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Welcome

Taproot · 2002

46 min · 12 tracks · alternative metal

A blend of heavy riffs and introspective lyrics, capturing the angst of early 2000s alternative metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • introspective late-night reflections
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 15, 2002, 'Welcome' marked Taproot's second studio album after their debut, 'Gift', which had established them within the alternative metal scene. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their sound and beginning to gain traction on mainstream rock radio, following a period of intense touring and exposure.
Stylistic neighbors
Tom Morello· Skillet· Rob Zombie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mine 3:49
  • 2 Poem 3:09
  • 3 Everything 3:26
  • 4 Art 4:41
  • 5 Myself 3:47
  • 6 When 4:04
  • 7 Fault 3:18
  • 8 Sumtimes 4:28
  • 9 Breathe 4:17
  • 10 Like 4:37
  • 11 Dreams 3:42
  • 12 Time 3:18

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