E107 - Korn - Korn PLUS One-Hit Wonders winners!

Suppose we had to get round to this one at some point, eh? “Korn," released in 1994 to an unsuspecting audience, is the self-titled debut album by the American Nu-Metal band Korn (but don’t tell them they’re Nu-Metal, cause they are). This groundbreaking record is often credited with birthing the nu-metal genre, blending heavy metal with elements of hip-hop and alternative rock. The album features raw, emotionally charged lyrics that delve into themes of pain, alienation, and personal struggle, reflecting the tumultuous experiences of lead vocalist Jonathan Davis. Tracks like "Blind," "Shoots and Ladders," and "Clown" showcase the band's signature sound, characterised by heavy guitar riffs, weirdly aggressive drumming, and Davis's distinctive vocal style, which switches between haunting melodies and fierce, animalistic growls. The album's innovative approach and unfiltered honesty resonated with a generation of listeners yearning for the new thing, earning Korn a dedicated following. Labelled by more than one source as the most important change in metal music, it laid the groundwork for countless bands that followed in the nu-metal and alternative metal scenes. 

We cover all tracks on the album as well as picking a few tracks from later offerings. 1994 ay? What a time…..

Plus, all the votes have been cast and we run down the top 10 One Hit Wonders as decided by our boys & girls here on the pod. It’s a disgrace Babylon Zoo didn’t win tbh.

 

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