The best Korn albums
20 records, ordered by how much they reward a first listen — not by chart position.
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Follow the Leader
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1
Korn
1994
A raw fusion of heavy riffs, emotional vulnerability, and unsettling themes that defines the nascent nu metal genre.
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2
Life Is Peachy
1996
A raw, aggressive blend of funk-infused metal and haunting melodies that captures the angst of a generation.
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3
Korn III – Remember Who You Are
2010
A raw blend of aggressive riffs and introspective lyrics, reflecting the band's return to their nu-metal roots.
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4
The Essential Korn
2011
A raw and aggressive blend of heavy riffs, introspective lyrics, and unfiltered emotions that defined a generation's angst.
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5
See You on the Other Side
2005
A blend of industrial textures and introspective lyrics, showcasing Korn's evolution while retaining their signature nu metal sound.
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Issues
1999
A raw exploration of emotional turmoil, blending heavy riffs with introspective lyrics and an experimental sound palette.
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Requiem
2022
A cathartic blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that explore themes of pain and healing.
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8
Untouchables
2002
Aggressive riffs and introspective lyrics merge in a raw exploration of personal struggle and societal alienation.
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9
Live & Rare
2006
Raw live energy meets polished nu-metal anthems, showcasing Korn's intense stage presence and signature sound.
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10
Follow the Leader
1998
A visceral blend of aggressive riffs and introspective lyrics, capturing the angst of a generation navigating chaos.
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11
untitled Korn album
2007
A raw exploration of vulnerability and strength, blending heavy riffs with introspective lyrics and emotional urgency.
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12
The Nothing
2019
A raw exploration of despair and vulnerability wrapped in heavy riffs and haunting melodies.
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13
Take a Look in the Mirror
2003
A raw and aggressive blend of heavy riffs and introspective lyrics that encapsulates the essence of early 2000s nu metal.
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14
Chopped, Screwed, Live and Unglued
2006
A frenetic blend of live energy and studio polish, melding nu metal's rawness with innovative remixing techniques.
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15
MTV Unplugged
2007
Stripped-down arrangements reveal the raw emotional depth of Korn's signature nu-metal sound in an intimate, acoustic setting.
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16
The Serenity of Suffering
2016
Heavy riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, capturing the emotional turmoil and introspection that defines Korn's sound on this album.
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17
The Paradigm Shift
2013
A gritty blend of alternative metal and nu metal laced with raw emotional intensity and introspective themes.
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18
The Path of Totality
2011
Aggressive metal merges with dubstep influences, creating a chaotic yet immersive sonic landscape that challenges genre boundaries.
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19
Greatest Hits Vol. 1
2004
A raw, aggressive blend of heavy riffs and haunting melodies that defined a generation of alternative metal.
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Collected
2009
Heavy grooves and raw emotions collide in a compilation that captures the essence of nu metal's evolution.