What makes The Chapeltown Rag by Slipknot notable?

The Chapeltown Rag has been noted for its commentary on societal issues and garnered significant attention upon release, becoming a staple in live performances. The single debuted at number 10 on the Billboard Hot Hard Rock Songs chart, indicating the band's enduring popularity within the hard rock scene. Released as a standalone single in November 2021, The Chapeltown Rag came after Slipknot's sixth studio album, We Are Not Your Kind, which marked their return to form. This track showcases their continuing evolution while maintaining the raw energy that fans expect from the band, bridging their past and present sound.

How many songs are on The Chapeltown Rag?

The Chapeltown Rag has 1 track, running approximately 4 minutes.

Released 5 years ago this November

The Chapeltown Rag

Slipknot · 2021

4 min · 1 track · alternative metal

A visceral blend of aggressive grooves and haunting melodies that captures the chaos of modern existence.

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The Chapeltown Rag — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of disillusionment and rage, driven by relentless percussion and sharp lyrical imagery that reflects contemporary struggles.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong composition and craft but is less cohesive due to its standalone nature.

What we noticed

The track features a rapid tempo with aggressive guitar riffs that dominate the mix, punctuated by dynamic shifts in intensity.
Vocals alternate between harsh screams and melodic lines, creating a contrast that emphasizes the chaotic themes of the lyrics.
The song incorporates a breakdown section that slows the pace significantly before launching back into high-energy grooves.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Standalone single showcasing Slipknot's sound; significant but not a major discography entry.
Themes: societal decay· personal turmoil· industrial landscapes
Career context: Released as a standalone single in November 2021, The Chapeltown Rag came after Slipknot's sixth studio album, We Are Not Your Kind, which marked their return to form. This track showcases their continuing evolution while maintaining the raw energy that fans expect from the band, bridging their past and present sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Korn· Mudvayne· System of a Down