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Slipknot's self-titled debut album, released in 1999, is a chaotic and ferocious statement that redefined the boundaries of metal at the turn of the millennium. With an aggressive blend of nu-metal, death metal, and industrial influences, the Iowa nine-piece delivered a raw and relentless sonic assault that helped them stand out in a crowded genre. From the opening track “742617000027” to the pulverizing closer “Scissors,” the album is filled with unfiltered emotion, blast beats, and guttural vocals. Songs like “Wait and Bleed,” “Spit It Out,” and “Surfacing” showcase the band’s ability to meld brutal noise with haunting melodies and catchy hooks. The lyrical themes of inner turmoil, rage, and identity resonate throughout, giving the album its dark intensity and emotional weight. Produced by Ross Robinson, known for his work with Korn and Limp Bizkit, the production captures the raw energy of the band while highlighting each member's contribution—from thunderous drums to eerie samples and turntables. Slipknot's debut is not just an album but an experience, introducing listeners to a band unafraid to be unapologetically aggressive, theatrical, and unique. Even decades later, Slipknot remains a landmark release in heavy music, solidifying the band’s place as a genre-defining act. It's brutal, bizarre, and unforgettable.
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Slipknot is the self-titled debut studio album by American metal band Slipknot, released on June 29, 1999, in the United States and August 27, 1999, in the United Kingdom. Known for its aggressive sound and chaotic energy, the album played a pivotal role in bringing nu-metal into the mainstream. The album reached number 51 on the US Billboard 200 and charted at number 106 in the UK Albums Chart. While it didn’t achieve high initial chart rankings, its popularity grew steadily, leading to double platinum certification in the United States. It was released through Roadrunner Records, a label known for supporting heavy and alternative metal acts. Slipknot was recorded at Indigo Ranch Studios in Malibu, California. The album was produced by Ross Robinson, a key figure in the nu-metal movement who also worked with bands like Korn and Limp Bizkit. His raw production style helped shape the intense and unpolished sound that defined the album. With heavy guitars, furious drums, and raw vocals, Slipknot’s debut introduced fans to the band’s signature nine-member lineup and masked persona — elements that quickly became iconic in the metal world.
Tracklisting
- 742617000027
- (sic)
- Eyeless
- Wait and Bleed
- Surfacing
- Spit It Out
- Tattered & Torn
- Me Inside
- Liberate
- Prosthetics
- No Life
- Diluted
- Only One
- Scissors
- Eeyore