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Shade

Living Colour · 2017

48 min · 13 tracks · alternative metal · funk metal

A vibrant fusion of funk and metal, brimming with socio-political commentary and rhythmic intensity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • thought-provoking lyrical themes
  • mid-tempo rhythmic intensity
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 8, 2017, 'Shade' marked Living Colour's first studio album in over a decade, following their last effort 'The Chair in the Doorway' from 2009. This period saw the band navigating a resurgence in interest while continuing to explore themes of identity and social justice.
Stylistic neighbors
Faith No More· Red Hot Chili Peppers· Incubus

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Freedom of Expression (F.O.X.) 2:54
  • 2 Preachin’ Blues 4:20
  • 3 Come On 3:22
  • 4 Program 4:43
  • 5 Who Shot Ya 3:38
  • 6 Always Wrong 4:04
  • 7 Blak Out 2:29
  • 8 Pattern in Time 2:56
  • 9 Who’s That 4:10
  • 10 Glass Teeth 2:59
  • 11 Invisible 3:44
  • 12 Inner City Blues 4:00
  • 13 Two Sides 5:11

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