L.D. 50
Mudvayne · 2000
68 min · 17 tracks · progressive metal
A chaotic blend of aggressive riffs and intricate rhythms, L.D. 50 is a raw exploration of the human psyche through alternative metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dig Start here — As one of the standout singles, 'Dig' showcases Mudvayne's signature blend of powerful riffs and thought-provoking lyrics about individuality and defiance against conformity.
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Death Blooms — This track stands out for its emotional depth, exploring themes of loss and despair through dynamic shifts between aggressive verses and haunting melodies.
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Internal Primates Forever — 'Internal Primates Forever' exemplifies the band's technical prowess with intricate time signatures and heavy instrumentation, reflecting their progressive metal influences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
L.D. 50 showcases complex musicianship and aggressive energy, marking Mudvayne's entry into the nu metal scene.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track, 'Monolith', that sets a frenetic pace, which is maintained through the first half of the record.
- The last three tracks slow down significantly, providing a contrast to the earlier intensity and allowing for a more reflective tone.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- intense focus on intricate details
- varied pacing and intensity
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This debut album established Mudvayne's reputation in the nu metal scene.
- Themes
- chaotic psyche exploration· defiance against conformity· loss and despair
- Career context
- L.D. 50 is Mudvayne's debut album, released in 2000 when the band was establishing themselves in the nu metal scene. The album followed their formation in 1996 and marked their first significant commercial release, setting the stage for their subsequent rise in popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Slipknot· System of a Down· Korn
Tracklist
- 1 Monolith 1:53
- 2 Dig Start here 2:41
- 3 Internal Primates Forever 4:25
- 4 -1 3:58
- 5 Death Blooms 4:52
- 6 Golden Ratio 0:54
- 7 Cradle 5:15
- 8 Nothing to Gein 5:29
- 9 Mutatis Mutandis 1:43
- 10 Everything and Nothing 3:15
- 11 Severed 6:30
- 12 Recombinant Resurgence 2:00
- 13 Prod 6:04
- 14 Pharmaecopia 5:34
- 15 Under My Skin 3:47
- 16 (K)now F(orever) 7:06
- 17 Lethal Dosage 2:59
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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