What makes Weighting by Rollins Band notable?

Weighting received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its ambitious compositions and introspective lyrics. The album's fusion of alternative metal and post-hardcore influences continued to impact the genre, influencing bands that followed in the mid-2000s. Released in 2004, Weighting is the Rollins Band's final studio album, marking a transition after a decade-long hiatus since their previous release. At this point, frontman Henry Rollins had established himself as a multifaceted artist, balancing music with acting and spoken word performances.

Who is Weighting for?

Weighting works well if you're into dynamic progression with emotional peaks, immersive experience for deep reflection and patient exploration of personal struggles.

How many songs are on Weighting?

Weighting has 12 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.

Weighting

Rollins Band · 2004

79 min · 12 tracks · alternative metal

A raw and cathartic exploration of inner turmoil, blending heavy riffs with emotive vocals across expansive instrumental sections.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Fall Guy — This opening track encapsulates the album's intensity with its driving rhythm and confrontational lyrics, setting the tone for the themes of struggle and self-examination.
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Divine Object of Hatred — Here, Rollins delves into themes of anger and frustration, showcasing his powerful vocal delivery alongside complex guitar work that exemplifies the band’s sound.
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Night Sweat — With its haunting melodies and emotional weight, this track underscores the personal struggles Rollins addresses throughout the album, exhibiting a more vulnerable side.
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Liar — The song’s explosive energy and incisive lyrics critique deception and authenticity, making it a standout moment that resonates deeply within the album's context.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic progression with emotional peaks
immersive experience for deep reflection
patient exploration of personal struggles
wave-like pacing for steady engagement
raw intensity for cathartic release

Maybe skip if you

prefer quick, instant gratification
seek standalone radio-friendly tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2004, Weighting is the Rollins Band's final studio album, marking a transition after a decade-long hiatus since their previous release. At this point, frontman Henry Rollins had established himself as a multifaceted artist, balancing music with acting and spoken word performances.
Stylistic neighbors: Helmet· Quicksand· Fugazi