Babylon
Skindred · 2002
57 min · 21 tracks · heavy metal · alternative metal · nu metal
A high-energy fusion of metal, reggae, and punk that channels anthemic resilience and raw emotion.
Why this album works
'Babylon' gained significant attention for its innovative combination of heavy metal and reggae influences, earning acclaim within the alternative metal scene. The album's standout track 'Nobody' received notable airplay, helping Skindred build a dedicated fanbase and paving the way for their subsequent releases.
- Best for
- high-energy anthems for celebration dynamic journey with interludes cathartic release through loudness
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'Babylon' is Skindred's debut album, coming after their formation in 1998. This album marked their entry into the music scene, showcasing their unique blend of genres and establishing their identity within the nu metal movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Disturbed· Rob Zombie· Carajo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Intro 0:29
- 2 Nobody Standout 3:56
- 3 Pressure Standout 3:28
- 4 Start First 2:49
- 5 Interlude 1 0:16
- 6 Selector 2:23
- 7 Bruises 2:42
- 8 We Want 3:01
- 9 Interlude 2 0:28
- 10 Set It Off Standout 3:03
- 11 Firing the Love 3:37
- 12 Tears 3:00
- 13 World Domination 2:23
- 14 The Fear 3:46
- 15 Interlude 3 0:26
- 16 Babylon 3:34
- 17 The Beginning of Sorrows 3:51
Disc 2
- 1 Start First (acoustic) 3:06
- 2 Pressure (acoustic) 3:51
- 3 Set It Off (acoustic) 3:57
- 4 Nobody (acoustic) 3:36
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