Untitled by Korn

Untitled

by Korn

Released: July 31, 2007

Alternative metal, nu metal

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Experimental Album.

01

The Album

The album's first single, "Evolution", deals with the future of mankind, while the rest of the album also centers around world issues and themes of personal introspection. It is also notably Korn's first album without their original drummer David Silveria, leading to a plethora of guest drummers participating in the album's production. Despite some controversies and lineup changes, the "Untitled" album stands as a significant chapter in Korn's musical career.

02

Inside the Recording

It was produced by Atticus Ross and the band member Jonathan Davis, giving a unique and complex sound to the album.

Stories and details

Interesting Facts

"Untitled" is the eighth studio album by the…

"Untitled" is the eighth studio album by the American nu metal band Korn.

The album deviates towards an experimental sound compared…

The album deviates towards an experimental sound compared to Korn's earlier works, incorporating atmospheric and electronic elements.

The band embarked on promotional concerts and tours…

The band embarked on promotional concerts and tours upon its release which helped increase the album's popularity among fans.

It was released on July 31, 2007, through…

It was released on July 31, 2007, through Virgin Records.

In contrast to previous album titles, the band…

In contrast to previous album titles, the band decided to leave this particular album untitled as a representation of its theme focused on reinvention and self-discovery.

Then

Reception

"Untitled" peaked at number 2 on the US Billboard 200 and was certified Gold in the United States. Upon release, the album received mixed to positive feedback from music critics but managed to achieve commercial success.

Full background

The Complete Album Story

"Untitled" is the eighth studio album by the American nu metal band Korn. It was released on July 31, 2007, through Virgin Records. In contrast to previous album titles, the band decided to leave this particular album untitled as a representation of its theme focused on reinvention and self-discovery. It is also notably Korn's first album without their original drummer David Silveria, leading to a plethora of guest drummers participating in the album's production.

The album deviates towards an experimental sound compared to Korn's earlier works, incorporating atmospheric and electronic elements. It was produced by Atticus Ross and the band member Jonathan Davis, giving a unique and complex sound to the album. The album's first single, "Evolution", deals with the future of mankind, while the rest of the album also centers around world issues and themes of personal introspection.

Upon release, the album received mixed to positive feedback from music critics but managed to achieve commercial success. "Untitled" peaked at number 2 on the US Billboard 200 and was certified Gold in the United States.

The band embarked on promotional concerts and tours upon its release which helped increase the album's popularity among fans. The band's innovative approach to this album served its attempt at reinvention, challenging the status quo of their musical style. Despite some controversies and lineup changes, the "Untitled" album stands as a significant chapter in Korn's musical career.

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