Tormented
Staind · 1996
52 min · 12 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal · post-grunge
A raw sonic landscape of angst, blending heavy guitar riffs with introspective lyrics and a haunting vocal delivery.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady emotional exploration throughout haunting vocals for introspective moments raw angst for reflection
- Context
- Released as Staind's debut album in November 1996, 'Tormented' marked the band's introduction to the music scene following their formation in 1995. At this point, they were still honing their identity within the burgeoning nu metal genre, which was gaining popularity during the mid-90s.
- If you like
- alternative metal, nu metal, post-grunge
Tormented is an album by Staind, released in 1996. A raw sonic landscape of angst, blending heavy guitar riffs with introspective lyrics and a haunting vocal delivery. The album established Staind as a notable player in the alternative metal scene, showcasing their unique blend of post-grunge and nu metal sounds. It received a positive reception from critics and laid the groundwork for their future commercial success, particularly with subsequent albums like 'Dysfunction' and 'Break the Cycle'. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tormented sound like?
A raw sonic landscape of angst, blending heavy guitar riffs with introspective lyrics and a haunting vocal delivery. Rooted in alternative metal and nu metal.
What makes Tormented by Staind notable?
The album established Staind as a notable player in the alternative metal scene, showcasing their unique blend of post-grunge and nu metal sounds. It received a positive reception from critics and laid the groundwork for their future commercial success, particularly with subsequent albums like 'Dysfunction' and 'Break the Cycle'. Released as Staind's debut album in November 1996, 'Tormented' marked the band's introduction to the music scene following their formation in 1995. At this point, they were still honing their identity within the burgeoning nu metal genre, which was gaining popularity during the mid-90s.
Who is Tormented for?
Tormented works well if you're into steady emotional exploration throughout, haunting vocals for introspective moments and raw angst for reflection.
How many songs are on Tormented?
Tormented has 12 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tolerate Standout 4:38
- 2 Come Again 3:50
- 3 Break 3:58
- 4 Painful 3:30
- 5 Nameless 3:30
- 6 Mudshuvel Standout 4:34
- 7 See Thru 4:27
- 8 Question? 3:30
- 9 No One’s Kind 4:46
- 10 Self Destruct Standout 3:36
- 11 4 Walls 5:33
- 12 Funeral 6:13
Release Date
November 29, 1996
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
52 min 8 sec
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