Saliva cover

Saliva

Saliva · 1997

55 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal · nu metal

A raw explosion of aggressive riffs and catchy hooks that encapsulates the essence of late '90s nu metal.

Why this album works

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys immersive listening sessions
Context
Released on August 26, 1997, 'Saliva' was Saliva's debut album, marking their entry into the burgeoning nu metal scene. At this time, the band was still establishing their identity, having formed just a year earlier in Memphis, Tennessee. The album helped set the stage for their future commercial success.
If you like
heavy metal, nu metal

Saliva is an album by Saliva, released in 1997. A raw explosion of aggressive riffs and catchy hooks that encapsulates the essence of late '90s nu metal. 'Saliva' gained attention for its energetic sound and led to the band's eventual rise in popularity, particularly with tracks that received significant radio play. The album helped define an emerging genre during a pivotal moment in rock music and contributed to the nu metal wave that dominated the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Saliva sound like?

A raw explosion of aggressive riffs and catchy hooks that encapsulates the essence of late '90s nu metal. Rooted in heavy metal and nu metal.

What makes Saliva by Saliva notable?

'Saliva' gained attention for its energetic sound and led to the band's eventual rise in popularity, particularly with tracks that received significant radio play. The album helped define an emerging genre during a pivotal moment in rock music and contributed to the nu metal wave that dominated the early 2000s. Released on August 26, 1997, 'Saliva' was Saliva's debut album, marking their entry into the burgeoning nu metal scene. At this time, the band was still establishing their identity, having formed just a year earlier in Memphis, Tennessee. The album helped set the stage for their future commercial success.

Who is Saliva for?

Saliva works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dynamic emotional journeys and immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Saliva?

Saliva has 13 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·55:03

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

  • 1 Beg Standout 3:34
  • 2 Sink 4:01
  • 3 Call It Something 4:12
  • 4 Spitshine Standout 3:03
  • 5 Greater Than Less Than 3:46
  • 6 Cellophane 3:54
  • 7 Tongue 4:20
  • 8 Pin Cushion 4:49
  • 9 Sand Castle 5:10
  • 10 Groovy 4:07
  • 11 I Want It 3:20
  • 12 Suffocate Standout 4:51
  • 13 800 5:49

Release Date

August 26, 1997

Genre

heavy metal, nu metal

More albums in nu metal

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

55 min 3 sec