".
Yup, it's a much better name because it's meant TO BE CHEEZZZZZYYYYY! Way to rip what I said out of context >.>
Where have I ever said that's the most important thing? I meant they weren't going to be remembered for their 'unique' songs, because they HAVEN'T GOT ANY. They're pure tripe, so the only reason someone would remember them would be because of their shite names :
Who cares if a band tries something ORIGINAL, and uses more than bar chords in drop D OVER and OVER again. If they don't have a cool name, they are "shite".
is some idiot above me saying that Korn is not original? whether you like 'em or not is one thing, but if you think they are un-original then please be so kind to tell me where I can find a band that was doing Korn's style of music before they were. As far as I know, NOTHING before '94 sounded like the self-titled Korn album, thereby making it truly original.
Also, band names like "The Shins" and Death Cab are completely un-original, especially the latter which was ripped from some Beetles song, while Minus The Bear and Wilco are kind of crappy names... TMV is an ok name, but their music is lame. Even their guitarist said he doesn't even like guitar playing that much, and I think it shows. So go **** yourself San Diego.
i like this new effort a lot more than see you on the other side, but it still doesn't compare to take a look in the mirror or follow the leader.
in my opinion, they've lost some of the passion and fury they had in the 90's. the creativity is still there, but there's not anything really solid compared to Korn or Issues or even Life is Peachy (my least favorite, twist blows).
Really now it's just a matter if you like Jon Davis. He is awesome and if you like him, you will like this album. A few songs are a waste but there is lot of good stuff. As long as he keeps making music, I will buy his albums.
i like this new effort a lot more than see you on the other side, but it still doesn't compare to take a look in the mirror or follow the leader.
in my opinion, they've lost some of the passion and fury they had in the 90's. the creativity is still there, but there's not anything really solid compared to Korn or Issues or even Life is Peachy (my least favorite, twist blows).
Personally I didn't like the way Korn has been headed lately, with the acoustic mess of a album MTV Unplugged, and SYOTOS was a complete mess IMO. This album was much better than the last, the guitars don't really stand out as much as I would like them too...and a solo??!?!? I didn't even hear a solo...but maybe I didn't pay enough attention. Overall Korn is still good, but they lost their original flow they had which kinda disappoints me.
and for all you bashers on korn...just shut up...the people who posted above me were right...all you flammers can't spell and your grammar is depressing me.
is some idiot above me saying that Korn is not original? whether you like 'em or not is one thing, but if you think they are un-original then please be so kind to tell me where I can find a band that was doing Korn's style of music before they were. As far as I know, NOTHING before '94 sounded like the self-titled Korn album, thereby making it truly original.
Also, band names like "The Shins" and Death Cab are completely un-original, especially the latter which was ripped from some Beetles song, while Minus The Bear and Wilco are kind of crappy names... TMV is an ok name, but their music is lame. Even their guitarist said he doesn't even like guitar playing that much, and I think it shows. So go **** yourself San Diego.
AM I THE ONLY PERSON HERE THAT THINKS SEYMOUR DUNCAN PICKUPS SUCK ASS? YOU KNOW.... I TRIED MANY JACKSONS ,DEANS,WASHBURNS AND THAT KIND OF SHIT WITH JB/59 OR SD DISTORTION/59 SETS ON A ENGL FIREBALL AMP(that amp is f***** stunnin) AND IT SOUNDED JUST WEIRD....AND IF YOU DO SOME HARMONIC TONES YOU HAVE TO LIKE TRY 10 TIMES UNTIL THAT SHIT WORKS..AFTER I GET ANGRY WITH THOSE DAMN PICKUPS I ALWAYS TAKE AN ESP FOR EXAPLE WITH ACTIVE EMGS AND IT JUST SOUNDS GREAT!RICH HARMONICS AND STUFF.....SO CAN ANYONE EXPLAIN TO ME WHY DO SO MANY DUDES PLAY DUNCAN?
AM I THE ONLY PERSON HERE THAT THINKS SEYMOUR DUNCAN PICKUPS SUCK ASS? YOU KNOW.... I TRIED MANY JACKSONS ,DEANS,WASHBURNS AND THAT KIND OF SHIT WITH JB/59 OR SD DISTORTION/59 SETS ON A ENGL FIREBALL AMP(that amp is f***** stunnin) AND IT SOUNDED JUST WEIRD....AND IF YOU DO SOME HARMONIC TONES YOU HAVE TO LIKE TRY 10 TIMES UNTIL THAT SHIT WORKS..AFTER I GET ANGRY WITH THOSE DAMN PICKUPS I ALWAYS TAKE AN ESP FOR EXAPLE WITH ACTIVE EMGS AND IT JUST SOUNDS GREAT!RICH HARMONICS AND STUFF.....SO CAN ANYONE EXPLAIN TO ME WHY DO SO MANY DUDES PLAY DUNCAN?
This is definitely one of if not Korn's best album to date. I cant believe nobody said anything about "Innocent Bystander" which is like the heaviest and best song on the album. I love this CD. Korn still keeps on making great music!
can anyone tell me what's hot today in rock music since you all keep saying Nu Metal is dead. So why don't you tell me what is hot? because ever since Nu Metal suppossively died, so did Music because everything new suck a$$
Ever since Head quit, this band went downhill... Listen to their 1st and 2nd cd, those are amazing. But there last two releases really disappointed me, I hope they go back to there old sound.
'em, Korn will (and always be) one of the best rock bands ever.
Haha, never were, never will be. In my opinion, Nu Metal, and Screamo bands are just going to be completely forgotten years from now. Other, more creative and talented bands, such as Minus The Bear, The Shins, Wilco, Deftones,The Mars Volta, and Death Cab For Cutie will be remembered. Our children's generation will be listening to these bands, and will be laughing at bands that our generation listened to, such as Korn, Hawthorne Heights, Limp Bizkit, etc, like my generation snickers at the lame hair metal bands.
The hell they will! That music has hardly any lasting power. Why do people still listen to Dylan, Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and countless other bands from the 60s/70s? Cause they were real musicians that were changing the way music was percieved. True innovation has lasting power which is why people decades from now will still be listening to stuff from the 60s/70s and probably Metallica and metal bands like that too. All those bands you mentioned will fade away into obscurity (hopefully)
I'm a huge Korn fan, and this album was a total disappointment for me. Call me narrow-minded, but I don't like the change to their music. Only 2 songs I like are "Killing" and "Evolution"
Sorry Korn, but you guys can do WAY better.
Why is Terry Bozzio even relating to this scum of the musical world. He is one of the best drummers in history or, at least jazz. This makes me very angry.
When I first listened to this album I must say I had a bloody strong urge 2 snap the thing in half!!!But after listening to it a couple of times I noticed they hav improved alot from thier last album.I actually like it alot now.I reckon wat korn fans must accept is that Korn has passd its "Golden Era".They basically created Nu-Metal and stayed on the top 4 a long time.But the Nu-Metal scene is getting stale now.Everythings bein done.So Korn looks 2 reinvent themselves by dabbing in a bit of techno stuff and softer stuff.I reckon its working 4 them 2.Even though some fans might say they've gone all shit.Thats alot of crap cause they're still selling just as well as thier first albums did.So my advice is give this album a try and be opened minded about it.
Their last two albums haven't been that great, mainly because Head left and he was the main talent of the band. I don't think Munky can write that good of riffs it all sounds the same, I miss the old KoRn.
bands, such as Minus The Bear, The Shins, Wilco, Deftones,The Mars Volta, and Death Cab For Cutie will be remembered.
Apart from Deftones, they'll be remembered because of their shite names >.> Seriously, their names annoy the shit out of me. You can't even take them the cheezy way, they're just too f-ing crap.. >.<
Our children's generation will be listening to these bands
I'll bare-handedly kill my children of they do :
To all the people bashing Korn: Just drop it. There's no point, AT ALL. Most of you can't even spell properly (not to mention your general punctuation), and you're just making yourselves look like asses. If you lost interest in Korn because of this album, but still take the time to inform us about that, it's obvious you're just here to piss people off, because why bother with something you have no interest in? LOL @ you guys. LOL.
Personally, I really like this album, and it's right up there with their first album, in my opinion. I absolutely hated Life Is Peachy, it's my leasy favourite, but Follow The Leader, Issues, Untouchables, TALITM and SYOTOS, I love them all. The people that don't like this album or SYOTOS are either people that bum Head, or are too closed-minded to appreciate change and diversity, because I even listen to Cannibal Corpse, Children of Bodom, Hypocrisy and other (melodic) death metal bands, and they're a lot heavier, or at least more 'brutal' than Korn has ever been, and I love those bands to death (no pun intended, lol).
I don't listen to just about anything (I can't stand metalcore, mostly, although I like Chimaira's latest album), so it's not that I like this because I like all kinds of music. I like this album, and this band, because it's a GOOD album, and 'oldschool' Korn-fans who can't see that, well, your loss, not ours, but don't come bitching please, it's just plain annoying.
*Waits for the first idiot that quotes and says "STFU U SUX!!!".. >.>*
STFU U SUX!!!
Nah, I'm actually with you on this one. +1
i agree with you, except for the part about Life Is Peachy.
i didnt care much to this album, john said this album would be heaviest album. lied some. but i cant hate on john. alright this has nothing to do with this album. but i was wondering for the hardcore fans of korn. what fx did korn use back in the "Issues" era?
Idk, this albums weird, but beeter than the last one... i like it... And why does every one diss life is peachy I mean it aint perfect but not that bad
i got to say this has to be one of the worst albums ive ever listened to if korn thinks this shit sounds good they better think again. hands down the worst korn album ever they better put some effort in their next because this album is pure bullshit
This album is exactly what i mean when i say korn are not afraid of experimenting genres and thats why they are a well known band i rekon korn is the greatest thing to hit nu metal and if u dont have anythin good to say about then the go and get ur pals and make a better band then
i agree with u 23156 i hate it when a band doesn't change much thru out thier cds and Korn is a good band that isn't afraid to do just that. except for A7x i think they should go back to their old stuff. back to korn its ok i like Issues better though
Hushabye was brilliant live! How could this album only be given a 7 overall? I think it deserves a 9, its better than Life Is Peachy which I found to be just full of filler songs. Kind of like a bad Tool record(which is hard to visualize actually)
electric7 wrote:
he was filling it while David is taking a vacation from Korn. they had three other drummers (one which was Johnathan) drum on this album. Joey was only for touring.
Dang, I wish he joined permanently. Joey's an amazing drummer.
Ya but hes a little fast for KoRn,when they do Freak on a Leash or The Blister Exists live things go way too fst for KoRn.
'em, Korn will (and always be) one of the best rock bands ever.
Haha, never were, never will be. In my opinion, Nu Metal, and Screamo bands are just going to be completely forgotten years from now. Other, more creative and talented bands, such as Minus The Bear, The Shins, Wilco, Deftones,The Mars Volta, and Death Cab For Cutie will be remembered. Our children's generation will be listening to these bands, and will be laughing at bands that our generation listened to, such as Korn, Hawthorne Heights, Limp Bizkit, etc, like my generation snickers at the lame hair metal bands.
None of those bands are big enough to be remembered in 20 years. I've only heard of three of them, and only like 1 (mars volta). I'm not pretending to be speaking on behalf of everyone, but come on man. We all know bands like RHCP will be remembered, cos they sell **** loads of cds.
guitgrinder wrote:
is some idiot above me saying that Korn is not original? whether you like 'em or not is one thing, but if you think they are un-original then please be so kind to tell me where I can find a band that was doing Korn's style of music before they were. As far as I know, NOTHING before '94 sounded like the self-titled Korn album, thereby making it truly original.
Dude, Korn is basically a combination of Faith No More and Rage Against the Machine.
Also, just because they were the only "nu-metal" band with a big contract in 94 doesn't mean they were the only one of their kind.
Korn blows. Put Rage Against Machine and Korn on an arctic bound ship and sink it. The world would be a better place.
well, if u don't like it, DON'T LISTEN TO IT. no one is FORCING you to listen to Korn or R.a.t.m.
and besides, don't just say they blow, jeez dude, be a little more descriptive. I mean, say " i don't like the electronic feel " instead of " they blow " because that's just immature.
wow!! you're being very eloquent!! "Korn sucks" yeah, uhm, that's great, but what about THE MUSIC??? for instance, if you don't like thier music, act like it, present some proof. don't just flat-out " they suck ".
give people who haven't heard it yet like me a REASON why.also, if you don't like it, stop talking about it and ruining this for the rest of us.
Im a long-time fan of koRn. Even though my favorite member Brian "Head" Welch is no longer with them, I still remain a loyal fan. I must say I miss the little extra Head brought to the band. I dont know about everybody else, but every album since his departure seems as though its missing something. With that having been said, I applaud the composure of the other band members, and I think each album is unique its own way. Monkey is still a hell of a guitarist!
Idk, this albums weird, but beeter than the last one... i like it... And why does every one diss life is peachy I mean it aint perfect but not that bad
LIP is a good album for being recorded in two days lol
Issues is actually the one album I'm iffy about, though it had some great songs, as an album its my least favorite. This album is still in my playlist, it had some great trax, and some really not-so-****in-good ones too though. At least they are still making music even if its not for the masses.
there first album was amazing. life is peachy was really good and follow the leader was where they started slipping but i still liked it. after that they freakin suck. head was and is a bad a$$ guitarist and munky as well but there sound is horrible now. they need to cut there losses because they hella suck now.
you people need to grow up and accept musical exploration, and Korn is still Korn even without Head, Korn is a band not just one person they were succesful because everyone in the band is incredibally talented and well rounded musicicians. i think this album is great and my hat goes off to Korn for still keeping things going after all the member changes and still finding there own sound with every album they release.
see you on the other side was a great album-different but not too different. My little brother bought this one and he was full into it so i had a listen and it is without doubt THE S-H-I-T-E-S-T KORN ALBUM EVER !!! they should definitley go back to the classics or at least do some more serious shit like the last album
if your not a fan of Korn why u reading this!!! duh!!!!!
damn FuCkIn straight
guitgrinder wrote:
man, I love the first 4 records, but since then it's been glimmers of hope on each album. here to stay, thoughtless, y'all want a single, coming undone, evolution... all pretty good and heavy songs in the korn style or a progression of it, but a lot of the other songs are just blah. remember when Korn first came out and JD said that he wasn't ever really into metal, but very much into dance music? I think that shows a lot these days, but due to their past and their questioned credibility, they can't really say that they want to do more stuff with a dance feel. Seems like they feel like they HAVE to be metal 'cuz that's what people expect of them 'cuz of their previously heavy music. Essentially, they are the new Metallica. I said that 8 years ago, and I say it again today. They had four solid albums in the same style. On their fifth, they opened up and kept with that for the following records; some turned away, but many new fans were attracted. Some got bored and left as quick as they came, some stayed, some old fans reappeared after giving it a second chance, some scream "sell-out!", some are die-hards. Some fans who pretty much like older stuff will find themselves occasionally rockin' to a newer track. Some 'tallica fans only like thru ...AJFA, but dig Fuel, kinda how I only like thru Issues, but dig Coming Undone and the few others I mentioned above. Basically, what I'm sayin' is this- Korn, just like Metallica, are "here to stay" (heh-heh). Either you get it, or you don't. If you don't then the die-hards don't care and really, neither does anyone else, 'cuz they gave up on the band so long ago. I say if you're a die-hard, then rock out with your cock out with no remorse and no regrets, 'cuz I'm a die-hard Metallica fan and respect those who stick to their guns through the thick and thin.
yeah maybe but i would say there the new sabbath really, sabbath popped up playin hard rock as the hippy rounded off, korn started playin metal after kurt kobain and grunge in genreal died
I admire this band because of their experimentation and courage to do something new while testing their own creativity. Album is good, but experimentation with drums got to far, I don't understand why it sounds like kickikng a carbage can. My favorite ias Hold on.
John should have stopped KoRn when Head left and made his own band, people wouldn't judge his music to old KoRn that way, I personally enjoy all of John's music but in my opinion he should have made his own band with Munky and Fieldy and then they could create what they want without the repercussions, this album is not your typical KoRn album but it still has a KoRn feel so I enjoyed it.
I'm a big Korn fan but this album was a let down. It has potential but just doesn't do it for me. Also for the people say that Korn isn't original, you are all ignorant uneducated retards.
I found this album subpar. I enjoyed "see you on the other side" better, though that album was sonically a disappointment aswell. Untouchables still to me is their last good piece of work, and probably their best piece of work.
i wonder if there'll be a flame war here? the nu-metal fad is years old but im sure theres still a lot of elitists who would jump at any opportunity to say "KORN SUX LOL", and likewise a lot of KoRn fans eager to jump to the defence of one of their favourite bands...
im gonna check this album out, that "evolution" song seems pretty good to me, albeit simple as you'd expect from this genre.
Korn isn't Korn without Head, the sound changed a lot, and that's what I miss and regret.
