What makes Korn by Korn notable?

The album is widely credited with helping to define the nu-metal genre, combining elements of heavy metal with alternative rock and hip-hop influences. It peaked at number 72 on the Billboard 200 chart and has been certified multi-platinum, influencing countless artists and bands in the years that followed. Korn's self-titled debut album was released on November 11, 1994, launching them into the forefront of the emerging nu-metal scene. At this stage, the band was still finding their identity, following the formation in 1993 and after releasing a demo tape that garnered initial interest. This record marked their first major label release, establishing their sound and paving the way for future success.

Korn works well if you're into intense emotional catharsis, long, immersive listening sessions and raw, confessional storytelling.

How many songs are on Korn?

Korn has 14 tracks, running approximately 69 minutes.

Korn

Korn · 1994

69 min · 14 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal

Aggressive riffs meet raw, confessional lyrics in a chaotic blend of heavy metal and hip-hop influences.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

intense emotional catharsis
long, immersive listening sessions
raw, confessional storytelling
dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Themes: childhood trauma· heavy riffs· nu-metal rebellion
Career context: Korn's self-titled debut album was released on November 11, 1994, launching them into the forefront of the emerging nu-metal scene. At this stage, the band was still finding their identity, following the formation in 1993 and after releasing a demo tape that garnered initial interest. This record marked their first major label release, establishing their sound and paving the way for future success.
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