Live at MSG
Slipknot · 2023
77 min · 16 tracks · alternative metal
A raw and unfiltered live experience, capturing the intensity and chaos of Slipknot's powerful stage presence.
Top tracks — play these first
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(sic) (Live at MSG 2009) Start here — The opener sets an aggressive tone for the entire performance, immediately immersing listeners in Slipknot's chaotic sound and stage presence.
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Duality (Live at MSG 2009) — As one of Slipknot's most recognizable tracks, it captures the dual nature of their music—mixing melodic elements with brutal heaviness, making it a fan favorite.
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Psychosocial (Live at MSG 2009) — This track exemplifies the band's lyrical depth alongside their formidable instrumentation, showcasing their ability to engage a crowd while delivering complex themes.
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Before I Forget (Live at MSG 2009) — Winning a Grammy Award in 2006, this song represents a peak in Slipknot’s evolution and resonates deeply with fans during live performances.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This live album effectively captures Slipknot's chaotic energy but lacks a cohesive narrative flow.
What we noticed
- The album captures the raw energy of a live performance, with crowd interactions and spontaneous moments that enhance the experience.
- Tracks are performed in their original arrangements, maintaining the intensity of the studio versions while adding live improvisation.
- Transitions between songs often include extended instrumental sections or crowd chants, contributing to the overall atmosphere.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- high-energy live performance experience
- cathartic crowd participation moments
- intense emotional peaks throughout
- unrelenting pacing and urgency
- nostalgic revisiting of classics
Maybe skip if you
- prefer calm, soothing sounds
- dislike live recordings
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Madison Square Garden chaos· raw live energy· 2009 metal legacy
- Career context
- Released on August 18, 2023, 'Live at MSG' documents Slipknot's electrifying performance at Madison Square Garden in 2009. This album arrives after the band's acclaimed studio album 'We Are Not Your Kind' (2019), which marked a creative resurgence following lineup changes and the passing of bassist Paul Gray. The choice to release a live album highlights their enduring popularity and ability to captivate audiences over the years.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Korn· Mudvayne· System of a Down
Tracklist
- 1 (sic) (Live at MSG 2009) Start here 3:55
- 2 Eyeless (Live at MSG 2009) 4:15
- 3 Wait and Bleed (Live at MSG 2009) 2:44
- 4 Get This (Live at MSG 2009) 4:28
- 5 Before I Forget (Live at MSG 2009) 4:22
- 6 The Blister Exists (Live at MSG 2009) 6:37
- 7 Dead Memories (Live at MSG 2009) 4:03
- 8 Left Behind (Live at MSG 2009) 3:27
- 9 Disasterpiece (Live at MSG 2009) 5:09
- 10 Purity (Live at MSG 2009) 6:25
- 11 Everything Ends (Live at MSG 2009) 4:21
- 12 Psychosocial (Live at MSG 2009) 5:41
- 13 Duality (Live at MSG 2009) 5:25
- 14 People = Shit (Live at MSG 2009) 4:09
- 15 Surfacing (Live at MSG 2009) 4:48
- 16 Spit It Out (Live at MSG 2009) 7:34
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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