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Jingle Balls

Korn · 1999

14 min · 4 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal

A chaotic blend of heavy riffs and playful holiday themes, merging metal with unexpected wit.

Jingle Balls is a single by Korn, released in 1999. A chaotic blend of heavy riffs and playful holiday themes, merging metal with unexpected wit. Although released as a novelty EP, 'Jingle Balls' gained attention for its unique take on Christmas music through a metal lens. It showcased Korn's ability to infuse humor into their work, influencing other artists looking to blend genres and challenge conventional holiday music tropes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Jingle Balls sound like?

A chaotic blend of heavy riffs and playful holiday themes, merging metal with unexpected wit. Rooted in alternative metal and nu metal.

What makes Jingle Balls by Korn notable?

Although released as a novelty EP, 'Jingle Balls' gained attention for its unique take on Christmas music through a metal lens. It showcased Korn's ability to infuse humor into their work, influencing other artists looking to blend genres and challenge conventional holiday music tropes. Released in 1999, 'Jingle Balls' came during a prolific period for Korn, following their self-titled debut album and the breakthrough success of 'Life Is Peachy.' This holiday-themed EP emerged as an unconventional project amidst their rise in the nu-metal scene, showcasing their willingness to experiment with humor while staying true to their heavy sound.

How many songs are on Jingle Balls?

Jingle Balls has 4 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·14:32

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

  • 1 Jingle Balls Standout 3:28
  • 2 Wake Up Standout 4:09
  • 3 Lift 3:46
  • 4 Sick Standout 3:09

Release Date

January 1, 1999

Genre

alternative metal, nu metal

More albums in nu metal

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

14 min 32 sec