Shark Bites and Dog Fights
Skindred · 2009
31 min · 8 tracks · heavy metal · alternative metal · nu metal
A high-energy fusion of heavy metal and reggae-infused rhythms, delivering explosive anthems with socially conscious lyrics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady energetic anthems for movement group sing-alongs at gatherings for workout motivation
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Shark Bites and Dog Fights' is Skindred's third studio album, following their acclaimed 'Roots Rock Riot' in 2007. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique blend of genres, expanding their sonic palette while gaining a loyal fanbase in the alternative and metal scenes.
- If you like
- heavy metal, alternative metal, nu metal
Shark Bites and Dog Fights is an album by Skindred, released in 2009. A high-energy fusion of heavy metal and reggae-infused rhythms, delivering explosive anthems with socially conscious lyrics. The album features a notable cover of Eddy Grant's 'Electric Avenue', which helped boost its visibility and broaden Skindred's audience. It received positive reviews for its energetic sound and lyrical themes, contributing to the band's reputation as innovators within the nu metal and reggae metal genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shark Bites and Dog Fights sound like?
A high-energy fusion of heavy metal and reggae-infused rhythms, delivering explosive anthems with socially conscious lyrics. Rooted in heavy metal and alternative metal.
What makes Shark Bites and Dog Fights by Skindred notable?
The album features a notable cover of Eddy Grant's 'Electric Avenue', which helped boost its visibility and broaden Skindred's audience. It received positive reviews for its energetic sound and lyrical themes, contributing to the band's reputation as innovators within the nu metal and reggae metal genres. Released in 2009, 'Shark Bites and Dog Fights' is Skindred's third studio album, following their acclaimed 'Roots Rock Riot' in 2007. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique blend of genres, expanding their sonic palette while gaining a loyal fanbase in the alternative and metal scenes.
Who is Shark Bites and Dog Fights for?
Shark Bites and Dog Fights works well if you're into steady energetic anthems for movement, group sing-alongs at gatherings and for workout motivation.
How many songs are on Shark Bites and Dog Fights?
Shark Bites and Dog Fights has 8 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stand for Something Standout 4:06
- 2 You Can’t Stop It 3:53
- 3 Electric Avenue Standout 3:10
- 4 Calling All Stations 3:33
- 5 Corrupted 3:36
- 6 Who Are You? Standout 5:03
- 7 Days Like These 3:36
- 8 Invincible 3:58
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
31 min 0 sec
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