.5: The Gray Chapter
Slipknot · 2014
73 min · 17 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal · groove metal
A visceral blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that captures both rage and vulnerability.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks visceral emotional catharsis intense moments of vulnerability
- Context
- Released on October 17, 2014, .5: The Gray Chapter marked Slipknot's fifth studio album and their first without bassist Paul Gray, who passed away in 2010. This album showcased a significant evolution in the band's sound while addressing themes of loss and grief, reflecting their response to the tragedy that shaped their recent history.
- If you like
- alternative metal, nu metal, groove metal
- What next
- We Are Not Your Kind — Continues the blend of aggression and melody with fresh themes and soundscapes.
.5: The Gray Chapter is an album by Slipknot, released in 2014. A visceral blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that captures both rage and vulnerability. .5: The Gray Chapter debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, demonstrating the band's enduring popularity. Critics praised it for its emotional depth and musical complexity, making it a pivotal release in their discography and contributing to their legacy within the nu metal genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does .5: The Gray Chapter sound like?
A visceral blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that captures both rage and vulnerability. Rooted in alternative metal and nu metal. Start with "The Devil in I".
Is .5: The Gray Chapter a good place to start with Slipknot?
Yes, .5: The Gray Chapter is recommended as a starting point for new Slipknot listeners. A visceral blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that captures both rage and vulnerability. Released on October 17, 2014, .5: The Gray Chapter marked Slipknot's fifth studio album and their first without bassist Paul Gray, who passed away in 2010. This album showcased a significant evolution in the band's sound while addressing themes of loss and grief, reflecting their response to the tragedy that shaped their recent history.
Who is .5: The Gray Chapter for?
.5: The Gray Chapter works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, visceral emotional catharsis and intense moments of vulnerability.
How many songs are on .5: The Gray Chapter?
.5: The Gray Chapter has 17 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with The Devil in I.
- 1 XIX Standout 3:10
- 2 Sarcastrophe 5:06
- 3 AOV 5:33
- 4 The Devil in I Start here 5:43
- 5 Killpop 3:45
- 6 Skeptic 4:47
- 7 Lech 4:50
- 8 Goodbye 4:35
- 9 Nomadic 4:18
- 10 The One That Kills the Least 4:12
- 11 Custer Standout 4:14
- 12 Be Prepared for Hell 1:58
- 13 The Negative One 5:25
- 14 If Rain Is What You Want 6:21
- 15 ‐Silent‐ 2:00
- 16 ‐Talk‐ 6:20
- 17 ‐Funny‐ 1:29
Release Date
October 17, 2014
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
73 min 46 sec
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