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Fragile

Seether · 2000

57 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · alternative metal · post-grunge

A raw exploration of heartbreak and disillusionment wrapped in heavy guitar riffs and haunting melodies.

Why this album works

Best for
wave-like pacing with peaks raw emotional catharsis experience reflective moments of heartbreak
Context
Released on November 1, 2000, 'Fragile' marked Seether's debut album under the name Saron Gas, showcasing their early sound before they transitioned to a broader audience later in their career. At this point, they were still establishing their identity within the post-grunge scene, having gained traction in South Africa but yet to break into the North American market.
If you like
hard rock, alternative metal, post-grunge

Fragile is an album by Seether, released in 2000. A raw exploration of heartbreak and disillusionment wrapped in heavy guitar riffs and haunting melodies. The album features the hit single 'Fine Again,' which became a staple of early 2000s rock radio and helped propel the band into mainstream recognition. Its gritty emotional resonance resonated with listeners, contributing to the post-grunge revival during this era and establishing Seether as a prominent act in alternative metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Fragile sound like?

A raw exploration of heartbreak and disillusionment wrapped in heavy guitar riffs and haunting melodies. Rooted in hard rock and alternative metal.

What makes Fragile by Seether notable?

The album features the hit single 'Fine Again,' which became a staple of early 2000s rock radio and helped propel the band into mainstream recognition. Its gritty emotional resonance resonated with listeners, contributing to the post-grunge revival during this era and establishing Seether as a prominent act in alternative metal. Released on November 1, 2000, 'Fragile' marked Seether's debut album under the name Saron Gas, showcasing their early sound before they transitioned to a broader audience later in their career. At this point, they were still establishing their identity within the post-grunge scene, having gained traction in South Africa but yet to break into the North American market.

Who is Fragile for?

Fragile works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, raw emotional catharsis experience and reflective moments of heartbreak.

How many songs are on Fragile?

Fragile has 15 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·57:57

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Beer 2:51
  • 2 69 Tea 3:38
  • 3 Pride Standout 4:23
  • 4 Fine Again Standout 4:05
  • 5 Empty 4:17
  • 6 Tied My Hands 5:13
  • 7 Take Me Away 3:34
  • 8 Driven Under Standout 4:33
  • 9 Stay and Play 3:07
  • 10 Your Bore 3:43
  • 11 Pig 4:29
  • 12 Dazed and Abused 3:11
  • 13 Gasoline 2:48
  • 14 Tied My Hands 4:48
  • 15 Senseless Tragedy 3:17

Release Date

November 1, 2000

Artist Origin

South Africa

Runtime

57 min 57 sec