What makes All Out Life by Slipknot notable?

'All Out Life' received substantial acclaim for its powerful message and sonic intensity, debuting at number one on Billboard's Hard Rock Digital Songs chart. It was notable for addressing themes of unity and perseverance amidst personal and societal struggles, resonating strongly with fans during a time of division. Released on Halloween 2018, 'All Out Life' marked Slipknot's return after a five-year hiatus since '5: The Gray Chapter'. This single served as a standalone track that reignited the band's presence before their sixth studio album, solidifying their commitment to both their roots and evolution within the metal genre.

How many songs are on All Out Life?

All Out Life has 2 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

All Out Life

Slipknot · 2018

10 min · 2 tracks · alternative metal

Aggressive grooves and anthemic choruses collide in a visceral expression of resilience and defiance.

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All Out Life — The title track encapsulates the album's core message of embracing life fully, blending aggressive instrumentation with an uplifting chorus that encourages resilience.
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Unsainted — 'Unsainted' features a haunting choir that elevates its emotional depth, reflecting on loss and acceptance while maintaining Slipknot’s signature intensity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong composition and craft, with a clear message but limited depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

The title track features a relentless tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming that create a sense of urgency.
The song structure includes multiple shifts in dynamics, alternating between heavy verses and anthemic choruses that invite audience participation.
Lyrically, the track emphasizes themes of resilience and unity, with repeated refrains that reinforce its message.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — 'All Out Life' marked a significant return, reigniting Slipknot's presence after a hiatus.
Themes: Halloween release· 20th anniversary celebration· embracing community
Career context: Released on Halloween 2018, 'All Out Life' marked Slipknot's return after a five-year hiatus since '5: The Gray Chapter'. This single served as a standalone track that reignited the band's presence before their sixth studio album, solidifying their commitment to both their roots and evolution within the metal genre.
Stylistic neighbors: Korn· Mudvayne· System of a Down