Roots
Sepultura · 1996
66 min · 17 tracks · death metal · thrash metal · alternative metal
A primal fusion of heavy metal with indigenous Brazilian rhythms and tribal chants that challenges genre boundaries.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- intense, focused listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys primal energy and drive
- Context
- By the time 'Roots' was released in February 1996, Sepultura had established themselves as a leading force in metal, following their acclaimed album 'Chaos A.D.' in 1993. This record marked a significant shift towards incorporating Brazilian musical elements, reflecting the band's cultural heritage while expanding their global appeal.
- If you like
- death metal, thrash metal, alternative metal
Roots is an album by Sepultura, released in 1996. A primal fusion of heavy metal with indigenous Brazilian rhythms and tribal chants that challenges genre boundaries. 'Roots' is considered a landmark in the nu-metal movement, influencing countless artists and achieving commercial success with its heavy sound and rhythmic complexities. The album debuted at number 27 on the Billboard 200 and received widespread critical acclaim for its innovative approach, cementing Sepultura's place as pioneers within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Roots sound like?
A primal fusion of heavy metal with indigenous Brazilian rhythms and tribal chants that challenges genre boundaries. Rooted in death metal and thrash metal.
What makes Roots by Sepultura notable?
'Roots' is considered a landmark in the nu-metal movement, influencing countless artists and achieving commercial success with its heavy sound and rhythmic complexities. The album debuted at number 27 on the Billboard 200 and received widespread critical acclaim for its innovative approach, cementing Sepultura's place as pioneers within the genre. By the time 'Roots' was released in February 1996, Sepultura had established themselves as a leading force in metal, following their acclaimed album 'Chaos A.D.' in 1993. This record marked a significant shift towards incorporating Brazilian musical elements, reflecting the band's cultural heritage while expanding their global appeal.
Who is Roots for?
Roots works well if you're into intense, focused listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and primal energy and drive.
How many songs are on Roots?
Roots has 17 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Roots Bloody Roots Standout 3:32
- 2 Attitude 4:15
- 3 Cut‐Throat 2:44
- 4 Ratamahatta Standout 4:30
- 5 Breed Apart 4:01
- 6 Straighthate 5:21
- 7 Spit 2:46
- 8 Lookaway Standout 5:26
- 9 Dusted 4:03
- 10 Born Stubborn 4:07
- 11 Jasco 1:57
- 12 Itsári 4:48
- 13 Ambush 4:39
- 14 Endangered Species 5:19
- 15 Dictatorshit 1:25
- 16 Procreation (of the Wicked) 3:39
- 17 Symptom of the Universe 4:16
Release Date
February 20, 1996
Artist Origin
Brazil
Runtime
66 min 55 sec
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