Released 24 years ago this October
Kuori
Ruoska · 2002
42 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal
A raw blend of industrial metal and Neue Deutsche Härte, creating a hard-hitting yet melodic soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kuori — The title track sets the tone for the album with its aggressive riffs and powerful vocals, encapsulating Ruoska's signature sound.
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Propagandaa — This track showcases intricate guitar work and a catchy chorus, highlighting the band’s ability to blend heaviness with melodic elements.
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Ruma rakkaus — Exploring themes of love and chaos, this song features dynamic shifts in intensity that reflect both emotional depth and musical prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- hard-hitting anthems for empowerment
- melodic intensity for focused listening
- short bursts of raw energy
- cathartic release through aggression
Maybe skip if you
- seeking mellow background sounds
- prefering lengthy, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 25, 2002, 'Kuori' marked Ruoska's debut album, establishing their presence in the Finnish metal scene. At this time, the band was still gaining recognition, following their formation in 2000. The album laid the groundwork for their distinctive sound that blends elements of industrial and alternative metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Oomph!· Megaherz· Eisbrecher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kuori 2:51
- 2 Koti 3:52
- 3 Kiroan 3:55
- 4 Ruma rakkaus 4:26
- 5 Perkeleet 3:45
- 6 Epilogi 3:41
- 7 Propagandaa 4:39
- 8 Aurinko ei nouse 4:04
- 9 Armo 3:29
- 10 Moraoikeus 4:18
- 11 Suomi lukuina 3:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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