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Pacifier Live

Shihad · 2003

97 min · 24 tracks · alternative rock

A raw and powerful live album capturing the energy of Shihad's hard-hitting alternative metal performances.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Pacifier — The title track exemplifies Shihad's hard-hitting sound, blending aggressive riffs with catchy hooks that engage the live audience effectively.
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    My Mind’s Sedate — This track stands out for its intense energy and lyrical exploration of mental turmoil, making it a fan favorite during live performances.
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    Everything — With its anthemic chorus and driving rhythm, Everything captures the essence of Shihad's live appeal, showcasing their ability to connect with audiences.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy live performance vibe
  • cathartic crowd sing-alongs
  • dynamic shifts in intensity
  • late-night adrenaline rush
  • raw emotion and power

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer polished studio sound
  • seek quiet background music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, Pacifier Live came during a transitional phase for Shihad, marking their return to live performance after a brief hiatus and prior to their subsequent studio album. The band had shifted genres from heavy metal to a more alternative rock sound with their previous release, Pacifier, which set the stage for this live documentation of their evolving sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Helmet· Deftones· Stone Sour

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 You Again 5:10
  • 2 Gimme Gimme 5:28
  • 3 Run 3:51
  • 4 Semi‐Normal 3:12
  • 5 Wait and See 5:01
  • 6 La La Land 2:52
  • 7 Bullitproof 3:31
  • 8 Derail 4:27
  • 9 Bitter 4:00
  • 10 Everything 4:54
  • 11 The Brightest Star 3:05
  • 12 My Mind’s Sedate 3:14

Disc 2

  • 1 Comfort Me 3:12
  • 2 Interconnector 2:48
  • 3 Ghost From the Past 2:58
  • 4 Deb’s Night Out 4:11
  • 5 The General Electric 6:18
  • 6 Pacifier 4:10
  • 7 Toxic Shock 3:47
  • 8 Screwtop 6:05
  • 9 The Call 4:39
  • 10 Thin White Line 3:20
  • 11 A Day Away 2:43
  • 12 Home Again 4:41

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