The Connection
Papa Roach · 2012
44 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · nu metal · rap rock
A raw blend of nu metal riffs and introspective lyrics that encapsulates the struggle for identity and resilience.
Why this album works
'The Connection' debuted at number 17 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Papa Roach's continued relevance in a changing music landscape. The album received positive reviews for its fusion of rock and rap elements, contributing to a resurgence in interest in nu metal around this period.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflection cathartic releases of frustration introspective moments of resilience
- Context
- Released on October 2, 2012, 'The Connection' marked Papa Roach's tenth studio album during a phase of reinvention after their commercial peak in the early 2000s. With a shift towards more personal themes, this album sought to connect deeply with fans who had grown alongside the band through various musical evolutions.
- If you like
- alternative rock, nu metal, rap rock
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Engage 0:51
- 2 Still Swingin’ Standout 3:23
- 3 Where Did the Angels Go? 3:10
- 4 Silence Is the Enemy 2:53
- 5 Before I Die Standout 4:25
- 6 Wish You Never Met Me 4:05
- 7 Give Me Back My Life 3:58
- 8 Breathe You In 3:07
- 9 Leader of the Broken Hearts Standout 4:12
- 10 Not That Beautiful 3:18
- 11 Walking Dead 3:18
- 12 Won’t Let Up 4:00
- 13 As Far as I Remember 3:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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