Tormented cover

Released 30 years ago

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady emotional exploration throughout
  • haunting vocals for introspective moments
  • raw angst for reflection
  • consistent pacing for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat or fast-paced tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career 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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Tolerate 4:38
  • 2 Come Again 3:50
  • 3 Break 3:58
  • 4 Painful 3:30
  • 5 Nameless 3:30
  • 6 Mudshuvel 4:34
  • 7 See Thru 4:27
  • 8 Question? 3:30
  • 9 No One’s Kind 4:46
  • 10 Self Destruct 3:36
  • 11 4 Walls 5:33
  • 12 Funeral 6:13

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata