Cult of Static
Static-X · 2009
49 min · 13 tracks · nu metal · industrial metal
Aggressive industrial metal riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, creating an intense sonic experience that defines Static-X's unique sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo aggression haunting melodies with intensity focused listening during workouts
- Context
- Released on March 17, 2009, 'Cult of Static' marked Static-X's sixth studio album, coming after a four-year hiatus following 'Start a War' in 2005. This period saw the band navigating lineup changes and personal struggles, especially the death of founding member Wayne Static, which heavily influenced their work and themes in this album.
- If you like
- nu metal, industrial metal
Cult of Static is an album by Static-X, released in 2009. Aggressive industrial metal riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, creating an intense sonic experience that defines Static-X's unique sound. 'Cult of Static' debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200 and showcased the band's enduring impact on the industrial metal scene. The album received generally favorable reviews, solidifying Static-X's legacy in a genre that has seen fluctuating popularity over the years. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cult of Static sound like?
Aggressive industrial metal riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, creating an intense sonic experience that defines Static-X's unique sound. Rooted in nu metal and industrial metal.
What makes Cult of Static by Static-X notable?
'Cult of Static' debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200 and showcased the band's enduring impact on the industrial metal scene. The album received generally favorable reviews, solidifying Static-X's legacy in a genre that has seen fluctuating popularity over the years. Released on March 17, 2009, 'Cult of Static' marked Static-X's sixth studio album, coming after a four-year hiatus following 'Start a War' in 2005. This period saw the band navigating lineup changes and personal struggles, especially the death of founding member Wayne Static, which heavily influenced their work and themes in this album.
Who is Cult of Static for?
Cult of Static works well if you're into steady mid-tempo aggression, haunting melodies with intensity and focused listening during workouts.
How many songs are on Cult of Static?
Cult of Static has 13 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lunatic Standout 3:35
- 2 Z28 3:09
- 3 Terminal 3:37
- 4 Hypure Standout 4:15
- 5 Tera-Fied 5:19
- 6 Stingwray 4:10
- 7 You Am I 2:59
- 8 Isolaytore 2:45
- 9 Nocturnally 3:49
- 10 Skinned Standout 3:33
- 11 Grind 2 Halt 4:55
- 12 W.F.O. 3:11
- 13 Looks That Kill 4:11
Release Date
March 17, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
49 min 33 sec
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