Slipknot – Slipknot

Album Info

Artist: Slipknot

Title: Slipknot

Year: 1999

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Tracklist

  • 1. 742617000027 (0:36)
  • 2. (sic) (3:19)
  • 3. Eyeless (3:56)
  • 4. Wait and Bleed (2:27)
  • 5. Surfacing (3:38)
  • 6. Spit It Out (2:39)
  • 7. Tattered & Torn (2:53)
  • 8. Me Inside (2:39)
  • 9. Liberate (3:04)
  • 10. Prosthetics (4:58)
  • 11. No Life (2:47)
  • 12. Diluted (3:23)
  • 13. Only One (2:24)
  • 14. Scissors (8:23)
  • 15. Eeyore (2:47)

Review

Slipknot's self-titled debut album, unleashed on June 29, 1999, was like a thunderous storm in the heavy metal arena. Under the aegis of producer Ross Robinson, the album delivered a whirlwind of sheer aggression and inventiveness. It drew from a heady brew of nu metal, thrash, and alternative metal—seasoned with industrial and rap metal flourishes. This frenzied recording harnessed the ferocity of Slipknot's live performances, with Robinson capturing the raw essence of chaos and power that came through in spades.

Corey Taylor's fierce vocal escapades, often riddled with expletives, dive deep into themes of rage, frustration, and inner turmoil. Tracks like "Wait and Bleed" and "Spit It Out" balance melodic undertones with sheer sonic brutality, while "(sic)" and "Surfacing" put their technical muscle in the spotlight. The precision drumming, visceral turntablism, and layer upon layer of sound crafted a brilliantly dense atmosphere. Slipknot's entrance into the metal scene was a resounding impact, carving their name into its lore and setting a benchmark for what was to follow in the genre. - Quinn