The Anti Mother
Norma Jean · 2008
44 min · 10 tracks · metalcore
A chaotic blend of metalcore and experimental elements, blending aggressive riffs with unexpected melodic interludes.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical acclaim within the metalcore scene, receiving high praise from publications like Alternative Press and Metal Injection for its innovative sound. Additionally, it showcased Norma Jean's willingness to push genre boundaries, influencing a wave of bands seeking to integrate diverse musical elements into heavy music.
- Best for
- steady pacing with climactic moments unexpected melodic interludes throughout immersive experience through in-order listening
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'The Anti Mother' marked Norma Jean's fourth studio album and their first with producer Ross Robinson, known for his work with Korn and Slipknot. This album followed the band's 2006 release, 'Redeemer,' and signified a bold artistic direction that incorporated more melodic and experimental influences than their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carajo· I Set My Friends On Fire· Jinjer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Vipers, Snakes, and Actors Standout 4:13
- 2 Self Employed Chemist Standout 3:12
- 3 Birth of the Anti Mother 2:47
- 4 Robots 3 Humans 0 Standout 4:29
- 5 Death of the Anti Mother 4:06
- 6 Surrender Your Sons… 4:40
- 7 Murphy Was an Optimist 4:18
- 8 Opposite of Left and Wrong 3:14
- 9 …Discipline Your Daughters 4:16
- 10 And There Will Be a Swarm of Hornets 9:19
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