Leaders Not Followers

Napalm Death · 1999

19 min · 6 tracks · death metal · hardcore punk · grindcore

A frenzied assault of grindcore chaos blended with punk's raw energy and intense socio-political commentary.

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Leaders Not Followers is an EP by Napalm Death, released in 1999. A frenzied assault of grindcore chaos blended with punk's raw energy and intense socio-political commentary. This album is notable for its bold selection of covers from influential punk and metal bands, showcasing Napalm Death's roots while also impacting the punk scene. It received positive critical reception, reinforcing the band's status as a vital force in extreme music, and further cemented their reputation for pushing boundaries within genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does Leaders Not Followers sound like?

A frenzied assault of grindcore chaos blended with punk's raw energy and intense socio-political commentary. Rooted in death metal and hardcore punk.

What makes Leaders Not Followers by Napalm Death notable?

This album is notable for its bold selection of covers from influential punk and metal bands, showcasing Napalm Death's roots while also impacting the punk scene. It received positive critical reception, reinforcing the band's status as a vital force in extreme music, and further cemented their reputation for pushing boundaries within genres. Released in 1999, 'Leaders Not Followers' marked a significant point for Napalm Death as their first covers album. By this time, they had already established themselves as pioneers of grindcore and were exploring broader influences while addressing political themes, reflecting their evolution since the landmark release of 'Harmony Corruption' in 1990.

How many songs are on Leaders Not Followers?

Leaders Not Followers has 6 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.