All Wound Up...

Godsmack · 1997

54 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · alternative metal · post-grunge

A raw explosion of heavy riffs and emotive lyrics that capture the angst of the late '90s alternative scene.

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Why this album works

Best for: steady mid-tempo energy cathartic release for frustration for late-night drives
Context: Released on February 1, 1997, 'All Wound Up...' was Godsmack's debut album, marking their entry into the hard rock and post-grunge landscape. At this point, the band was still relatively unknown, having formed just a few years earlier in 1995, but this album set the stage for their later success.
If you like: hard rock, alternative metal, post-grunge

All Wound Up... is an album by Godsmack, released in 1997. A raw explosion of heavy riffs and emotive lyrics that capture the angst of the late '90s alternative scene. 'All Wound Up...' played a crucial role in establishing Godsmack as a prominent force in the alternative metal scene, eventually achieving gold certification by the RIAA. The single 'Voodoo' became particularly notable for its haunting sound and lyrical depth, contributing to the band's rise in popularity and their subsequent influence on later rock acts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does All Wound Up... sound like?

A raw explosion of heavy riffs and emotive lyrics that capture the angst of the late '90s alternative scene. Rooted in hard rock and alternative metal.

What makes All Wound Up... by Godsmack notable?

'All Wound Up...' played a crucial role in establishing Godsmack as a prominent force in the alternative metal scene, eventually achieving gold certification by the RIAA. The single 'Voodoo' became particularly notable for its haunting sound and lyrical depth, contributing to the band's rise in popularity and their subsequent influence on later rock acts. Released on February 1, 1997, 'All Wound Up...' was Godsmack's debut album, marking their entry into the hard rock and post-grunge landscape. At this point, the band was still relatively unknown, having formed just a few years earlier in 1995, but this album set the stage for their later success.

Who is All Wound Up... for?

All Wound Up... works well if you're into steady mid-tempo energy, cathartic release for frustration and for late-night drives.

How many songs are on All Wound Up...?

All Wound Up... has 12 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.