What does Requiem sound like?

A cathartic blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that explore themes of pain and healing. Rooted in alternative metal and nu metal. Start with "Forgotten".

Is Requiem a good place to start with Korn?

Yes, Requiem is recommended as a starting point for new Korn listeners. A cathartic blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that explore themes of pain and healing. Released on February 4, 2022, 'Requiem' is Korn's thirteenth studio album, coming six years after their previous record, 'The Serenity of Suffering'. At this point in their career, Korn was embracing a more introspective sound while maintaining the heavy signature style that defined their nu-metal roots. The album marked a continued evolution for the band as they navigated personal struggles and industry changes.

Requiem works well if you're into steady introspective emotional flow, cathartic release through heaviness and suitable for focused listening.

How many songs are on Requiem?

Requiem has 9 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Requiem

Korn · 2022

32 min · 9 tracks · alternative metal

A cathartic blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that explore themes of pain and healing.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Forgotten Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Start the Healing — This track serves as an anthem for recovery, combining powerful lyrics with an uplifting melody that contrasts with the band's heavier sound. Its themes of overcoming adversity resonate deeply within the context of the album.
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Let the Dark Do the Rest — Blending darkness with melodic hooks, this song encapsulates the struggle between despair and acceptance, embodying the emotional core of 'Requiem'. Its haunting atmosphere showcases Korn's ability to infuse depth into their music.
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Disconnect — With its raw energy and relatable lyrics about isolation, 'Disconnect' captures a significant sentiment of modern life, making it a standout track that resonates with both personal and collective experiences.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

Korn's 'Requiem' blends heavy riffs with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid craftsmanship and emotional depth.

What we noticed

The album opens with a heavy, distorted guitar riff that sets a dark tone, followed by a shift to more melodic sections in the chorus.
Several tracks incorporate atmospheric elements, such as ambient synths and layered vocals, which create a sense of depth and emotional weight.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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

steady introspective emotional flow
cathartic release through heaviness
suitable for focused listening
reflective moments in solitude

Maybe skip if you

prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows Korn's continued vitality, returning to their signature sound with emotional depth.
Themes: pandemic isolation· emotional reckoning· healing journey
Career context: Released on February 4, 2022, 'Requiem' is Korn's thirteenth studio album, coming six years after their previous record, 'The Serenity of Suffering'. At this point in their career, Korn was embracing a more introspective sound while maintaining the heavy signature style that defined their nu-metal roots. The album marked a continued evolution for the band as they navigated personal struggles and industry changes.
Stylistic neighbors: Slipknot· Deftones· Limp Bizkit

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

My Confession

The narrator confronts their inner demons directly, articulating feelings of guilt and regret that have haunted them throughout their life.

This moment shifts from abstract reflection to a poignant self-assessment, revealing a deeper layer of vulnerability that enriches the narrative of healing present in the album.