Adema cover

Adema

Adema · 2001

42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal · nu metal

A raw blend of aggressive riffs and introspective lyrics that captures the angst of early 2000s nu metal.

Why this album works

The album achieved significant commercial success, debuting at number 27 on the Billboard 200 and selling over 500,000 copies in the U.S. Its impact was felt within the nu metal genre, influencing similar bands and contributing to the sound of early 2000s rock.
Best for
steady mid-tempo engagement raw emotional catharsis reflective angst and intensity
Context
When 'Adema' was released in August 2001, Adema was a debuting band emerging from the burgeoning nu metal scene, closely associated with acts like Korn. This self-titled album marked their first major release, following the band's formation in 2000 and the subsequent signing to a major label.
Stylistic neighbors
Rob Zombie· P.O.D.· Tom Morello

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Everyone 3:29
  • 2 Blow It Away 3:02
  • 3 Giving In Standout 4:34
  • 4 Freaking Out 3:35
  • 5 The Way You Like It Standout 3:39
  • 6 Close Friends 3:24
  • 7 Do What You Want to Do 3:00
  • 8 Skin Standout 3:23
  • 9 Pain Inside 3:29
  • 10 Speculum 3:32
  • 11 Drowning 3:26
  • 12 Trust 4:21

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