Corrosion of Conformity
Corrosion of Conformity · 2012
50 min · 13 tracks · sludge metal
A gritty amalgamation of sludge and stoner metal, infused with Southern rock influences and raw, powerful vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Psychic Vampire — Opening the album with an aggressive riff and intense lyrics, this track sets a formidable tone that encapsulates the band's heavy sound and thematic depth.
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Your Tomorrow — This track features a haunting melody paired with introspective lyrics, showcasing Corrosion of Conformity's ability to balance heaviness with emotional resonance.
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What You Despise Is What You've Become — With its compelling chorus and driving rhythm, this song stands out for its lyrical commentary on societal issues, making it both musically and thematically impactful.
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Canyon Man — A standout track that combines slow, brooding instrumentation with vivid imagery, it highlights the band's storytelling prowess and stylistic versatility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production, blending sludge and Southern rock influences effectively.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature aggressive guitar riffs and fast tempos, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more atmospheric section.
- Several songs incorporate extended instrumental sections that allow for improvisation and dynamic shifts in intensity.
- The album closes with a gradual build-up in the final track, culminating in a heavy, distorted climax that contrasts with the preceding tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like dynamics with peaks
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- gritty sound for late nights
- short bursts of intensity
- immersive listening in order
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek polished mainstream production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2012, this self-titled album marked a significant return for Corrosion of Conformity after a hiatus following their 2005 album 'In the Arms of God'. It featured a reunion of the band's classic lineup, including vocalist Pepper Keenan, signaling a creative revitalization that would lead to renewed interest in their unique blend of Southern metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Down· Eyehategod· Crowbar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Psychic Vampire 4:27
- 2 River of Stone 6:09
- 3 Leeches 2:14
- 4 El Lamento de Las Cabras 2:58
- 5 Your Tomorrow 4:04
- 6 The Doom 4:49
- 7 The Moneychangers 4:11
- 8 Weaving Spiders Come Not Here 4:04
- 9 What You Despise Is What You've Become 3:43
- 10 Rat City 2:23
- 11 Time of Trials 3:40
- 12 Canyon Man 5:01
- 13 The Same Way 2:12
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