Iowa
Slipknot · 2001
66 min · 14 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal · groove metal
A raw, relentless barrage of chaotic rhythms and visceral screams encapsulating deep emotional turmoil.
Why this album works
'Iowa' debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Slipknot's place in mainstream metal. Critics praised its intensity and depth, with publications like Kerrang! highlighting its emotional weight and brutal honesty. The album's unyielding sound influenced a generation of heavy music, inspiring numerous artists within the metal genre.
- Best for
- raw emotional catharsis release back-loaded intensity and chaos immersive late-night exploration
- Context
- Released on August 28, 2001, 'Iowa' was Slipknot's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 1999. By this time, the band had established themselves as a pivotal force in the nu-metal scene, pushing their aggressive sound into darker and more complex territories. This album marked a significant evolution in their artistry, showcasing a willingness to explore themes of despair and violence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rob Zombie· Corey Taylor· Sepultura
- If this clicks, go next to
- Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses) — This album offers a refined sound while maintaining emotional intensity and complexity.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "People = Shit".
- 1 (515) 0:59
- 2 People = Shit Start here 3:35
- 3 Disasterpiece 5:08
- 4 My Plague 3:40
- 5 Everything Ends 4:14
- 6 The Heretic Anthem 4:14
- 7 Gently 4:54
- 8 Left Behind Standout 4:01
- 9 The Shape 3:37
- 10 I Am Hated 2:37
- 11 Skin Ticket 6:41
- 12 New Abortion 3:36
- 13 Metabolic 3:59
- 14 Iowa Standout 15:03
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